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Mastering Conscious Breathing: Elevate Your Wellness with Good Tee's Tips!
In the whirlwind of daily life, we often underestimate the power of something as fundamental as our breath. At Good Tee, beyond offering eco-conscious 100% Organic Cotton tees that let your skin breathe naturally, we're enthusiastic about sharing insights into the immense rewards of conscious breathing.
#GoodSquad Interview with Jen Pistor
As the tides turn against fast fashion's unsustainable practices, a new kind of influencer is rising to prominence: the slow fashion advocate. Jen Pistor stands among these change-makers, who are reshaping our relationship with clothes. At The Good Tee, we absolutely love how these influencers, including Jen, intertwine sustainability, ethics, and style. They show us a path where fashion is about more than just consumption; it's about connection – with our clothes, the artisans who make them, and the environment. Come along as we interview Jen Pistor and learn more about her contributions to this movement and discover how slow fashion influencers are stitching together a more sustainable and ethical world.
History of Organic Cotton: From Ancient Origins to Sustainable Fashion
In this blog post, we invite you to embark on a journey through time, exploring the fascinating history of organic cotton. From its humble beginnings to its pivotal role in shaping sustainable fashion, we will uncover the ancient origins of cotton and its transformation into a symbol of positive change in the sustainable fashion industry.
7 Days 7 Fits Capsule Wardrobe with The Good Tee
Are you tired of staring at your closet every morning, wondering what to wear? Do you wish you had a versatile wardrobe that could effortlessly take you from work to weekend? Look no further! We at The Good Tee bring you a week-long capsule wardrobe series that will simplify your life and elevate your style.
#GoodSquad Interview with Kelsey from Birch Babe
In a world where beauty and skincare products often come at the cost of our planet's well-being and are filled with toxic ingredients, Birch Babe emerges as a breath of fresh air. Birch Babe, who focuses on all natural products, has set a new standard in the beauty and skincare industry by intertwining self-care with Earth-care...
What can we learn from the indigenous people about sustainability?
In today's world, where environmental conservation is of utmost importance, indigenous peoples have valuable knowledge and practices that can guide us. Despite constituting only 5% of the global population, indigenous communities are responsible for safeguarding 80% of the world's biodiversity. Their deep connection with nature and spiritual reverence for the environment provide valuable lessons for all of humanity. Let's explore some of the insights we can gain from indigenous cultures when it comes to preserving our planet.
The Good Tee's B Corp Recertification Journey: How We Improved Our B Impact Score to 114.7%

The Good Tee's journey to improve our B Impact Score reflects our commitment to continuous improvement. Our dedication to research-backed approaches, third-party data benchmarking, and ongoing efforts to address concerns and enhance their practices have contributed significantly to the 30% increase in the B Impact Score, which now stands at 114.7 points in 2023.

