The Dark Days

Taste For Freedom

This land was once beautifully mixed with cultures and traditions from different emperors.  A melange of Babaonian, Macadonian, Mongolian, Iranian and Indian worlds in one tapestry. 

It’s in the 1900’s that the political challenges escalated and have since been out of control due to England and then America.  It has been a very very long time since the people of this land have had any semblance of stability.  Now in the most dire straits, some people are lucky enough to flee for refuge, while others endure the tyranny. 

Needless to say, this month’s candles are working towards the distribution of food, medical supplies, water, hygiene kits and medical supplies, as well as supporting the approximately half a million Afghan refugees coming to Canada.  We’ll be donating to Islamic Relief Canada.

Land Back

I think it’s safe to say that the news about the children being found in unmarked graves in residential schools across the nation is harrowing to say the least. The weight and the grief that I have personally felt is nothing in comparison to what the Indigenous communities are feeling. This is not a cause or a one time donation that needs to happen in order to make a change.

It’s much larger than that. 

The Love

15% of the money will go to True North Aid As a Canadian charity, their mandate is to provide practical humanitarian assistance through initiatives established on eight foundational stones of support. These include self-determination, reconciliation, water, food, health, housing, hope and education. Their priority is to help ensure the dignity and health of Indigenous people through action. Their self-determination activities are designed to help inspire and empower Indigenous youth to pursue their dreams and, in turn, empower their people and community.

With this candle you’ll receive a white pump cap as you’ll notice its a part of the candle jar. Once the candle burns down, wash out the jar with hot water and replace it with liquid soap, which is also included. We made you a natural vegetable based hand soap to go with your candle so that you’ll reuse the glass jar, stay clean, and wash away the sins of the colonisers who claimed to be the forefathers of this land.

Sweetie Birds

Your March/April candle is starting to be shipped out on the new moon, March 13th! You’ll get two of these 7.5 oz candles I’ve called Sweetie Birds, because two birds are always happier than one. I’m so happy to chime in the spring with these bright colours and sweet ideas, drizzled with gold accents.
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This time our chosen cause is @planinternational Plan International – Because I am a Girl. Plan International Canada is a member of a global organization dedicated to advancing children’s rights and equality for girls.  I think it’s really important to state that 79% of the funds go towards benefiting the children and family, while 21% of the funds are needed for administration and operational purposes. It’s really hard to find global organizations that work within that ratio.