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Moving Box Supplier for the BMO Vancouver Marathon

mathieson — Fri, 04 May 2012 22:53:53 +0000

It's official. We're official. FrogBox is the Official Moving Supply Supplier of the BMO Vancouver Marathon, that is! So we're just wanting to wish an excellent race to all the participants of the full and half marathons this coming Sunday morning. It should be a lovely Vancouver day for running. And do keep an eye out for our trucks around the finish area: if any runner doesn't want their post-race meal package, or any part thereof, they can leave it with us and we'll be delivering all the extra food to the food bank the next morning. Somebody will get those calories! Happy weekend!

FROGBOX SW Ontario wants to give you $25 off your next order!

Jeremy — Wed, 25 Apr 2012 11:06:00 +0000

FrogBox Waterloo Region, Oakville, Hamilton wants to celebrate Earth Day 2012 by offering $25 off a FROGBOX order of 25 boxes or more. The offer will be for one week. April 22-29!

Since 1970, Earth Day has increased the world's awareness and concern for environmental issues. Having annual days dedicated to worthwhile causes has fostered the kind of mindfulness that makes for socially responsible choices. Earth Day only seems to gain more momentum and has been a great inspiration for Green Acts.

It only takes a simple act to make a difference. Many of us have been taking such action in recent years. Tree planting projects are providing cleaner air, water, and soil. In addition, trees provide vital shade. Lots of us have replaced our incandescent light bulbs with fluorescents in order to cuts power usage (and energy bills.) Also, it has become the norm for consumers to pull out a tangle of canvass shopping bags at the till.

Another great way to make a green choice is by using reusable boxes during your move. Over half of all cardboard still ends up in landfills. During the decomposition process, cardboard releases methane into the air – a gas that is approximately 100 times worse for the climate than carbon.

Every year, millions of people move in North America. That’s a lot of cardboard and tape, and a lot of stress. Who do you know that’s moving? Tell them about FrogBox...From one pad to another...we’re changing the way people move.

FROGBOX for Moving or Renovating...Make both easy Work!

Jeremy — Tue, 03 Apr 2012 16:49:48 +0000

Thinking about a renovation this spring? You are not alone. The Canadian renovation market is currently worth $26 Billion. According to a CMHC survey, 91% of homeowners have a “very high” to “high” intention to renovate.

I am one of them! I live in Uptown Waterloo, and my home is nearly 100 years old. I have been dreaming about a major reno ever since I moved in.

I can guarantee that it will be a green reno (link to PDF). It is a well known fact that a homeowner can sell an energy efficient home for 5-8% more. Lights like these stylish and energy-efficient

ones at the REEP house (pictured above) can improve your renovation’s ROI.

Many of my lucky neighbours have been knocking down walls and renovating. I admit I have reno-envy. My favourite designers are renovating in sustainable ways.

For example, Seven Shores Urban Market repurposed the former video shelves from Generation X and turned them into a new counter. (pictured above)

So what does this have to do with FrogBox? Excellent question! If you are as lucky as my neighbour four houses down and you are gutting your main floor, you are going to need boxes to keep all your dishes, knickknacks, and books. FrogBoxES aren't just for moving and make a great alternative to cardboard boxes for use during home renovations.

The boxes will be delivered to your home. Fill them up and neatly stack them in your basement where they safely wait for the renovation to be complete. We would be happy to help you! If you have any questions or would like to see pricing just visit www.Frogbox.com or Call 1-877-FrogBox.

This post was written by Melissa with our team in Kitchener-Waterloo.

You've moved in, now what? 10 ways to do good in your new hood!

Jeremy — Wed, 28 Mar 2012 19:02:10 +0000

A common way to do good is the classic “Reduce, Reuse, Recycle”.

It’s really the order that’s important here. Reduce the amount of stuff, reuse it as much as you can, and when you’re done, recycle it rather than throwing it out. Reusing one awesome water bottle trumps recycling 100 plastic ones any day.

Realistically though, if you’re in the middle of moving, the three R’s are probably pretty low down on the priorities totem pole. Fortunately, FrogBox has the solution down pat. Reducing waste by using plastic instead of cardboard boxes and reusing those boxes over and over helps to keep a heck of a lot of trees in the forest instead of the landfill.

But what about when you’re not moving? Once you’ve settled into your new neighborhood, it can sometimes be tricky to meet new people, make friends and determine the great neighbors from the crazy ones. Below are ten ways to make the transition a little easier and do a little more good in the process. They can be done wherever you are, whenever you like. It might even lead to new friends and/or babysitters.

1. Bring Your Old Toys and Books to a Shelter

Your basement. Your closet. Where is your old stuff hiding when it could be in the hands of someone who actually wants it? Nothing forces a stuff purge like moving does, so drop off all your gently used and outgrown toys and books to a shelter and relax knowing how much less you have to bring with you.

2. Bring Cookies to Work

Chances are that your new place comes with a new job as well. Avoid the pet name “new guy” by introducing yourself with treats. Just think what you could achieve if everyone you worked with was united by baked goods.

3. Car Pool

Not only do you cut down on emissions, you save money on gas. This is also a great way to get to know the people you work with that also live close to you.

4. Do Something Active

Sitting all day results in hunch-backed, emotionally drained, boring people. Go for a walk, play a sport, or take a time out for fun and exercise. Office dance party anyone?

