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An epic Canadian giveawEH.
Are you paying attention? Because this giveaway is about to knock your socks off! We are bringing you not one, not two, not three (you get the idea) but SEVEN amazing Canadian products. Yes, they’re Canadian and they’re spectacular!
Seven bloggers, seven prizes, seven winners! I think you just hit the jackpot.
We are: Katy from Fit in Heels, Tara from I’m Fit Possible, Davida from The Healthy Maven, Sarah from My Mostly Healthy Life, Michelle from Push Pump Progress, Suzi from Confessions of a Fitness Instructor, and ME! and we have teamed up to bring you the coolest giveaway. Ever.
Y’all ready fo’ this? You have to imagine Jock Jams Get Ready For This by 2 Unlimited playing in the background as you read the rest of this post!
Win one of two Eat-Clean Diet and Raw Elements Inc. sponsored goody bags! Goody bags include Tosca Reno’s favourite Sunwarrior supplements, a special recipe from Tosca and two titles from Tosca Reno’s bestselling Eat-Clean Diet series.
Back in November, Michelle stumbled upon a local Toronto based company called Urban Running Girl. Urban Running Girl makes running shrugs…yes, that’s right…RUNNING SHRUGS! These shrugs are designed for active women. “The idea of a running shrug came about from the need to keep warm while warming up during and early morning run, particularly in the spring and fall. It’s too cool to start with only a tank top or t-shirt, but once you are warmed up and/or outside the temperature rises. Then it becomes too warm for a long sleeve shirt or jacket”. These shrugs come in a variety of colours: purple, black, pink, orange and turquoise. The shrugs are made of tech material that wicks away quickly, it also has fold over cuffs that you can use to cover your hands on cooler days!
Prize: One awesome running shrug in your choice of colours!
Regular flax contain a hard outer shell that our digestive system is unable to breakdown so it passes through the body without us absorbing any of the nutrients of the kernel found inside. You can get around this by using ground up flax but the taste leaves a lot to be desired. Omega Crunch however, is produced with shelled flax (flax that has had the hull removed from the inner flax kernel). Your body is able to easily digest the flax seed and reap the benefits offered by the seed. And they taste great! The natural flavour really doesn’t taste like anything and you can throw it in granola and raw macaroon recipes, or top of yogurt with a tablespoon of shelled flax. It adds a crunchy texture without the taste of the ground flax. You can also buy it in maple, cinnamon and garlic flavours.The other thing I really love about this product is that is made right here in Nova Scotia. In fact, it is produced in New Minas which is only 20 minutes away from where Suzi lives, and is produced in partnership with The Flower Cart which is an organization that provides training and employment for individuals with intellectual disabilities.
Prize Includes: One 225g shaker bottle of Regular Shelled Flax.
These ain’t your momma’s vitamins, but if you’re a nice kid you should get them for mom, anyway…it IS almost Mother’s Day!
Koge takes the confusion out of buying vitamins, as simplicity is their
motto; there are only four options. Koge’s expert team of doctors and
nutritionists have put together multi-product vitamin packages designed to
ensure you receive the holistic benefits you desire. Each tub has 30 packs of
vitamins, so all you have to do is take one a day and enjoy the benefits. The best part about Koge (besides wicked vitamins and spirited, down-to-earth, cute founders)? For every purchase, they donate vitamins to children in Africa under the age of 5 suffering from malnutrition. It’s a win-win; improve your health and permanently improve the lives of others.
Prize: One month supply of Daily Essentials. They’ll provide you with
a complete set of healthy nutrients required for optimal day-to-day
wellness. Your body will be at its best, no matter what the day throws your
way.
Located in Strathroy Ontario, Face of Hope is a skin care company that absolutely ROCKS! Why? I will totally tell you! Here are some legit reasons:
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100% All Natural ~ 90% Certified Organic
- Simple yet very effective, containing highly active natural ingredients
- Handcrafted in small batches
- Amber glass packaging that is 100% recyclable
- Pure Organic Floral Waters are the only waters used
- Essential minerals – assists the health & vitality of the skin
- Vitamins A, E, F and C and Omega 3, 6 and 9 oils – offers support and nourishment for the skin
Prize: The Prevent & Repair System (travel size) has been formulated to create a state of well being and balance for the skin. This daily routine of cleansers, toner, treatment and moisturizers provide all the nutrition needed for healthy glowing skin. Ingredients containing pure vitamins, minerals and omega oils are all carefully combined to produce six powerful products that all play a role in reducing acne, redness, wrinkles and sun damage.
Need a recap? (I know I do!)
Here are the prizes up for grabs:
1. One of two Eat-Clean Diet and Raw Elements Inc sponsored goody bags.
2. One awesome running shrug in your choice of colours from Urban Running Girl.
3. Yeast Free Bread Mix, Pancake/Waffle Mix, Vanilla Cake Mix, Carob Cake Mix and a recipe book from Allergic Solutions.
4. One 225g shaker bottle of Regular Shelled Flax from Omega Crunch.
5. One month supply of Daily Essentials from Koge Vitamins.
6. The Prevent & Repair System (travel size) formulated to create a state of well being and balance for the skin from Face of Hope.
