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  • Elements Society: Empowering youth to take climate action through food and environmental education with EcoCooks program

    The Elements Society is shaping the next generation of climate-conscious leaders through EcoCooks, an innovative food and environmental education program that teaches youth how their food choices impact the planet. By integrating hands-on cooking workshops with climate action education, EcoCooks provides students with practical skills to reduce food waste, make sustainable food choices, and understand…

  • Come Grow With us Passive Solar Greenhouse Project

    The Come Grow With Us Passive Solar Greenhouse Project is transforming education in Red Deer by giving students hands-on experience in sustainable food production, energy-efficient building design, and environmental stewardship. Led by The Foundation for Red Deer Public Schools, this living classroom integrates STEM learning with real-world skills, preparing students to tackle climate change and…

  • Future Energy Systems: Engaging and Exploring Our Energy Future

    As the world transitions to low-carbon energy solutions, Future Energy Systems (FES) at the University of Alberta is leading the way by advancing research, educating the public, and training the next generation of energy leaders. Funded by the Canada First Research Excellence Fund, FES supports over 160 research projects that explore renewable energy, energy storage,…

  • Future Energy Systems

    Future Energy Systems (FES), a research program at the University of Alberta, funded by the Canada First Research Excellence Fund, is committed to shaping a brighter energy future globally. Their mission is to foster a sustainable, economically viable, and equitable energy transition, harmonizing energy and the environment while meeting the needs of people and communities….

  • Alberta Envirothon

    Alberta Envirothon is a provincial non-profit dedicated to cultivating knowledgeable, skilled, and environmentally conscious citizens among Alberta’s youth. Through its annual 3-day environmental competition, the organization challenges high school students to test their expertise in various domains including soil & land use, aquatic ecology, forestry, wildlife, and current environmental issues. This initiative not only promotes…

  • Waterton Biosphere Reserve Association: Day on the Creek

    The Waterton Biosphere Reserve Association (WBRA) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting resilient landscapes and communities within the Waterton Biosphere Region (WBR). One of WBRA’s initiatives is Day on the Creek, an annual event launched in 2017, offering a unique outdoor learning experience for hundreds of students from rural areas, including those from the…

  • Eagle Point-Blue Rapids Parks Council Environmental & Outdoor Education Program

    The Eagle Point-Blue Rapids (EPBR) Parks Council is a unique model of collaboration that provides a strong voice and important role for local community organizations and government in the planning, development, operation and long-term management of the Eagle Point Provincial Park and the Blue Rapids Provincial Recreation Area. The EPBR creates and facilitates positive outdoor…

  • Future Energy Systems: Exploring Our Energy Future With The Community, Our Students, And More

    Future Energy Systems (FES) is a research program at the University of Alberta funded by the Canada First Research Excellence Fund. Its mission is to enable a brighter future for energy, in Canada and around the world, supporting the energy transition towards a sustainable, economically viable, and fair system where energy and environment exist in…

  • Evergreen Theatre: A 32 Year Legacy of Inspiring Environmental Awareness & Action Through the Arts

    Evergreen Theatre is a non-profit charitable organization which provides programming for youth, primarily within the school system throughout Alberta, aimed at inspiring environmental awareness and action through the medium of theatre. We perform environmentally-inspired original musical shows in elementary schools. These theatrical performances engage children from Grades K-6, with opportunities for students to perform in…

  • Evergreen Theatre Society

    The Evergreen Theatre Society (ETS) proudly offers curriculum-based musical theatre touring shows and artist-in-residency programs. ETS performs a 50-minute signature show with 2 professional actors in schools. Their theatrical performances engage children from Grades K-6, with opportunities for students to perform in the show. All shows feature curriculum-based scripts, exciting sets, props, and costumes –…