Our Impact
In the 2024-25 school year...
almost one million students were recognized for their commitment and creativity in tackling some of the biggest environmental challenges we face.
reached in Newfoundland and Labrador
reached in Quebec
reached in Saskatchewan
reached in British Columbia
reached in Alberta
reached in Manitoba
reached in Ontario
reached in New Brunswick
reached in Nova Scotia
reached in Northwest Territories
To see a map of all the participating EcoSchools across Canada, check out the EcoSchools Map.
Provinces and Territories
Students Reached
Total Participating Schools
School Boards/ Districts/ Divisions Represented
Amplifying change
Joining the EcoSchools program connects schools through our network of regional delivery partners, school board/district partners, and educators across Canada.
People reached via newsletter
In-person Workshops
Webinars
What is happening at an EcoSchool near you?
Northern Territories
Schools in the Northern Territories joined the program this year, getting started with actions such as creating an EcoCode; an environmental mission statement, vision statement, or pledge to display in a creative way for all to see.
Newfoundland and Labrador
Community Clean-up’s were the most popular action for schools in Newfoundland, with students working in teams to clean up litter around the school grounds and playground, becoming environmental stewards for their local community!
British Columbia
Schools in British Columbia are supporting School Ground Biodiversity surveying the biodiversity of plants on their school grounds, and taking action to support native species.
Quebec
Students across Quebec created safe spaces for bugs and insects to hide during the winter through the Create Homes for Wildlife action.
Prairies (AB, SK, MB)
In Saskatchewan, teachers and students participated in workshops and Professional Development opportunities to support Environmental learning and climate action across the province.
Ontario
The Great Gulp action became increasingly popular for schools in Ontario this year to celebrate World Water Day, highlighting the importance reducing single-use plastic waste and access to safe drinking water.
Maritimes (NB, NS, PEI)
Students in Nova Scotia and New Brunswick regularly visited a Sit Spot on their local school grounds to reflect and contemplate observations, building a deeper connection to their surrounding environment.
You are making a positive difference!
Each participating EcoSchool represents a dedicated group of environmental champions who are committed to the environment and leading meaningful actions throughout the school year. Take a look at the combined impact of EcoSchools across Canada – together, we are making a difference!
Engagement
Whole School Initiatives
Environmental Leaders
Actions Completed
Hours of Oudoor Learning
Connecting to the SDGs
Earth Day Participants
Classrooms Optimized
Waste-free Lunches
tCO2e Sequestered from Greening Activities
Sustainability Metrics
kWh of Electricity Used
kg of Waste Diverted
Students Using Sustainable Transport
Trees Planted
Interested to learn more?
Go to app.ecoschools.ca/school/impact to start tracking your school’s impact!