FERN by Elements Society

Street to Sea

Street to Sea is a hands-on workshop where students learn about the impact of garbage on ecosystems through in-class lessons and are inspired to become environmental stewards on a walking field trip.

Type: Program
Cost: Fee per student | Bursaries available
British Columbia Location: BC - SD 33 (Chilliwack), SD 34 (Abbotsford), SD 35 (Langley), SD 36 (Surrey), SD 37 (Delta), SD 38 (Richmond), SD 39 (Vancouver), SD 40 (New Westminster), SD 41 (Burnaby), SD 42 (Maple Ridge-Pitt Meadows), SD 43 (Coquitlam), SD 44 (North Vancouver), SD 45 (West Vancouver), SD 48 (Sea To Sky), SD 61 (Greater Victoria), SD 62 (Sooke), SD 63 (Saanich), SD 64 (Gulf Islands), SD 68 (Nanaimo-Ladysmith), SD 69 (Qualicum), SD 70 (Pacific Rim), SD 71 (Comox Valley), SD 72 (Campbell River), SD 75 (Mission), SD 79 (Cowichan Valley), SD 84 (Vancouver Island West), SD 85 (Vancouver Island North)
Age/Grade Level:: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
Curriculum Connected:: Yes, contact the organization directly
Subjects:: Science
Topics:: Water, Waste/Circular economy, Oceans, Ecology/Biodiversity, Climate change

Street to Sea is a hands-on workshop where students learn about the impact of garbage on ecosystems through in-class lessons and are inspired to become environmental stewards on a walking field trip.

Languages:: English
Location:: In-class/school (indoor), In-class/school (outdoor), Field trip (outdoor)
Format:: In-person, Resource
Activity Length:: Single Day (4+ hours), Multi-Day (4+ hours each)

Full Description

In this 75-minute session, students learn about bioaccumulation in aquatic ecosystems by analyzing real (sanitized) freshwater litter. Children then go on a walking field trip to see how much garbage they can divert from their local creek. The school is gifted a class set of garbage pickers, reflective vests, buckets, and weigh scale to continue this activity.

“We received overwhelmingly positive feedback from teachers and students alike. Personally, I’ve never seen my students so enthusiastic about garbage and neighborhood clean-ups—they were so engaged!” - Nataliia Kudryk, Grade 4/5 teacher

Accessibility

Accommodations for physical disabilities: Yes: Confirm details with organization directly
Accommodations for neurodiverse participants: Yes: Confirm details with organization directly

Full Description

In this 75-minute session, students learn about bioaccumulation in aquatic ecosystems by analyzing real (sanitized) freshwater litter. Children then go on a walking field trip to see how much garbage they can divert from their local creek. The school is gifted a class set of garbage pickers, reflective vests, buckets, and weigh scale to continue this activity.

“We received overwhelmingly positive feedback from teachers and students alike. Personally, I’ve never seen my students so enthusiastic about garbage and neighborhood clean-ups—they were so engaged!” - Nataliia Kudryk, Grade 4/5 teacher

More Info & How to Register

This program requires a minimum of 3 classes, and Stream of Dreams will help with fundraising as needed. Additional follow-up materials are provided. Visit our website or contact info@streamofdreams.org for more information.

Website

Last Updated: June 18, 2025

Project WET Canada

Project WET Canada equips educators with hands-on, curriculum-connected water education resources through dynamic in-person and virtual certification workshops.

Type: Program
Cost: Fee per class
Location: Nationwide
Alberta Location: Alberta - All School Districts
British Columbia Location: BC - All School Districts
Age/Grade Level:: Pre-K, K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Teachers, Youth, Adults
Curriculum Connected:: No
Subjects:: Social Studies, Science
Topics:: Water, Oceans, Climate change, Social/environmental justice

Project WET Canada equips educators with hands-on, curriculum-connected water education resources through dynamic in-person and virtual certification workshops.

Languages:: English, French
Location:: In-class/school (indoor), In-class/school (outdoor), Field trip (indoor), Field trip (outdoor), Club/Workshops (non-school)
Format:: Online (live), In-person
Activity Length:: Single Session (≤3 hours), Multi-session (≤3 hours each)

Full Description

Project WET Canada offers professional development certification workshops for educators, available both in-person and virtually. Our water education program features complete, engaging, inquiry-based lesson plans and activities. Guides include Foundations in Water Education, Water in Earth Systems, Projet WET Module 1 (French), Climate, Water and Resilience (Grades 6–12), and Getting Little Feet Wet (ECE). Workshops are led by fully trained Project WET Facilitators. Length and fees vary by guide(s), format, and location. Contact Maxine Koskie or Billie Jo Reid for more information.

