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Welcoming St Joseph-Scollard Hall SS at NPSCDSB – first-time certification with Ontario EcoSchools! Read all about the schools’ green actions and successes via an interview with the EcoTeam.

Pleased to welcome schools in Hastings Prince Edward District School Board (HPEDSB) to our growing network. We asked the four participating schools (Deseronto PS, Stirling PS, York River PS, Madoc PS) what their motivations were to join the Ontario EcoSchools community.

Saint-Nicolas Catholic Elementary School (CSDCCS) is a great example for EcoSchools to follow in connecting learning and action in the area of Environmental Stewardship. This year, teachers and students on the EcoTeam came up with a campaign called "Save the bees !"...

This year a record number of over 1,830 schools from 56 school boards certified as Ontario EcoSchools. This shows a growing commitment to going green, all across the province. Your school is an essential part of this community! Congratulations on an incredible year of...

An average morning at MacLeod Public School in Rainbow District School Board begins with EcoTeam announcements about the schools' Paper-Free Day campaign. Walking down the halls, you'll see student-created posters with energy conservation tips, and hear Grade 5's and...

As part of our Climate Leadership Contest, we invited schools to share how they took climate action this school year for the chance to be entered into a prize draw sponsored by Cascades. This spring, we are continuing to share our winning schools’ stories! In March,...

While EcoSchools are engaged in earth-friendly activities throughout the year, Earth Month is an opportune moment to amplify initiatives. With ten days left to celebrate Earth Month, here is a roundup of how schools are celebrating! At St. Patrick Catholic School in...

Make the most of the return to warmer weather by integrating outdoor play, neighbourhood exploration, and a field trip or two into your eco-activities in May! Here are just a few ideas to spring into action. Pedal away! May or June means Bike Month for many...

Submit by April 28th There is just over a week left until the deadline to submit your online application. We have been sharing #CertTIPS to help you out, so if you’re on Twitter, search for the hashtag and you may find a new tidbit to help you out with the last bit of...