Our Tree Planting Project

Our Tree Planting Project

Trees for a healthier living: GentleWays’ commitment GentleWays for OurPlanet is dedicated to rebuilding Ottawa’s urban forests. In partnership with the City of Ottawa and with the support of our community, we are committed to planting trees in every available space...
Menus 4 a Healthier Environment

Menus 4 a Healthier Environment

Our latest video, specially designed for restaurant owners and chefs in Ottawa encourages healthier and more eco-friendly dining choices. Discover how small changes, such as introducing plant-based meals onto restaurant menus can create advantages for both the...
Gentle Ways 2023-2024 Impact Report

Gentle Ways 2023-2024 Impact Report

We  are thrilled to announce the release of our very first Impact Report for the year 2023-2024. The report offers an in-depth look at GentleWays for OurPlanet work, featuring our devoted team, and a message from our Founder, Aïda Warah. It also summarizes GentleWays’...
Incineration is not the answer

Incineration is not the answer

by: Leen Aboujaish (Environmental Communication Advisor-Volunteer) Aïda Warah (GentleWays founder) A warning we’ve been hearing now for the past few years in Ottawa: Ottawa’s landfill is almost full and expected to reach capacity between 2036 and 2038 if our current...
Show your Love for the Planet

Show your Love for the Planet

Our “Show your Love for the Planet” videos are a series of interviews conducted in Ottawa whereby individuals are asked one single question: How do you show your love for the planet?  With our short videos we showcase the diverse ways in which people contribute to...