Accessibility

Accommodations for physical disabilities: Yes: Confirm details with organization directly
Accommodations for neurodiverse participants: None specified

Full Description

Project WET Canada offers professional development certification workshops for educators, available both in-person and virtually. Our water education program features complete, engaging, inquiry-based lesson plans and activities. Guides include Foundations in Water Education, Water in Earth Systems, Projet WET Module 1 (French), Climate, Water and Resilience (Grades 6–12), and Getting Little Feet Wet (ECE). Workshops are led by fully trained Project WET Facilitators. Length and fees vary by guide(s), format, and location. Contact Maxine Koskie or Billie Jo Reid for more information.

More Info & How to Register

Visit our website for information on our virtual certification workshops and to learn more about our program. For questions, contact Maxine Koskie (projectwet@cwra.org) or Billie Jo Reid (program.projectwet@cwra.org).

Website

Last Updated: May 15, 2025

Beautiful Bats

Stanley Park Ecology

Bats really are beautiful; learn why in this interactive forest adventure.

Type: Program
Cost: Fee per class
British Columbia Location: BC - SD 34 (Abbotsford), SD 35 (Langley), SD 36 (Surrey), SD 37 (Delta), SD 38 (Richmond), SD 39 (Vancouver), SD 40 (New Westminster), SD 41 (Burnaby), SD 43 (Coquitlam), SD 44 (North Vancouver), SD 45 (West Vancouver)
Age/Grade Level:: Pre-K, K, 1, 2, 3
Curriculum Connected:: Yes, contact the organization directly
Subjects:: Science
Topics:: Forests, Ecology/Biodiversity

Bats really are beautiful; learn why in this interactive forest adventure.

The Trading Trail

Fraser River Discovery Centre

Explore how people have used and shared the resources of the Fraser River, with a focus on when First Nations and Fur traders first shared the river.

Type: Program
Cost: Fee per class | Fee per student
British Columbia Location: BC - SD 33 (Chilliwack), SD 34 (Abbotsford), SD 35 (Langley), SD 36 (Surrey), SD 37 (Delta), SD 38 (Richmond), SD 39 (Vancouver), SD 40 (New Westminster), SD 41 (Burnaby), SD 42 (Maple Ridge-Pitt Meadows), SD 43 (Coquitlam), SD 44 (North Vancouver), SD 45 (West Vancouver), SD 75 (Mission)
Age/Grade Level:: 4, 5, 6, 7
Curriculum Connected:: Yes, contact the organization directly
Subjects:: Social Studies, Science
Topics:: Water, Transportation, Natural Resources

Explore how people have used and shared the resources of the Fraser River, with a focus on when First Nations and Fur traders first shared the river.

Languages:: English
Location:: In-class/school (indoor), In-class/school (outdoor), Field trip (indoor), Club/Workshops (non-school)
Format:: In-person
Activity Length:: Single Session (≤3 hours)

Full Description

The Fraser River is one of the world’s great rivers not only in its contribution to the environmental, cultural, and historical wealth of British Columbia, but because of its current pivotal role in the economy of BC. We are going to explore how people have used and shared the resources of the Fraser River, focusing on the tumultuous time when Indigenous peoples and fur traders shared the river.

Grades: 4-7 Length: 1.5 hours Maximum group size: 30 students

Program Components:

Visual presentation introducing the history of trade on the Fraser River.

Learn proper archaeological protocol, excavate archaeological artifacts, and learn what each represents.

Keep an archaeologist’s journal, drawing diagrams and answering questions about stone and metal tools.

Play a fun and competitive game to understand the value of items traded between First Nations and European traders.

Accessibility

Accommodations for physical disabilities: Yes: Confirm details with organization directly
Accommodations for neurodiverse participants: Yes: Confirm details with organization directly

Full Description

The Fraser River is one of the world’s great rivers not only in its contribution to the environmental, cultural, and historical wealth of British Columbia, but because of its current pivotal role in the economy of BC. We are going to explore how people have used and shared the resources of the Fraser River, focusing on the tumultuous time when Indigenous peoples and fur traders shared the river.

Grades: 4-7 Length: 1.5 hours Maximum group size: 30 students

Program Components:

Visual presentation introducing the history of trade on the Fraser River.

