This item is not accepted in the green bin. Parchment paper has other layers of material on it (silicone or wax for example) which makes it unacceptable for the composting process. Does parchment paper go in organics? Even though these paper products are often associated with foodstuffs, they have linings that can’t be composted. They […]
Author: Muriel Schmidt
Are Racoons Protected In Toronto?
Is it illegal to kill a raccoon? Speciesism is alive and well (or should we say running rampant) in Toronto, because while smaller, and arguably cuter, furry fauna like mice are considered fair game for catching and killing, larger mammals, like raccoons, are protected. Can I kill a racoon in my yard in Ontario? As […]
Does Toronto Have A Plastic Bag Ban?
The ban includes checkout bags, cutlery, straws and food-service ware made from or containing plastics that are hard to recycle, with a few exceptions for medical reasons. It will come into effect in December 2022, and the sale of those plastic items will be prohibited as of December 2023, the government said. Are plastic bags […]
How Is Toronto Cultural Diversity?
Recognized by both the United Nations and the BBC as the most diverse city in the world, Toronto stands apart as a benchmark of multiculturalism. According to official data, over half of the city’s residents were born outside of Canada, making it home to nationalities from around the world. What is Toronto known for culture? […]
What Was Victorian London Like For The Rich?
Rich Victorians lived in large houses that were well heated and clean. Children got a good education either by going away to school or having a governess who taught them at home (this is usually how girls were educated). Wealthy people could also afford to buy beautiful clothes. What did rich Victorian people do? Rich […]
When Did Essex Become London?
The London Government Act 1963 This reshaping meant that all surrounding counties had a bit of their area taken away and morphed into London. What was Essex originally called? EastseaxeEssex gets its name from the Anglo Saxons, who first used the old English name ‘Eastseaxe‘ (meaning East Saxons). When did barking stop being in Essex? […]
Are There Underground Roads In London?
In London, there are so many road tunnels that you can pass through on your journey across the capital. We can easily take them for granted, yet these engineering marvels often reveal unexpected information. Some are well known such as the Blackwall and Limehouse Link tunnels. Is there an underground city in London? London has […]
What Was The Savoy In London?
The Savoy Hotel is a luxury hotel located in the Strand in the City of Westminster in central London, England. Built by the impresario Richard D’Oyly Carte with profits from his Gilbert and Sullivan opera productions, it opened on 6 August 1889. What is The Savoy London famous for? The Savoy was the first purpose-built […]
Where Do Planes Take Off For Toronto Air Show?
Performers fly in from Pearson, as well as the island airport on nearby Toronto Islands. How do you get to the Toronto Air Show? TTC Buses & Streetcars offer direct service to the Airshow, stopping at the Dufferin Gate Loop (west end of CNE grounds) and Exhibition Loop (via east end of CNE grounds). There […]
When Did Haringey Become A London Borough?
1965. It was created in 1965 by the amalgamation of three former boroughs. It shares borders with six other London boroughs. When was Haringey built? 1965Haringey was established in 1965 by the amalgamation of the former boroughs of Hornsey, Tottenham, and Wood Green. When did Tottenham become a London borough? 1 April 1965In 1894, Tottenham […]