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Sept 1, 2010
WINNERS OF THE BEST GREEN PHOTO CONTEST OF SUMMER 2010 ANNOUNCED!
Winners to receive a fabulous prize package from Greener Steps and its sponsors.
Delta, BC –Greener Steps Sustainable Living is proud to announce the winners of its first annual Greener Steps Photo Contest held throughout British Columbia.
This year’s theme was the ‘Best Green Photo of Summer 2010’ and the first prize was claimed by Kyle W. Falconer of Pitt Meadows, B.C. Kyle submitted a beautiful photo of Alouette River at dusk.
The Greener Steps Photo Contest is the idea of Greener Steps founder Alex Sangha. The contest aims to generate greater public interest about the environment, sustainability and greener living, through a series of thematic photo contests.
The contest generated a lot of public interest and drew in over 43 quality photo entries from locations as far as Harrison Hot Springs, Duncan, Nanoose Bay, Buntzen Lake, and throughout the Lower Mainland.
The 2010 Summer Contest was sponsored by local companies Metropolitan Aromatherapy and Kiss My Flash Photography, both well known eco supporters.
A panel of judges were selected from the Greener Steps Team to shortlist finalists who included website developer, Evanson Bess, of Webbchief Internet Solutions.
Catherine McLaren of Kiss My Flash Photography was brought onboard to help with the final decision making.
“We are very excited about the response and the support from the community in our inaugural contest. We hope next year the contest will be even bigger and better. And of course a special thanks goes out to our sponsors Metropolitan Aromatherapy and Kiss My Flash Photography whose support was invaluable, and to all those who participated”, says Alex Sangha.
Mia Paisley of Maple Ridge captured second place with her photo of a dragonfly resting on a blackberry bush.
Ryan Rose of Surrey captured third place with his photo of Hyland Park in Newton. Ryan Rose was also the recipient of a $400.00 photo shoot or photo workshop from Kiss My Flash Photography. This prize was randomly drawn from all the entrants in our first ever Greener Steps Photo Contest.
Says Ryan, “I'm 17 years old, who just graduated high school and took media arts in grades 11-12. I'm hoping to get into Emily Carr University of Art and Design to get my BFA and major in photography. All my photography skills where self-taught ...Nature/environmental photography is important as it can really show how beautiful the Earth really is, and in contrast it can also show how ugly our Earth is. It always keeps our eyes open though ...”
The winners all received a Greener Steps Certificate; cash prizes of $200, $100 and $50 respectively; the chance for their photos to be displayed on the Greener Steps website; and $100 gift certificates from Metropolitan Aromatherapy. Each winner also received Greener Step’s latest offering: Greener Steps Biodegradable Ballpoint Pens made from 99% organic materials.
Greener Steps is already preparing for next year’s contest in Fall 2011, which will run from September to November of the same year.
For media and company sponsorship opportunities contact Alex Sangha at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or visit their site at www.greenersteps.com.
About Greener Steps Sustainable Living
Greener Steps Sustainable Living was launched in 2010 by registered social worker and eco-enthusiast, Alex Sangha. The site is targeted toward consumers and businesses who are involved with sustainable living practises and tries to create a balance between our lifestyle and nature and the environment. Greener Steps Sustainable Living offers free membership with benefits including various networking services, eco directory, eco-marketplace, eco-jobs, and so much more!
Contact:
Alex Sangha, BSW (UBC), MSc (London School of Economics)
Fax: (604) 628-3841
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Web: http://www.greenersteps.com
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July 20, 2010
Metropolitan Aromatheraphy and Kiss My Flash photography sponsor
THE BEST GREEN PHOTO CONTEST OF SUMMER 2010!
Winners to receive exciting prize packages in cash, products and services!
Vancouver, BC – Metropolitan Aromatherapy and Kiss My Flash Photography have come onboard to sponsor the 1st Annual Greener Steps Photo Contest, currently being held throughout British Columbia.
Deborah Drummond-Baker, the leading force behind Metropolitan Aromatherapy says, “Our philosophy is to bring pure, healing products to our clientele, sourced from nature. Which is why preserving nature is so important to us. Our hope is this contest will allow communities in the Lower Mainland and around the province to understand the importance of saving our ecology.”
Kiss My Flash Photography co-owner Catherine McLaren agrees, “Photography is a powerful medium via which to communicate with the world, and what stronger message can there be than to protect our environment? The wonderful images we see of British Columbia via photographs and videos need to be sheltered. We are really excited to be involved in sponsoring the Greener Steps Photo Contest”, she adds.
The Greener Steps Photo Contest is organized by Greener Steps Sustainable Living, a Delta based company which aims to spread the message of sustainable living through its eco-promotions, membership offers and innovative business solutions.
Says Greener Steps founder Alex Sangha, “We are thrilled to have eco-friendly companies like Metropolitan Aromatherapy and Kiss My Flash Photography sponsor our contest. It’s important our sponsors share the same values and affinity we feel for the environment, and in this, they are a perfect match”.
The Greener Steps Photo Contest runs till 12 noon on August 31, 2010 and carries with it total prize money of $350 plus the opportunity for winners to showcase their entries on the Greener Steps website.
Winners also receive gift certificates that can be used for aromatherapy massage sessions, spa quality health and beauty products, and jewellery from Red Velvet Women, a division of Metropolitan Aromatherapy which specializes in sterling silver and healing gemstones.
Kiss My Flash Photography is providing the winner with a complimentary photo shoot (retail value $400.00) as well as special deals on photography packages to members of the Greener Steps community.
Greener Steps has an additional side offer. Greener Steps is having a fundraiser with biodegradable pens made from 99% organic materials. Anyone who donates a minimum of $25.00 to Greener Steps will receive five (5) bio-pens for FREE!
