You know the old adage “do good, feel good”? Well, we firmly stand behind that, though we have to admit getting a little perk for doing good never hurts. As luck would have it, Old Navy and TerraCycle Canada have just teamed up to offer theFlip-Flop Brigade, an initiative that allows consumers to send in their old flip-flops to TerraCycle and receive an exclusive coupon to Old Navy in return. Not only does that mean you have some extra cash to burn in-store, but you’ll be saving your old sandals from wasting away in a landfill. Instead, the worn down flip-flops will get a new life as they are recycled into everything from playgrounds to bike racks. This isn’t the first time Old Navy and TerraCycle have teamed up: they started a one-month flip-flop collection run last spring starting on Earth Day, and managed to recycle almost 20,000 flip-flops. If you’ve been holding onto beat-down pairs of Havaianas or Old Navy flip-flops for far too long now, log on to TerraCycle to sign up for the brigade. Once you have a full box of sandals, you can print off a prepaid UPS shipping label to ship off your box at no cost.

Ahh, summer. With warmer temperatures come evening barbecues (or the smell of your neighbour's), bike rides along the seawall, Saturday strolls after brunch and, naturally, trips to the beach. In fact, sand and surf rate high on any list of good things about Vancouver living, so arm yourself for an epic summer at the beach with this list of essentials. IN THE SWIM We may as well start with the item you either loathe (ugh, pasty skin, muffin top, need we go on?) or love (tanned bod, all those hot yoga classes) shopping for. Trends in swimwear have all but disappeared, so choose something - anything - that suits you, flatters you and, most importantly, that you like. A fringed number in lime green by L*Space (recently seen on Rihanna)? How fab. A vintage-inspired bandeau top in a more subdued maroon by Vitamin A? Yes, please. Homegrown label Aritzia (and, more specifically, its sporty lifestyle label, TNAction) has also launched its very own swim collection, while Anna Kosturova's crochet bikinis, which have won countless mentions in Sports Illustrated, are coveted yachtwear.

If you visited households throughout Canada, chances are you’d find at least one pair of flip-flops (if not more) in each. Unfortunately, every pair of flip-flops Canadians throw out ends up as waste in landfills. That is changing thanks to a partnership between Old Navy and TerraCycle Canada that now makes flip-flops recyclable. The free Flip-Flop Brigade is sponsored by national retailer Old Navy and run by leading upcycler and recycler TerraCycle. Consumers can send their old flip-flops to TerraCycle and receive an exclusive coupon in return. TerraCycle will recycle the flip-flops into innovative products such as playgrounds, park benches and bike racks.

No botes tus flip flop o clogs viejos a la basura! Recolectalos y envíalos para que sean re-usados y además ganes puntos para contribuir con una escuela o casa beneficiaria que tu escojas. Esta es una iniciativa de Terracycle.com. Es fácil dar a la ropa y los bienes del hogar una segunda vida cuando las puedes donar al Ejército de Salvación, Goodwill o Habitat Reuse Centers. Pero, ¿Qué pasa con las cosas que no se pueden donar y sólo  terminarían en el relleno sanitario si las desechas? Fashionistas ecológicos por todo el país pueden transformar accesorios usados y calzados en plata para un fin benéfico. Además puedes  recaudar fondos  al  vaciar tu hogar o armario.

Terracycle and Old Navy have partnered to collect and recycle flip – flosp. The flip-flops are recycled or upcycled to make new products. See graphic below – click LINK to see larger graphic. Collect and return 50 flip flops (about 18 pounds) to Terracycle and you will get Old Navy coupons for you and those who helped you collect. Participation and signup are free. So is shipping; you can download a UPS label and drop the box off at a UPS location.

Bring your old rubber flip-flops to the Maher Garden Center for recycling your name will be entered into a recurring drawing to win Old Navy coupons. The James L. Maher Center is hosting a Flip-Flop Brigade Recycle Program through Wednesday September 30 at 5:00pm. Every time you bring your old rubber flip-flops to the Maher Garden Center at 906 Aquidneck Avenue, for recycling your name will be entered into a recurring drawing to win Old Navy coupons. Your old rubber flip-flops will be sent to Terracyle. They will be recycled into new products such as playground equipment, trash containers and other rubber household products. Old Navy has collaborated with Terracycle and is committed to reducing waste and thinking green. The James L. Maher Center is a Newport based not-for profit dedicated to providing services to nearly 300 individuals with developmental disabilities. Some of the 300 individuals participate in work programs; over 100 receive residential services; almost 90 children benefit from early intervention and literally thousands of people in the East Bay reach their destinations because of RIde transportation services.

