Create a Green Christmas

One disadvantage of a real Christmas tree is that it

• removes carbon dioxide from the atmosphere

• may have been grown with the use of harmful pesticides

• is compostable

• can be purchased locally

An artificial tree could be sustainable if it

• was made of polyvinylchloride (PVC)

• was used for one year and then left in landfill

• is prepared in Asian and transported to Canada

• is used for 20 years or more

Environmentalists have recommended alternatives to traditional Christmas trees including (choose all that apply):

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What mass of gift wrap and shopping bags do Canadians throw out each year?

• 545,000 tonnes

• 1,000,000 tonnes

• 50,000 tonnes

• Canadians don't throw out gift wrap and shopping bags.

How many rolls of tape do Canadians use each Christmas?

• 600

• 60,000

• 600,000

• 6,000,000

By how much does our household waste disposal increase during the holidays?

• 10%

• 15%

• 25%

• 100%

What actions would lead to a more green Christmas? (Choose all that apply.)

• buy less

• shop local

• make gifts or cards

• connect with nature

• shop at the Chique Boutique (and DO NOT pay!)

According to Zero Waste Canada, K.I.S.S. stands for

• the name of a band

• a brand of Valentine chocolate

• Kingston Institute Secondary School

• Keep It Simple Santa