The colour orange is a symbol of the many losses experienced by thousands of Indigenous children, their families and their communities
The Harrowsmith Team
Harrowsmith is the farm-to-condo go-to for living sustainably and simply. Our mission is to offer a down-to-earth Canadian perspective on topics of gardening, home and design, travel and culture, food, health, wellness and the environment.
Provencal Tomato & Red Pepper Soup
Lost’n’Found Recipe from August 2007 issue number 195
Life Imitating Art
For Jana Ewart, painting her garden was a natural way for her to capture the beauty of life in Northumberland Hills, Ontario
Why Are We Throwing These Away?
PRESENTED BY: SECOND HARVEST
Frogs Sound the Alarm Before a Storm
Who loves a good rainstorm? Frogs do!
Cherry Tomato Bounty Jam Recipe and 5 Ways to Use it
Cherry Tomato Jam is so simple, versatile and foolproof that you will always want it in your fridge.
2025 Harrowsmith Almanac Press Release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Toronto, ON August 2024
In Season at the Farmer’s Market this July
Farmer’s markets are a great place to stock up on fresh fruit and vegetables.
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January Full Moon
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Where do the Bees Go in Winter?
Ever wonder where our fuzzy bee friends go in winter?
Zero-Waste Weekend Free-Ttata
Here is an effective way to use up every bit of the tired veggies, cuttings, and miscellaneous bits that lurk in the crevices of your fridge, and turn them into a hearty breakfast that is gratifying on so many levels.
Life off the Grid
Quebec homesteaders Marie Eisenmann and her family live off the grid in an earthship built 40 years ago. Here’s their story.
Who’s in For Buy Nothing January?
It offers a range of benefits that extend beyond material possessions.