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Plan Ahead: Gear up and get active for February
Welcome to 2019, EcoTeams! February is packed with opportunities to run campaigns and get the whole school involved in green initiatives.
Get to know Martha Turner Osborne
Meet Martha Turner, a new member of the EcoSchools Board of Directors, and learn why she’s excited to share her expertise.
Fall recap: excellent start, EcoSchools!
As we head into winter, let’s take a moment to recap some key EcoSchools social media highlights, moments, and messages of fall 2018 – shared with and by our community.
The Green Dreams of Manordale PS
After winning the $10,000 School Greening Giveaway, Manordale Public School in Ottawa-Carleton District School Board, shares how they’re planning on breathing new life into their school grounds and outdoor learning spaces.
Announcing: #SuperConference2019 Keynote Speakers!
SuperConference 2019 will showcase two inspiring keynote speakers who will share their unique perspectives on current environmental challenges and how we can work toward solutions. Introducing filmmaker Slater Jewell-Kemker and WWF Canada President and CEO Megan Leslie!
Plan Ahead: Setting Goals for January
Get set for 2019, EcoTeams! Kick off a brand new year by engaging with our handy tools and resources below. You can claim many of the activities in your certification application – as always, don't forget to review the 2018-19 Certification Guides for full...
Plan Ahead: Dig into December
Hello EcoTeams! Wrap up the 2018 calendar year by running one, some, or all of the campaigns below. And don’t forget to plan ahead for a green holiday season!
Trinity College School awarded Greenest School in Canada!
"We only have one planet and one chance to get it right."~ Amy, Grade 12, Trinity College School EcoTeam member The Canadian Green Building Council, in partnership with the Global Coalition for Green Schools, has named Trinity College School in Port Hope the 'Greenest...
Zero Waste: EcoSchools in the Media
The return to school sparks much interest in how schools reduce waste, especially with growing zero-waste and waste-free movements across the country. Here is some recent CBC coverage that details how EcoSchools help further the 3 Rs.