Old Navy has once again teamed up to recycle old flip-flops with TerraCycle. This year you can sign-up to be part of the Flip-Flop Brigade and earn Old Navy coupons for yourself and those who help you collect. The program is free to join, and shipping charges will be covered by the program too. Every time you send your old flip-flops to TerraCycle, you’ve done a green deed for Mother Nature by diverting waste from our landfills. To show our gratitude, for every shipment of 25 pairs of flip-flops received (about 18 pounds), you will receive exclusive coupons from Old Navy to distribute to the participants who helped you collect. It’s totally free to participate in a TerraCycle Brigade. There are no signup or participation fees, and the shipping is covered by the program. For more details on the program, head over here to claim your spot.

Every time you send your old flip-flops to TerraCycle, you’ve done a green deed for Mother Nature by diverting waste from our landfills. To show our gratitude, for every shipment of 25 pairs of flip-flops received (about 18 pounds), you will receive exclusive coupons from Old Navy to distribute to the participants who helped you collect. It’s totally free to participate in a TerraCycle Brigade. There are no signup or participation fees, and the shipping is covered by the program. Once you’ve joined the Flip-Flop Brigade, follow the steps below to earn your Old Navy coupons: Collect 25 pairs of flip-flops (all brands are accepted) and fill up a box or bag. Remember to always reuse a shipping box or bag and use eco-friendly padding as needed. To receive your Old Navy coupons, you must ship at least 18 lbs, or at least 25 pairs of flip-flops. Download a pre-paid shipping label from terracycle.com. Just visit your TerraCycle account online, and click “SHIP US YOUR WASTE”. You can print it out yourself or request a label from TerraCycle. Ship the box to TerraCycle by affixing the pre-paid postage label and dropping it off at a UPS location. For more detailed information please check out the Flip-Flop Brigade FAQ. It will take approximately 7 to 10 business days from the date your shipment is received for TerraCycle to process your package. Once processing is complete, you will receive your Old Navy coupons through postal mail. Download our helpful TerraCycle "Collect, Store and Ship Guide" for tips and tricks that will make the collection process simple and mess-free. Old Navy is proud of their partnership with TerraCycle and is committed to reducing waste and thinking green. Flip-Flop Brigade accepted waste: Rubber flip-flops (any brand) If you would like to send in other types of shoes, please check out the Paired Shoe Brigade.

Do you have a pile of rubber flip-flops from last summer? There may be a better place for them instead of the landfill down the street. Terracycle is a web-based recycling service that has a goal to eliminate waste by finding clever ways to reuse non-recyclable items, such as tooth brushes and potato chip bags. But it's not a typical drop-off site where someone else organizes the clutter. To participate in up-cycling, material must be gathered in bulk by a team and meet defined expectations. The material is used to create household, office and gardening products. The up-cycled items are for sale at Terracycle's online shop, and some are available at stores including Walmart and Target. Old Navy has created the Flip-Flop Brigade ®, and is asking people to recycle their flip-flops. In return, Old Navy will send you valuable coupons. There is no participation fee to join the brigade, and the shipping cost is covered by the program. Collect 25 pairs of flip-flops, or up to 18 pounds, of any brand and fill up a box or bag. Download a pre-paid shipping label from terracycle.com. Ship the box to TerraCycle by affixing the pre-paid postage label and dropping it off at a UPS location. Terracycle was founded by Tom Szaky in 2001. With more than 28 million registered users, Terracycle boasts to be one of the "fastest-growing green companies in the world." To learn more about Terracycle brigades, or to participate in this one, visit http://www.terracycle.com/en-US/brigades/oldnavy.html.

Students at Barkers Point Elementary School are cashing in trash for treasure. The students in grades 2-5 participated in  TerraCycle Canada's recent Trash to Cash contest and managed to collect 5,396 sandwich bags and containers.