ENERGY STAR is the trusted, government-backed symbol for energy efficiency helping us all save money and protect the environment through energy-efficient products and practices.  The ENERGY STAR label is an international symbol. This universally recognized logo contains the word "energy" and a star shape situated beneath a half circle line and placed within a turquoise blue box.  ENERGY STAR product specifications establish the criteria for a product to meet before it can receive the label.

You have passed the written test and you are booked into a driving school for March break. Or, perhaps you have finished that part and now have your G2. Soon, if not already, you will be browsing the auto magazines and car lots looking for that great deal. But what will it look like when you find it? How will you recognize it? With so many vehicles to choose from it will help you to make a good decision when you have some basic information on the different makes and models - and the often huge price variance between one year and the next.

Buying hiking or sports equipment can be a costly endeavour and you don't want to pay for equipment that is not needed, ill fitted or inappropriate for your choice of activity.  Even lower key activities such as hiking or walking requires the right footwear to prevent undue strain on your body.  To learn more about hiking, walking and purchasing

Did you know that you can search Consumer Reports magazine from the comfort of home via your computer?

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Energy savings can be found around the home from simple things like changing the blade direction on your ceiling fans and installing programmable thermostats to larger and more complex processes such as adding integrated solar technologies, replacing windows and or furnaces.

Looking to expand your knowledge of money management? Money management for Canadians all-in-one desk reference for dummies, is an all-in-one resource that may be the only tool you need.

As a first time home owner it has amazed me the number of tasks that need to get done just to keep my house in good repair. Sometimes, just deciding if I should attempt a task like painting a room or fix a dripping faucet or if I should call a professional can be a big decision. Home repair and renovation books from the library have really  helped me make some of those decisions.

At London Public Library you can check out 101 Tax Secrets for Canadians, attend tax preparation programs with instructors from Revenue Canada or sign out books that share tips, tricks and savings insights such as

The holiday season will be passing by before you know it and you may find yourself looking at depleted bank accounts and maxed out credit cards. Despair not.  There are many financial experts and resources available to help you pay off your holiday debts in a timely and sensible manner. Tips from