Learn proper archaeological protocol, excavate archaeological artifacts, and learn what each represents.

Keep an archaeologist’s journal, drawing diagrams and answering questions about stone and metal tools.

Play a fun and competitive game to understand the value of items traded between First Nations and European traders.

More Info & How to Register

Visit our website for more information about education programs: https://fraserriverdiscovery.org/education-programs-fraser-river-discovery-centre/

Pre-registration and payment is required at least three weeks in advance. Contact programs@fraserriverdiscovery.org for questions.

Website

Last Updated: September 02, 2025

EduKits

The Biosphere Institute of the Bow Valley

The Biosphere Institute’s Bear, Bison, Cougar, Elk and Wolf EduKits increase the ecological literacy of students and citizens in the Bow Valley.

These travelling trunks contain pelts, fur swatches, skulls, scat replicas, and books relevant to animals and their place in the ecosystem and Indigenous and settler cultures. They also include digital media and a PowerPoint presentation that can be used in classroom delivery.

Type: Resource
Cost: Free
Alberta Location: Alberta - Calgary, Canadian Rockies
Age/Grade Level:: Pre-K, K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Teachers, Youth, Adults
Curriculum Connected:: No
Subjects:: Social Studies, Science
Topics:: Ecology/Biodiversity, Climate change, Indigenous knowledge, Social/environmental justice

The Biosphere Institute’s Bear, Bison, Cougar, Elk and Wolf EduKits increase the ecological literacy of students and citizens in the Bow Valley.

These travelling trunks contain pelts, fur swatches, skulls, scat replicas, and books relevant to animals and their place in the ecosystem and Indigenous and settler cultures. They also include digital media and a PowerPoint presentation that can be used in classroom delivery.

BirdSmart

Beaverhill Bird Observatory

In the winter months, BBO runs our BirdSmart Education Program where staff bring a live educational bird of prey to give presentations about birds, conservation, and climate change.

Type: Program
Cost: Fee per class
Alberta Location: Alberta - Aspen View, Battle River, Black Gold, Calgary, Canadian Rockies, Chinook's Edge, Clearview, Edmonton, Elk Island, Foothills, Fort McMurray, Fort Vermilion, Grande Prairie, Lethbridge, Medicine Hat, Parkland, Peace River, Pembina Hills, Red Deer, Rocky View, St. Albert, Sturgeon, Wetaskiwin
Age/Grade Level:: Pre-K, K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Teachers, Youth, Adults
Curriculum Connected:: Yes, contact the organization directly
Subjects:: Science
Topics:: Water, Forests, Ecology/Biodiversity, Climate change

In the winter months, BBO runs our BirdSmart Education Program where staff bring a live educational bird of prey to give presentations about birds, conservation, and climate change.

Languages:: English, French
Location:: In-class/school (indoor), Field trip (outdoor)
Format:: Online (live), In-person
Activity Length:: Single Session (≤3 hours)

Full Description

The Beaverhill Bird Observatory (BBO) is the oldest bird observatory in western Canada and has been monitoring the local breeding and migratory birds since 1984.The BBO conducts research focused on monitoring bird populations and environmental education.

In the winter months, BBO runs our BirdSmart Education Program where staff bring a live educational bird of prey to give presentations to schools, daycares, after-school groups, senior’s residences, and private and other events. Most presentations are 60 minutes, with adapted 30 minute presentation for Pre-K/Kindertgarten audiences, or groups that require a shorter time frame.

Accessibility

Accommodations for physical disabilities: Yes: Confirm details with organization directly
Accommodations for neurodiverse participants: Yes: Confirm details with organization directly

Full Description

The Beaverhill Bird Observatory (BBO) is the oldest bird observatory in western Canada and has been monitoring the local breeding and migratory birds since 1984.The BBO conducts research focused on monitoring bird populations and environmental education.

In the winter months, BBO runs our BirdSmart Education Program where staff bring a live educational bird of prey to give presentations to schools, daycares, after-school groups, senior’s residences, and private and other events. Most presentations are 60 minutes, with adapted 30 minute presentation for Pre-K/Kindertgarten audiences, or groups that require a shorter time frame.

More Info & How to Register

You can find a pamphlet detailing presentation topics and detailed explanations of curriculum links on our website. We book through JotForm, which is also linked on our website.

If you have any questions, you can email education@beaverhillbirds.com or call (587) 735-3534.

