Blogs

Can we transform cocoa farming to be better for people, the planet, and farmers' pockets? Agroforestry may provide a way forward! Dive into how the chocolate industry can mitigate climate change and compensate for its dirty past on this blog!   

Chocolate companies are contributing to climate change, despite tools available to help them make more informed decisions. Our latest blog post unpacks the environmental impacts of chocolate, and how companies can do better with the tools they have now!

Let’s talk about child labour—something almost everyone knows has been a part of the chocolate industry for years. The good news, lots of companies are making big strides to ensure that there’s no child labour in their supply chain, but there’s still a long way to go! 

How is chocolate such big money, but farmers are living in poverty?

Let’s talk about the (not so) great traceability and transparency chocolate mystery. Did you know that most of the cocoa in chocolate we consume cannot be traced back to the farmer who grew it? When we’re all trying to make more sustainable choices that are good for people, primates, and the planet, how can we know we’re making a good choice when the companies we’re buying from don’t even know? Dive into the need for traceability and transparency on our blog!

So what has your work space become like? Is it a kitchen bench, a room shared with active kids where you wonder if work is the right title for what you are doing or an environment where masks hide your coworkers smiles?

So it's not a surprise that our hand stitched super soft and snuggly blankets are one of for Dignity's best sellers. Even before winter and COVID, these blankets were a favourite. They go on picnics and camping adventures. They adorn living rooms and bedrooms all through the year.

How often do you grab that credit card without thinking too much about what is behind the product. I have lost count, but in this current era it's time to become more intentional. Let's use our hard earned dollars toward what we really do value, along with love and can enjoy. Learning to look past the shiny marketing and always changing trending buzz can give you a great sense of empowerment and satisfaction.  So where to start... we have a few tips.

Have you noticed how the meaning of words can change over time? Today we explore what being 'ethical' means to us and what it can mean to you. So don't drift along with the crowd and the trends, become intentional and educated. Read on...  

Sustainable living is commonly talked about. Let's find out what sustainable really means, it maybe different from what you think!

Join Ames as she shares how she has moved from being a fast fashion gal to a much more intentional consumer, loving people and the planet more in doing so. This blog is full of honesty and some great tips and resources.