#GoodSquad Interview with Haley and Jason from Cedar Planters
In a world where urban living often restricts opportunities for gardening, Cedar Planters shine as a beacon of hope, offering an ingenious solution to those longing for a touch of nature. Recent studies highlight the calming and joyful effects of surrounding ourselves with plants, as well as the sustainability and health benefits of consuming homegrown produce. Co-founders Jason and Haley have ingeniously created a sustainable and accessible product that encompasses all of these advantages. Their range of western red cedar planter boxes, raised garden beds, and plant pots provide a charming haven for your very own vegetables, herbs, or flowers. These exquisite garden containers, primarily crafted from the finest Western Red Cedar wood, exemplify Cedar Planters' core mission.
How Transparent Supply Chains Ensure Ethically Made Products
Hey there, fellow conscious consumers! BTS alert!  Have you ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes to ensure that the products you purchase are ethically made? Well, get ready to peel back the curtain and delve into the captivating world of transparent supply chains. In this blog post, we're going to unravel the creative strategies behind ethical t-shirt production and explore how transparency plays a pivotal role. So, grab a cup of fair trade coffee and join us on this enlightening journey! 
The Ultimate Guide To The Printing Process On Organic Cotton T-Shirts
Welcome to the exciting world of screen printing and promotional products! As a business owner, you have a powerful tool at your disposal to create customized and eye-catching designs on clothing and fabric items. Sustainable screen printing allows you to showcase your brand, convey your message, and stand out from the competition. In this beginner's guide, we will take you through the step-by-step process of working with a screen printer.
Three Good Habits To Keep Your T-shirt White
Nothing is as widely treasured as the plain white T-shirt. After all, it's the wardrobe piece with the most versatility: From pairing it with heels for a night out, to wearing it with a pencil skirt for work.
5 Delicious Cozy Vegan Soup Recipes
Christmas is right around the corner and you will probably be entertaining family and friends. Whether you’re having an intimate get-together or hosting a big party, you will want your guests to have a tasty dinner that they won’t forget! Or maybe you’re attending a dinner and bringing a Good, yummy dish to offer your host.
How To Build a Capsule Wardrobe With Just Five Good Pieces
  Do you want a timeless wardrobe, and clothes that can last you a lifetime? We've all had that moment when we look at our overstuffed closet and still have nothing to wear.  As a new season approaches, our clothing...
#TheGoodSquad Interview with Kathryn Boese, Founder of Guru For Life
Kathryn Boese founded her company, GURU in 2007 with a mission to practice fair trade principles and create clothing in an ethical manner. Check out the #goodsquad interview
#TheGoodSquad Interview with David Pritchard, Founder Birds and Beans Coffee Roasters
This week on #TheGoodSquad, we interview David Pritchard one of the founders of Birds and Beans Coffee Roasters located in Etobicoke, Ontario.  No worries if your not close by, you can order online ! This amazing cafe, started over 20 years ago and exclusively offer coffees and teas that have positive environmental and social impacts. Their entire menu uses Bird Friendly® Certified coffee which implies, organic, maintains the biodiversity, supports bird conservation, the livelihood of small-scale farmers and much more. 
5 Good Reasons Why Humans Are Switching To A Plant-based Diet

One of the main causes of today's environmental issues is agriculture, which strongly contributes to greenhouse gas emissions, contaminated water use, and land use. Additionally, the waste, labour costs, and transportation costs related to raising cattle are significant. Because of this it is important to make a change.

So here are 5 good reasons why humans are switching to plant-based. 

#thegoodsquad Interview with Krista, Founder of Shop JustOne
Krista, founder and CEO of Shop JustOne, partners with artisans from Kenya and Uganda to create fairly traded and ethically sourced gifts, jewelry, bags, baskets, and housewares.  She packages each item with a note describing one of the partners who made the items and their story. By purchasing their products, you are supporting artisans around the world working to break their poverty cycle.

 Read more about her inspiring story and how she has made a positive impact on the community.
8 Fairtrade Tea Brands To Support
Nothing gets the day going or keeps you warm on a chilly night like a nice cup of tea. Believe it or not, next to the water, tea is the most consumed beverage worldwide but according to World Vision, there are ongoing issues that affect tea farmers. Fairtrade tea guarantees that health and safety regulations are followed In order to prevent child labour by giving adult salaries that are fair. 
9 Women-Owned Businesses To Support This Holiday

Whether you’re looking for stocking stuffers, holiday party gifts, or a little self-indulgence, these ten women-owned businesses have a multitude of options for everyone on your list.‘ Our list of 10 women-owned businesses will have you gifting THE perfect gift!

6 Good Gift Ideas Made By B Corporations
Looking for some #goodgifts this holiday season? Why not support a B Corporation and give the gift of good!
6 Good Ways to Travel More Sustainably
Did you know, around 8% of the world's carbon emissions are attributed to tourism, which may also have other detrimental effects on the environment and society. Tourism undoubtedly has a significant negative impact on the environment. This leads us to wonder, what can you as a traveller do? We’ve lined up some helpful, good tips, to help you minimize your environmental impact while travelling.