5. Eat Local

Think about how far your food has travelled to get to your table. Chances are it has more airmiles than you do. Gross. Buying local means you can usually meet the person who produced it. Look for the honest looking person with impressive hygiene and good manners.

6. Help Someone Cross the Street

If someone is perilously clinging to nine different things in the middle of the road, help them get across without dropping anything. If someone looks a little nervous beside you at a cross walk, bolster their confidence by walking with them. This is the easiest way to be the highlight of someone’s day.

7. Leave Quarters in the Laundry Room for Someone Else

You pull your clothes out of the dryer and they are still damp. You only had enough change for the first cycle. Do you wear damp clothes or the dirty ones you haven’t washed yet? Help others avoid this conundrum by leaving a couple quarters on the dryer. Feel free to leave a note to say who they are from and that you are new but not a weirdo.

8. Say Hello to Strangers

If you just moved, chances are you’ll be saying hi to everyone. You have the A Little More Good triple platinum guarantee that the other person will acknowledge you. Worst case scenario, you get a head nod. Best case, you get a high five! Don’t be shy, say hi!

9. Send Someone a Postcard

The only real mail anyone ever gets anymore is a combination of flyers and bills. Send someone a little note to let them know you are thinking about them. Bonus points for recycled paper and pretty stamps. This is also a great way to let people know that you’ve moved.

10. Volunteer with a Cause You Are Passionate About

You can volunteer anywhere. Choose to do it with something that you love. You’ll be great at it, make new friends and have a lot more fun.

This post brought to you by Katie from "A Little More Good" For even more ways to do good in your new hood, download the free e-book "100 Ways To Do A Little More Good"

Toronto Home Show

F_Toronto — Sun, 25 Mar 2012 16:13:48 +0000

Toronto

Come see the FROGBOX booth at the Toronto Home Show @homeShowsTO on twitter.

There are some great people here to help you with your home including @jackieglasscity ,@Janette_Ewen. come on down for the last day and get a $25.00 worth of green packing supplies.

Join FROGBOX at the Edmonton Home and Garden Show!

Jeremy — Mon, 19 Mar 2012 10:20:34 +0000

Edmonton

Join us at Edmontons largest trade-show as we spread the word of cardboard free moving! Once you've stopped by the FrogBox booth make sure you leave plenty of time as there will be over 600 other vendors. The show will be held at the Edmonton Expo Centre March 22-25.

"Hop" to see you there!

For more details and to purchase tickets visit the event website http://www.edmontonhomeshow.com

Even the pets love Frogbox

Lethbridge — Fri, 02 Mar 2012 05:30:31 +0000

Lethbridge

This cute picture sent by one of our first customers.

Q & A with our team in Saskatoon!

Jeremy — Tue, 28 Feb 2012 12:32:19 +0000

What is your name? Scott & Catherine McQueen (brother & sister)

Franchise information: Saskatoon www.frogbox.com/Saskatoon

What area do you service? Saskatoon & Surrounding Area

What would you like to build out of FrogBoxES? A grain elevator

What is the craziest use of FrogBoxES you've seen? Beer coolers for a super bowl party

When did you start hating cardboard? University days (a while ago)

How did you first hear about FrogBox? On a CBC tv interview about expansion into the States. We thought it was a great idea and wanted to bring it to Saskatoon where we were born and raised. Its also a business concept that ultimately helps people and environment.

What are your goals? To be a successful business and be the face of moving boxes in Saskatoon.

We will be at Homestyles 2012 March 22-25 here in Saskatoon, also come check out our website we would be happy to help make your residential or business move easier and less stressful, sun or snow!

FROGBOX Returns to the Dragons Den Feb 29th!

F_KW — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 02:50:38 +0000

Kitchener-Waterloo

FROGBOX Southwestern Ontario is proud to become a part of the community. We are here to make moving as stress-free and environmentally friendly as possible. This has been our goal from the outset, when FrogBox was still a pitch on the CBC hit show Dragons’ Den.

Have you seen the original pitch on Dragons’ Den with founder Doug Burgoyne? Talk about good TV! My favourite part is when the dragons start to outbid each other. It’s hard to believe that was just one year ago; FrogBox has been hopping along ever since.

On February 29th there is a Dragons’ Den follow-up show! We are really proud and pumped that we will be back! Tune in or set your PVR’s to see what the dragons have to say about FrogBox ’s rapid success. Also, view the Where Are They Now segment on the Dragons’ Den website.

Remember: Each FrogBoxwill be reused hundreds of times during it’s lifespan making the carbon footprint much lower than using cardboard moving boxes.

WIN AN iPad!

Madison — Tue, 21 Feb 2012 22:00:39 +0000

Madison

Lilly pads are a frog's best friend and an iPad might just be a Realtor's best friend - there are Aps just for helping you do what you do!

FrogBox Madison is launching its Reatlors' Gift Card Program and to celebrate we're having a draw for an iPad. Every gift card purchased gets you entered in the draw. You could be the lucky winner and your clients will appreciate the FrogBox moving box discount.

Visit the FrogBox booth at the RASCW Blitz on March 8th and you'll automatically be entered in the draw!

If you aren't attending the RASCW Blitz 2012 you can email madison@frogbox.com to order your gift cards. Drawing will be held on May 31st, 2012. Visit us on Facebook for the results.

For a limited time order custom printed gift cards of any value for 50% off. For example: order a $150 gift card with your logo or personalized message for only $75 (and you'll also get entered in the iPad3 draw!)