Website

Last Updated: December 10, 2025

Evergreen Theatre - Theatrical Programming Supporting Environmental Science Education

Evergreen Theatre Society

Evergreen Theatre proudly offers curriculum-based, eco-science inspired, musical theatre touring shows, artist-in-residency programs and puppet presentations within Alberta schools and the wider community.

Type: Program
Cost: Free | Fee per class
Alberta Location: Alberta - All School Districts
Age/Grade Level:: Pre-K, K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, Teachers, Youth
Curriculum Connected:: Yes, contact the organization directly
Subjects:: Language Arts, Social Studies, Science, Career Education, Fine Arts, Physical and Health Education
Topics:: Water, Waste/Circular economy, Energy, Transportation, Food, Oceans, Forests, Ecology/Biodiversity, Natural Resources, Climate change, Indigenous knowledge, Social/environmental justice, Careers

Evergreen Theatre proudly offers curriculum-based, eco-science inspired, musical theatre touring shows, artist-in-residency programs and puppet presentations within Alberta schools and the wider community.

Sea Smart Shoreline Cleanup Field Trip

Sea Smart

Take your next field trip to the beach while empowering your students to make the world a better place.

Type: Program
Cost: Fee per class | Bursaries available
British Columbia Location: BC - SD 33 (Chilliwack), SD 34 (Abbotsford), SD 35 (Langley), SD 36 (Surrey), SD 37 (Delta), SD 38 (Richmond), SD 39 (Vancouver), SD 40 (New Westminster), SD 41 (Burnaby), SD 42 (Maple Ridge-Pitt Meadows), SD 43 (Coquitlam), SD 44 (North Vancouver), SD 45 (West Vancouver), SD 48 (Sea To Sky)
Age/Grade Level:: Pre-K, K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Teachers, Youth, Adults
Curriculum Connected:: No
Subjects:: Social Studies, Science, Physical and Health Education
Topics:: Water, Waste/Circular economy, Oceans, Ecology/Biodiversity, Social/environmental justice

Take your next field trip to the beach while empowering your students to make the world a better place.

Languages:: English
Location:: In-class/school (outdoor), Field trip (outdoor)
Format:: In-person
Activity Length:: Single Session (≤3 hours)

Full Description

Sea Smart's shoreline clean-up will inspire students to learn about plastic pollution, marine animals, and ocean stewardship. These sessions are facilitated by Sea Smart’s highly experienced team of marine biologists and environmental educators, to deliver informative, hands-on learning. Sea Smart will provide sustainable equipment and protocols needed to ensure a safe cleanup.

We measure metrics such as the area of habitat cleaned, the weight of garbage removed, and the number of cigarette butts removed. These data allow you to share your student's efforts in a measurable and meaningful way. Participants will also join hands-on, educational activities to learn about plastic pollution, marine animals, and how we can help our ocean.

Available for Pre-K - Grade 12 Students, our Shoreline Cleanup Workshops connect with Core and Curricular Competencies. Shoreline Cleanups can be delivered throughout Metro Vancouver and the Lower Mainland, with schools, community/ youth groups, and other educational settings.

Accessibility

Accommodations for physical disabilities: Yes: Confirm details with organization directly
Accommodations for neurodiverse participants: Yes: Confirm details with organization directly

Full Description

Sea Smart's shoreline clean-up will inspire students to learn about plastic pollution, marine animals, and ocean stewardship. These sessions are facilitated by Sea Smart’s highly experienced team of marine biologists and environmental educators, to deliver informative, hands-on learning. Sea Smart will provide sustainable equipment and protocols needed to ensure a safe cleanup.

We measure metrics such as the area of habitat cleaned, the weight of garbage removed, and the number of cigarette butts removed. These data allow you to share your student's efforts in a measurable and meaningful way. Participants will also join hands-on, educational activities to learn about plastic pollution, marine animals, and how we can help our ocean.

Available for Pre-K - Grade 12 Students, our Shoreline Cleanup Workshops connect with Core and Curricular Competencies. Shoreline Cleanups can be delivered throughout Metro Vancouver and the Lower Mainland, with schools, community/ youth groups, and other educational settings.

More Info & How to Register

Please fill out our registration form and we will be in touch shortly.

Website

Last Updated: October 30, 2024

LunchLAB

Growing Chefs

LunchLAB - Learning, Accessing and Bridging to Community - is a barrier-free, educational, hands-on program, where kids’ connection to food takes root. At LunchLAB schools' kids prepare, cook and serve food for themselves and their peers.

