EcoSchools welcomes schools across Canada!

We are so impressed by the number of students and their school communities who were committed to environmental action throughout this challenging year. We’re thrilled to announce 747 schools across Canada took action as part of the EcoSchools certification program in 2020-21.

This year, we learned more about  what environmental education looks like from coast to coast to coast. As the EcoSchools Canada network grows, we are committed to continuing to collaborate with school communities to meet their needs and listen to the stories of young leaders that highlight the vibrancy and diversity across this country. As we look toward September, we can’t wait to support all schools in Canada on their sustainability journey and are excited to welcome new and returning schools to the EcoSchools international network.

EcoSchools by the numbers

  • 101 school boards and districts reached
  • 9 provinces and territories
  • 500,000 students reached
  • 1,219 schools reached
  • 9000 environmental actions complete
  • Over 1 million hours of outdoor learning took place in EcoSchools

Read more about the power of collective impact in our National Impact Report 2020-21.

EcoSchools in the news

Wheatland Elementary in Strathmore, AB made small changes in their school’s behaviour which led to a huge positive impact and Platinum certification!

Learn how student Green Teams in Delta, BC have taken action and achieved certification this year.

Walk and Roll to school takes off as 6 schools in the Windsor-Essex region lead the way in climate action.

EcoSchools Canada, in partnership with the Alberta Council for Environmental Education, was pleased to hear how students in Calgary achieved their environmental initiatives at the Mayor’s Environment Expo. Thank you Mayor Nenshi for highlighting the work of EcoSchools in your city!

YRE 2021 Winners

Tria Talks x EcoSchools Canada

On Tuesday, June 29 at 1:00 pm ET, EcoSchools alum Maggie Chang and YAC member Boluwatife Ogunniyi sit down with host Trina Hiscock on Tria Talks to promote environmental leadership among youth. EcoSchools ED, Lindsay Bunce and interim ED Geoff MacDonald of The Gaia Project will discuss how to reduce the ecological impact of schools and builds sustainable school communities.

Register here.

EcoSchools over the summer

This summer, EcoSchools will be making exciting enhancements to the online Certification application. As we prepare for the Fall, stay tuned to our social media channels for professional development opportunities from our partners and what environmental actions our team will be doing over the break.

Climate Change Education – Professional Learning Community

Interested in bringing climate change education to your class, but not sure how to do it? A new Professional Learning Community (PLC) of teachers is forming, dedicated to collaboratively learning how to bring climate action into their classrooms. Members of this PLC will support each other in transforming their teaching practices into action for positive social and environmental change. Register here.

Take Me Outside Student Video Challenge

The TMO Student Video Contest is a country-wide competition aiming to get students outside by encouraging them to submit their best, self-made video, featuring how they like to find adventures and spend their time exploring the outdoors in Canada. This year’s theme is: Canada’s Backyard. The competition is open for submissions and the deadline for all video submissions is September 17th, 2021. Students can win a 3-day trip to Banff National Park

EcoSchools Scavenger Hunt

Looking for more fun in the sun? Safely get outside this summer with these Scavenger Hunts! Share your treasure finds with us on social and tag @EcoSchoolsCAN.