Any time that I need to buy a baby shower gift, run out of laundry soap that is chemical free, or want to pick up some awesome organic fair trade coffee or tea...I head to the co-op la maison verte.

The staff are really friendly and helpful (in both French and English) and though the store is small, you'll leave feeling good - in a big way! Your 10% member discount helps to sustain your family budget.

They have recently opened their online store, for those of you who are too far from the coop to just drop by.

Kids are always welcome at this family-run store, and whenever they have events, such as their fab Earth Day celebrations, they are child-errific.

Be sure to sample one of their house coffees and treat yourself and your little one(s) to a locally made date square or cookie.

Hope to see you there soon!