Type: Program
Cost: Fee per student | Bursaries available
Age/Grade Level:: 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Teachers
Curriculum Connected:: No
Subjects:: Career Education, Physical and Health Education, Social Studies, Mathematics
Topics:: Food, Social/environmental justice, Careers

LunchLAB - Learning, Accessing and Bridging to Community - is a barrier-free, educational, hands-on program, where kids’ connection to food takes root. At LunchLAB schools' kids prepare, cook and serve food for themselves and their peers.

Languages:: English
Location:: In-class/school (indoor)
Format:: In-person
Activity Length:: Year/Multi-year

Full Description

LunchLAB is an innovative school meal program that serves students accessible, nourishing, culturally relevant lunches prepared by students with the mentorship of a team of chefs-in-residence. LunchLAB empowers youth to cook food for themselves and their peers providing opportunities for kids to find delight, dignity, and belonging in their interactions with food.

Lunches change each day and menus are inspired by the communities we serve. Each meal includes a fresh salad bar and a hot item, whether that’s tacos, chickpea curry, palak paneer, ramen soup, or lasagna, it’s sure to be packed with delicious flavours and fresh veggies.

We offer a sliding scale pay-what-you-can model to balance affordability for families and the long-term sustainability of LunchLAB. As part of the registration process, families decide what they can afford with opportunities to receive a subsidy or subsidize families in their community.

Watch our CBC mini doc to get a flavour of LunchLAB and find out more on our website!

Accessibility

Accommodations for physical disabilities: Yes: Confirm details with organization directly
Accommodations for neurodiverse participants: Yes: Confirm details with organization directly

Full Description

LunchLAB is an innovative school meal program that serves students accessible, nourishing, culturally relevant lunches prepared by students with the mentorship of a team of chefs-in-residence. LunchLAB empowers youth to cook food for themselves and their peers providing opportunities for kids to find delight, dignity, and belonging in their interactions with food.

Lunches change each day and menus are inspired by the communities we serve. Each meal includes a fresh salad bar and a hot item, whether that’s tacos, chickpea curry, palak paneer, ramen soup, or lasagna, it’s sure to be packed with delicious flavours and fresh veggies.

We offer a sliding scale pay-what-you-can model to balance affordability for families and the long-term sustainability of LunchLAB. As part of the registration process, families decide what they can afford with opportunities to receive a subsidy or subsidize families in their community.

Watch our CBC mini doc to get a flavour of LunchLAB and find out more on our website!

More Info & How to Register

Currently LunchLAB operates at five Vancouver based schools and whilst we are not actively recruiting, if you’re interested in chatting about LunchLAB at your school, please contact us at lunchlab@growingchefs.ca.

Website

Last Updated: January 28, 2025

Outdoor Environmental Education Lesson Plans

The Biosphere Institute of the Bow Valley

Are you looking to connect your classroom to the environment? Ever wondered how learning can be applied to the community? The lesson plans from Future Leaders tie the Alberta K-12 curriculum to environmental topics such as wildlife, climate change and ecology that are relevant across Turtle Island. We encourage you to recreate these lessons!

Type: Resource
Cost: Free
Location: Nationwide
Alberta Location: Alberta - All School Districts
British Columbia Location: BC - All School Districts
Age/Grade Level:: Pre-K, K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Teachers, Youth, Adults
Curriculum Connected:: No
Subjects:: Social Studies, Science
Topics:: Water, Waste/Circular economy, Energy, Transportation, Food, Oceans, Forests, Ecology/Biodiversity, Natural Resources, Climate change, Indigenous knowledge, Social/environmental justice

Are you looking to connect your classroom to the environment? Ever wondered how learning can be applied to the community? The lesson plans from Future Leaders tie the Alberta K-12 curriculum to environmental topics such as wildlife, climate change and ecology that are relevant across Turtle Island. We encourage you to recreate these lessons!

Professional Learning Experiences

CPAWS Southern Alberta

Our interactive experiences provide indoor and outdoor learning for professionals, including fun, educational hiking, science-based activities, gamified learning, workshops, and reconciliation teachings — all of which foster a strong understanding of Alberta's environment and build a lifelong connection to nature.

Type: Program
Cost: Fee per class | Bursaries available
Alberta Location: Alberta - Calgary, Chinook's Edge, Foothills, Golden Hills, Palliser, Rocky View
Age/Grade Level:: Teachers, Adults
Curriculum Connected:: Yes, contact the organization directly
Subjects:: Social Studies, Science, Physical and Health Education
Topics:: Water, Ecology/Biodiversity, Climate change, Indigenous knowledge, Social/environmental justice

Our interactive experiences provide indoor and outdoor learning for professionals, including fun, educational hiking, science-based activities, gamified learning, workshops, and reconciliation teachings — all of which foster a strong understanding of Alberta's environment and build a lifelong connection to nature.