For more information, contact This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or visit their site at www.greenersteps.com
About Metropolitan Aromatherapy
Metropolitan Aromatherapy was set up with the aim of inspiring men and women through a range of natural and pure products and services, including aromatherapy oils and lotions, and holistic massage treatments. The company also has a jewellery division, Red Velvet Woman, which specializes in sterling silver and healing gemstones. Check out http://www.aromametropolitan.com/ for more information.
About Kiss My Flash Photography
Kiss My Flash Photography is a Green photography business based out of Vancouver. The company specializes in commercial photography for small and big business as well as in Green, Fusion (inter ethnic) and LGBT weddings. Check out http://www.kissmyflashphotography.com for more information.
About Greener Steps Sustainable Living
Greener Steps Sustainable Living was launched in 2010 by registered social worker and eco-enthusiast, Alex Sangha. The site is targeted toward consumers and businesses who are involved with sustainable living practises and tries to create a balance between our lifestyle and nature and the environment. Greener Steps Sustainable Living offers free membership with benefits including various networking services such as forums, chat, and profiles and an eco marketplace, eco directory, eco-jobs, and so much more!
Contact:
Alex Sangha
Fax: (604) 628-3841
Email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Web: http://www.greenersteps.com
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July 10, 2010
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BEST GREEN PHOTO OF SUMMER 2010!
Greener Steps Sustainable Living announces a contest to capture the Best Green Photo of Summer 2010!
Vancouver, BC – Greener Steps Sustainable Living continues its dedication to the environment and to greener living by announcing its latest offering; The Greener Steps Photo Contest.
Greener Steps is looking for the Best Green Photo of Summer 2010! This contest is open to all residents and visitors to British Columbia in a bid to promote the province’s natural beauty and environment.
Photo entries must highlight the ecological nature of the theme in the form of wildlife, the environment, sea scapes etc., and must be submitted before close of contest on August 15, 2010 at 12 noon.
The contest comes with total prize money of $350.00 and winners will have their photos showcased on the Greener Steps website.
“Our province is one of the most beautiful in the world, and it’s up to us to protect the habitat of flora and fauna inhabiting this region ,” says Alex Sangha, founder of Greener Steps Sustainable Living.
“We hope that through this project, people will be inspired by images and come forward to protect our natural heritage and the land which will be bequeath to our children,” adds Alex.
“This project is an excellent example of how ordinary people’s actions will demonstrate a commitment to preserving our world.” Say Ash Brar, Moderator of Sher Vancouver, and a strong supporter of Greener Steps. “At an individual level, we must all take greener steps to raise more awareness and protect and preserve the environment.”
The Greener Steps Photo Contest will be held during different seasons over a two year period. The Summer 2010 contest will be held in June, July, and August. A panel of judges made up of members of the Greener Steps Team will decide the winners.
Contestants can submit up to three photo entries of original composition taken in British Columbia. Each photograph must carry the date and location of where it was taken. Photographs can be emailed to Greenersteps. Photographs should be taken anytime between June 15, 2010 and August 15, 2010.
For more information, contact
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or visit their site at http://www.greenerstep.com
About Greener Steps Sustainable Living
Greener Steps Sustainable Living is the brainchild of registered social worker and eco-enthusiast, Alex Sangha. The site is targeted toward consumers and businesses who are involved with sustainable living practises, and tries to create a balance between our lifestyle and nature. Greener Steps Sustainable Living offers free membership with numerous benefits including member networking and promotion of eco-companies and eco-goods and services, as well as eco-jobs!
Contact:
Alex Sangha, BSW, MSc
Founder, Greener Steps Sustainable Living
Fax: (604) 628-3841
Email:
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Website: http://www.greenersteps.co
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July 5, 2010
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Greener Steps: Making Changes, One Step At a Time
Going green can be fun and focused, and Vancouver’s newest eco site, Greener Steps, aims to show you just how.
Vancouver, BC- There’s a new website being launched, that’s sure to please all environmentally conscious individuals and businesses alike. Greener Steps is a site designed especially to promote green entrepreneurship and sustainable development. It’s one of the only sites available which will combine membership and non membership benefits, to make learning and interacting fun and profitable.
Greener Steps is the brainchild of local social worker and environmental lobbyist Alex Sangha. Says Alex of his latest venture, “As a young adult, I travelled to Kenya, Zimbabwe, and Victoria Falls as part of a United Nations tour of Africa, and upon my return, I delivered presentations to high school students to make them more aware of the fragile nature of our environment. It’s from here, early on, I realized the need to take things one step further, and get the entire community to understand the urgency of protecting our environment. My vision for Urban Footprint is to get people to commit to a greener planet through a unique, single channel, which is accessible to all.”
Greener Steps does not simply ask its members to commit, it offers them the tools to do so, by providing them with a place to promote their goods and services, a forum to discuss current issues, and newsletter and email blasts to deliver information people need to make sustainable choices.
Greener Steps offers a lot of services to the public such as free listings in the Eco-directory, Eco-discounts, Eco-marketplace, and Eco-jobs.
Adds Alex, “Simply talking about the environment is not enough to raise awareness, we need to take action. And we hope that Greener Steps can create a socially responsible means for members, shoppers, and visitors alike, to make a positive impact on the environment”.
Membership is free to all and a paid service comes with additional privileges, like access to the company’s extensive database of eco-friendly businesses and organizations and being featured on the company’s newsletters and website.
Greener Steps will also donate up to 25% of the money it receives via sponsorships to a green charity of your choice.
Please check out Vancouver’s newest eco-website, Greener Steps, at: http://www.greenersteps.com
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