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One of the most powerful ways to energize our mind, body, and spirit is so shockingly simple! All you have to do is put one foot in front of the other! Take a look at how walking can help improve both physical and mental health, lead to better sleep, and spark some creativity.

You recycle plastics and cardboard, so why not your food waste, too? Explore the wonderful and ancient science of composting! We'll help find the right bin for your lifestyle, arm you with the Dos and Don'ts of composting and provide a few options for how to use it, even if you're not a gardener.

As people look for earth-friendly transportation options, electric vehicles (EVs) have quickly gained in popularity! At West 5, our eyes are on the road ahead, with EV solutions already integrated throughout our net-zero community!

Inspired by the natural beauty surrounding it, Riverstone is a collection of independent, retiree apartments designed to cater to your needs. Fully equipped suites, worry-free living and community amenities ensure you’re living your best life with West 5.

From saving energy to improving air quality, a little green roof can go a long way! Learn more about West 5 Living and how London’s first neighbourhood powered by the sun uses green roof innovation to ensure a net-zero community.

Have you ever come back from a walk in the park or a hike on a trail and noticed that you’re feeling happier, that your mood is lifted and there’s a spring in your step? Then you’ve had a taste of friluftsliv. Read more about friluftsliv and how it positively impacts your life!

It’s that time of year again. The days are getting shorter and the air is getting a little cooler. And with all that, winter also brings us the greatest gift the cold weather could offer: the ability to “hygge”.

An important part of living a sustainable lifestyle is fostering our own health and wellbeing. After all, if we’re going to take care of our planet, we need to take care of ourselves first.

Although the word “sustainability” brings to mind terms like recycling, renewable energy and being eco-friendly, it also involves much more than just these three things. It’s a delicate balancing act. Sustainability arises when we’re able to meet the needs of today’s generation without compromising the needs of future generations.

Food has a way of bringing us all together - family, friends and neighbours. As our gardens overflow into our kitchens, we gather to celebrate and share the fruits of our labour. By sharing the goods we’ve grown in the comfort of our own home, bonds are cultivated and friendships grow stronger.

Humankind's love for honey is as old as history itself, but bees contribute far more than honey to our ecosystem. As the world’s most important species of pollinators, they ensure the pollination and propagation of our favourite plants and flowers.

As Ontario’s most sustainable community, it should come as no surprise that at West 5, we take Earth Day seriously.  Nearly 50 years ago there was a concerted push towards a better future for our planet and Earth Day was created.