Green Careers for Youth

Alberta Council for Environmental Education

Our program Connecting Classrooms to Professionals will partner green industry volunteers with youth for in class presentations and mentorship. In connecting classrooms with our volunteers we hope to inform students about what opportunities are currently available, and give new perspectives on what having a green career could mean! Our Green Careers Initiative aims to inspire students to strive for a green, sustainable and lucrative future.

Type: Program
Cost: Free
Alberta Location: Alberta - All School Districts
Age/Grade Level:: 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Youth
Curriculum Connected:: Yes, contact the organization directly
Subjects:: Career Education
Topics:: Careers

Our program Connecting Classrooms to Professionals will partner green industry volunteers with youth for in class presentations and mentorship. In connecting classrooms with our volunteers we hope to inform students about what opportunities are currently available, and give new perspectives on what having a green career could mean! Our Green Careers Initiative aims to inspire students to strive for a green, sustainable and lucrative future.

Waste Warriors

Langley Environmental Partners Society

Students learn skills to reduce garbage and become Waste Warriors.

Type: Program
Cost: Free | Fee per class
British Columbia Location: BC - SD 35 (Langley)
Age/Grade Level:: K, 1
Curriculum Connected:: No
Subjects:: Social Studies, Science
Topics:: Waste/Circular economy

Students learn skills to reduce garbage and become Waste Warriors.

Languages:: English
Location:: In-class/school (indoor)
Format:: In-person
Activity Length:: Single Session (≤3 hours)

Full Description

Using the 3R’s, students recognize recycling symbols and sort materials found in their home and classroom.

*This workshop is free for schools in the Township of Langley (limited spaces available).

Available to schools in the Township of Langley, City of Langley (SD35) and City of Surrey (SD36).

Schools outside of Langley will be charged mileage. Teachers outside of these districts may enquire about workshop availability.

Duration 60 minutes Cost $95

Accessibility

Accommodations for physical disabilities: None specified
Accommodations for neurodiverse participants: None specified

Full Description

Using the 3R’s, students recognize recycling symbols and sort materials found in their home and classroom.

*This workshop is free for schools in the Township of Langley (limited spaces available).

Available to schools in the Township of Langley, City of Langley (SD35) and City of Surrey (SD36).

Schools outside of Langley will be charged mileage. Teachers outside of these districts may enquire about workshop availability.

Duration 60 minutes Cost $95

More Info & How to Register

Email program inquiries to education@leps.bc.ca

Education programs are presented by Langley Environmental Partners Society (LEPS). Programs are open to public and private schools. LEPS workshops provide hands-on, interactive experiences that support the current BC Curriculum. In-Class Workshops are offered Tuesday-Friday. Schools are encouraged to book 3 presentations per day. Limited to one class per session; maximum 30 students. Book early to avoid disappointment. LEPS educators do not replace the classroom teacher; assistance with classroom management allows for the highest quality programming.

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Last Updated: September 12, 2025

EcoCooks School

Elements Society

EcoCooks is a science-based environmental cooking program that addresses how food choices impact our planet.

Type: Program
Cost: Free
Alberta Location: Alberta - Calgary
British Columbia Location: BC - SD 35 (Langley), SD 36 (Surrey), SD 37 (Delta), SD 38 (Richmond), SD 39 (Vancouver), SD 40 (New Westminster), SD 41 (Burnaby), SD 42 (Maple Ridge-Pitt Meadows), SD 43 (Coquitlam), SD 44 (North Vancouver), SD 45 (West Vancouver)
Age/Grade Level:: 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Curriculum Connected:: No
Subjects:: Language Arts, Social Studies, Science, Mathematics, Career Education, Physical and Health Education
Topics:: Food, Climate change

EcoCooks is a science-based environmental cooking program that addresses how food choices impact our planet.

Languages:: English
Location:: In-class/school (indoor)
Format:: In-person
Activity Length:: Multi-session (≤3 hours each)

Full Description

EcoCooks Elementary consists of two modules and EcoCooks Secondary consists of four modules. Classes can take any number of modules, in any order.

