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Should your non-profit organization start a business?

With funding scarce, a social-enterprise company can contribute needed dollars to a non-profit, but there are several issues to consider carefully. The bottom line? Do no harm to the original organization’s work

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How can I make Valentine’s Day more meaningful?

It can be a lonely time so provide some kindness or companionship

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How can vacationers be sure to respect local culture?

Tourism contributes to a community’s income, but it also helps to show some sensitivity to local customs

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Can microcredit work in Canada?

Maybe Canada needs something like Kiva.org – an online microcredit organization that allows “lenders” to support a business plan submitted by an overseas family, farmer or entrepreneur.

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Should I buy a hybrid or keep my old car?

If you want to reduce your carbon footprint of your car, urban driving is the best to reduce gas consumption

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Can’t all fundraising be directed to worldwide issues?

We understand the gist of your question, but we respectfully disagree. We must have enough compassion to assist the most vulnerable both at home and abroad

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I want to donate directly to a grassroots group

If you’re willing to do some legwork, you can build a rewarding relationship with local initiatives

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A New Year's resolution you can keep - for good

You can skip the gym and still lose weight, feel better and improve yourself

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Craig, right, and Marc Kielburger.
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Indulging feels even better when it’s good for others too

Everyone needs balance and an occasional splurge to maintain the stamina required to accomplish life’s big goals

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My toddler gets too many gifts. How can we stop excess?

Having reduced the focus on accumulation from a young age, you can stress that family togetherness is part of the holiday spirit

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Make small changes that do a world of good

Excerpts from Living Me to We, published by Graystone Books and Me to We Books.