7. Two full-sized 500ml NoSweat laundry detergent (one in sweet freesia and one unscented), one travel size citrus rush laundry detergent and one mat spray in sweet freesia.
What do all of these products and companies have in common? They are Canadian and we absolutely love each and every one of them. Of course, they love us right back, too!
Can we get a round of applause for these ridiculously fabulous companies? Now it’s your turn! Simply enter using the Rafflecopter below for your chance to win of of the seven awesome products or prize packs. This giveaway is open to all residents of Canada and the US. Good luck!
Win tickets to the Rocky Mountain Wine & Food Festival.
It’s Monday. The day furthest away from your next escape. The long weekend is around the corner, but it’s not close enough.
Do you have a case of the Mondays?
Well, do not fret my pet. I have something to cheer you right up! Have any plans for Friday night? Cancel them. You’re now going to The Banff Rocky Mountain Wine & Food Festival.
One lucky reader and a guest are getting entrance tickets to the festival that is sold out year after year. These hot little numbers are for the Friday, May 10 session from 7-10 p.m.
In February, Rebecca and I checked out the Winefest in Calgary and left a bit tipsy and a lot satisfied. I decided to find a red that I loved, and Rebecca caught up with the wine reps, speaking of trips to Napa and Kelowna – I have such cultured friends.
The Banff event invites guests to sample from a wide array of wine, scotch, beer and other libations, paired with delicious food samples. Wine and beverage experts will be available to share their knowledge and suggest tasting notes as attendees sample their way from booth to booth.
Not only is the hooch something to talk about, the Grand Tasting Hall will also feature the best cuisine that Banff restaurants and eateries have to offer.
Chefs from across the town will be serving up specialties such as:
- Wild Mushroom Arancini – Crisp and gooey risotto balls with rich red pepper and creamed Parmesan sauce from the Bear Hill Brewing Company
- Reuben Slider – Montreal smoked meat on a mini pretzel bun served with chardonnay Dijon and sauerkraut from the Eddie Burger & Bar
- Dark Mole Pulled Pork Spring Rolls – Fried spring rolls with honey sriracha drizzle and watermelon cubes from the Rimrock Resort Hotel
- Shrimp & Crawfish Etouffée – Spicy Cajun stew served with dirty rice and cornbread from Touloulou’s
Are you drooling all over your keyboard yet? You should be!
So why not make a weekend out of it? Enjoy the beautiful Rocky Mountains, fantastic wine and delicious food, then sleep in and go hiking on Saturday – or just stay in town, shop the strip and have fondue for lunch at Grizzly House?
There are numerous ways to enter and the only mandatory one is to leave a comment below. Contest closes at 2:00 p.m. MT on Thursday, May 9. Winner will be contacted by email. Good luck!
How’s your Monday looking now?
– Contest now closed –
- Leave a comment below telling me why you should have a night out in Banff
- Optional: Follow Rocky Mountain Wine & Food Festival on Twitter: @RockyWineFood and tell me that you did
- Optional: Follow me on Twitter: @laurabridgman and tell me that you did
- Optional: Like scribbles&sass on Facebook and tell me that you did
If you’re not the winner, tickets are available online at rockymountainwine.com.
Disclaimer: The comp tickets are for the Friday, May 10 from 7-10 p.m. When presented at the door, these tickets will allow for complimentary access into the Grand Tasting Hall. Tickets are not transferable to Saturday’s session. This is an adult only event. All attendees must be 18 years or older. Minors (including infants) are not permitted to attend. Sampling coupons can be purchased separately.
One step further.
If writing a lifestyle blog and being the selfie queen wasn’t self-indulgent enough, leave it to me to take it one step further.
Yup, after two years of writing here, I’ve started a scribbles&sass Facebook page….. and the search for someone to like me continues.
It’s where we’ll keep in touch between post (which have been lacking lately..ugh), but also I wanted to give you a jumpstart on something special coming on Monday. If you like the FB page, you’re one step ahead of the game.
So go on and like me.
Now, if you’ll excuse me I’m going to make kissy faces at my bathroom mirror. xx
Oh, Monday.
it’s been a rough few days in the Dalla Costa household (mom’s side), and it’s times like this that I feel so horribly selfish and stupid for moving so far away from family.
sister gave me some great advice to get through today:
it’s hard not to think about it. do something that makes you happy; listen to a great song, have a treat at one of those yummy bakeries.
today my happiness will come from Otis Redding and Bruno Mars, cups of strong and milky tea, email conversations with sister, my sixth Booty Camp session, the possibility of wine and dessert later, and looking at all of the beautiful and uplifting photos on Pinterest.
hug your loved ones for me. i’m not close enough to wrap my arms around anyone today, but they all have their hands in my heart.
scribbles & sass 