Each EcoCooks module has four sessions and each session is about 60-70 min long. These four sessions are typically taken over the space of 1 to 4 weeks. The first three sessions tackle the environmental component with fun hands-on activities designed for a classroom space, while the last session is a cooking class where students learn how to apply their new knowledge while preparing food. This cooking session can be done in a traditional classroom space or in a specialized foods room.

Accessibility

Accommodations for physical disabilities: Yes: Confirm details with organization directly
Accommodations for neurodiverse participants: Yes: Confirm details with organization directly

Teacher Recommended?

Location	Yes (3)	No (0)
Calgary	Yes (2)	No (0)
SD 44 (North Vancouver)	Yes (1)	No (0)

Full Description

EcoCooks Elementary consists of two modules and EcoCooks Secondary consists of four modules. Classes can take any number of modules, in any order.

Each EcoCooks module has four sessions and each session is about 60-70 min long. These four sessions are typically taken over the space of 1 to 4 weeks. The first three sessions tackle the environmental component with fun hands-on activities designed for a classroom space, while the last session is a cooking class where students learn how to apply their new knowledge while preparing food. This cooking session can be done in a traditional classroom space or in a specialized foods room.

More Info & How to Register

Please follow the link to our registration page and use the program request form appropriate for your location and grade.

Website

Last Updated: May 06, 2025

The Bodo Archaeological Site & Centre

The Bodo Archaeological Society

The Bodo Archaeological Site & Centre offers experiential educational programs for students of all ages, both at our centre and site, and in the classroom. We have had thousands of students visit Bodo to take part in our interactive, hands-on activities and learning experience.

Type: Program
Cost: Fee per class | Fee per student
Location: Nationwide
Alberta Location: Alberta - All School Districts
British Columbia Location: BC - All School Districts
Age/Grade Level:: Pre-K, K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Teachers, Youth, Adults
Curriculum Connected:: Yes, contact the organization directly
Subjects:: Social Studies, Science, Mathematics, Physical and Health Education, Language Arts
Topics:: Natural Resources, Indigenous knowledge, Careers, Food

The Bodo Archaeological Site & Centre offers experiential educational programs for students of all ages, both at our centre and site, and in the classroom. We have had thousands of students visit Bodo to take part in our interactive, hands-on activities and learning experience.

Conservation Classroom Experiences

CPAWS Southern Alberta

Our multi-visit, interactive classroom experiences include science-based activities, gamified learning, and reconciliation teachings — all of which foster a strong understanding of Alberta's environment and build a lifelong connection to nature.

Type: Program
Cost: Fee per class | Bursaries available
Alberta Location: Alberta - Calgary, Canadian Rockies, Chinook's Edge, Foothills, Golden Hills, Palliser, Rocky View
Age/Grade Level:: K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Youth
Curriculum Connected:: No
Subjects:: Social Studies, Science, Physical and Health Education
Topics:: Water, Waste/Circular economy, Forests, Ecology/Biodiversity, Climate change, Indigenous knowledge, Social/environmental justice

Our multi-visit, interactive classroom experiences include science-based activities, gamified learning, and reconciliation teachings — all of which foster a strong understanding of Alberta's environment and build a lifelong connection to nature.

Company of Adventurers

Learning should be full of adventure! Company of Adventurers is committed to creating Outdoor Adventure and Environmental Education programs that are safe, rewarding and have a lasting impact on those who participate.

Type: Program
Cost: Fee per student
Alberta Location: Alberta - Calgary, Rocky View
Age/Grade Level:: 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Curriculum Connected:: Yes, contact the organization directly
Subjects:: Physical and Health Education
Topics:: Forests, Ecology/Biodiversity

Learning should be full of adventure! Company of Adventurers is committed to creating Outdoor Adventure and Environmental Education programs that are safe, rewarding and have a lasting impact on those who participate.

UBC Farm Field Trips

UBC Farm

UBC Farm field trips offer hands-on, sensory-rich experiences on a certified organic farm. Students explore food production, ecosystems, and wilderness skills in themed sessions - Food & Farming, Nature & Ecosystems, or Exploration & Skills - tailored to your age group.

Type: Program
Cost: Fee per class
British Columbia Location: BC - SD 33 (Chilliwack), SD 34 (Abbotsford), SD 35 (Langley), SD 36 (Surrey), SD 37 (Delta), SD 38 (Richmond), SD 39 (Vancouver), SD 40 (New Westminster), SD 41 (Burnaby), SD 42 (Maple Ridge-Pitt Meadows), SD 43 (Coquitlam), SD 44 (North Vancouver), SD 45 (West Vancouver)
Age/Grade Level:: Pre-K, K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Teachers, Youth, Adults
Curriculum Connected:: No
Topics:: Food, Forests, Ecology/Biodiversity, Climate change, Social/environmental justice

UBC Farm field trips offer hands-on, sensory-rich experiences on a certified organic farm. Students explore food production, ecosystems, and wilderness skills in themed sessions - Food & Farming, Nature & Ecosystems, or Exploration & Skills - tailored to your age group.

Languages:: English
Location:: Field trip (indoor), Field trip (outdoor)
Format:: In-person
Activity Length:: Single Session (≤3 hours)

Full Description

UBC Farm field trips immerse children in a working certified organic farm through dynamic, themed experiences. Students engage their senses while planting, harvesting, and cooking with fresh produce (Food & Farming); learning about pollinators, food webs, and ecological connections (Nature & Ecosystems); or building forts and practicing wilderness skills (Exploration & Skills). These two-hour guided visits involve walking across varied farm features, with tailored programming by age group and flexible timing.

Accessibility

Accommodations for physical disabilities: Yes: Confirm details with organization directly
Accommodations for neurodiverse participants: Yes: Confirm details with organization directly

Full Description

UBC Farm field trips immerse children in a working certified organic farm through dynamic, themed experiences. Students engage their senses while planting, harvesting, and cooking with fresh produce (Food & Farming); learning about pollinators, food webs, and ecological connections (Nature & Ecosystems); or building forts and practicing wilderness skills (Exploration & Skills). These two-hour guided visits involve walking across varied farm features, with tailored programming by age group and flexible timing.

More Info & How to Register

Costs vary by class size and grade; cancellation and refund policies ensure accessibility and ease for educators and organizers.

Website

Last Updated: September 08, 2025

It’s a Bug’s Life

Langley Environmental Partners Society

Discover the world of arthropods and the important role these crawly creatures play in our world.

Type: Program
Cost: Fee per class
British Columbia Location: BC - SD 35 (Langley)
Age/Grade Level:: K, 1, 2
Curriculum Connected:: No
Subjects:: Social Studies, Science
Topics:: Water, Ecology/Biodiversity, Natural Resources

Discover the world of arthropods and the important role these crawly creatures play in our world.

Shepard Landfill Tour with Composting Facility visit

The City of Calgary Waste & Recycling Services

The City of Calgary offers school tours at the Composting Facility and Shepard Landfill, providing students the unique opportunity to observe Calgary’s waste management operations in action.

Type: Program
Cost: Free
Alberta Location: Alberta - Calgary
Age/Grade Level:: 4, 7
Curriculum Connected:: Yes, contact the organization directly
Subjects:: Science
Topics:: Water, Waste/Circular economy

The City of Calgary offers school tours at the Composting Facility and Shepard Landfill, providing students the unique opportunity to observe Calgary’s waste management operations in action.

Languages:: English
Location:: Field trip (indoor)
Format:: In-person
Activity Length:: Single Session (≤3 hours)

Full Description

Join us for an interactive experience that will motivate students to take impactful steps towards reducing waste. The tours include a classroom workshop and a guided bus tour through the landfill.

Grades: 4 - 7
Program length: 3 hours total (90-minute landfill bus tour/ 90-minute classroom).
Class size: Up to 2 classes (30 students per class) per day.

Cost: No cost for tours, but schools must provide and arrange bus transportation.
Location: The Composting Facility at the Shepard Waste Management Facility (11920 68 St SE).

Accessibility

Accommodations for physical disabilities: Yes: Confirm details with organization directly
Accommodations for neurodiverse participants: Yes: Confirm details with organization directly

Full Description

Join us for an interactive experience that will motivate students to take impactful steps towards reducing waste. The tours include a classroom workshop and a guided bus tour through the landfill.

Grades: 4 - 7
Program length: 3 hours total (90-minute landfill bus tour/ 90-minute classroom).
Class size: Up to 2 classes (30 students per class) per day.

Cost: No cost for tours, but schools must provide and arrange bus transportation.
Location: The Composting Facility at the Shepard Waste Management Facility (11920 68 St SE).

More Info & How to Register

Grades 4 - 7: Call 311 now to apply.

1st Deadline: June 1 - Fall session draw (Sept - Dec)

2nd Deadline: September 15 - Spring session draw (Jan - June)

Grades 8 - 12: Call 311 to make a request.

Website

Last Updated: December 18, 2024

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