WILDNorth
Junior Wildlife Ambassador Program
WILDNorthBasic Details
The Junior Wildlife Ambassador Program (JWAP) educates elementary students on the importance of wildlife in our community and empowers each student to take action in their own community through curriculum-specific presentations.
- Type
- Program
- Cost
- Free | Fee per class
- Alberta Location
- Alberta - Aspen View, Battle River, Black Gold, Buffalo Trail, Edmonton, Elk Island, Fort McMurray, Fort Vermilion, Grande Prairie, Grande Yellowhead, High Prairie, Lloydminster Public, Northern Gateway, Northern Lights, Northland, Parkland, Peace River, Peace Wapiti, Pembina Hills, St. Albert, St. Paul, Sturgeon, Wetaskiwin, Wolf Creek
- Age/Grade Level:
- 3, 4, 5, 6
- Curriculum Connected:
- Yes, contact the organization directly
- Subjects:
- Science
- Topics:
- Waste/Circular economy, Forests, Ecology/Biodiversity, Natural Resources, Social/environmental justice
The Junior Wildlife Ambassador Program (JWAP) educates elementary students on the importance of wildlife in our community and empowers each student to take action in their own community through curriculum-specific presentations.
Additional Details
- Languages:
- English
- Location:
- In-class/school (indoor)
- Format:
- Online (live)
- Activity Length:
- Single Session (≤3 hours)
Full Description
WILDNorth offers free, curriculum-specific presentations for Grades 3, 4, 5, and 6 in Edmonton thanks to Capital City Cleanup. There is a cost of $80 to book this presentation for schools outside of Edmonton.
Grade 3 – “Food Chains, Wildlife, & My Community”
This 45-minute presentation is designed to introduce Grade 3 students to the intricate relationships between animals, plants, and their environment. Students will learn about food chains, how energy moves through the environment, and explore a food web using examples of local wildlife and vegetation. Linked directly to the Living Systems unit, this program offers a fun and tangible way for students to learn how plants and animals interact with one another while developing an awareness and appreciation for backyard nature.
Grade 4 – “Litter, Wildlife, & My Community”
Since a clean community is a shared responsibility, WILDNorth and Capital City Clean Up have joined forces to deliver the “Litter, Wildlife & My Community” classroom program. Educational and entertaining, this 60-minute presentation directly links to the Waste and Our World unit. It illustrates how litter harms wildlife and helps students identify actions they can take to minimize litter’s impact on wildlife.
Grade 5 – “Body Systems, Wildlife, & My Community”
This 60-minute presentation is designed to introduce Grade 5 students to the fascinating world of animal anatomy, diving into the body systems that support survival in the wild. Students will explore how the digestive, respiratory, circulatory, and musculoskeletal systems function in different animals, including birds, mammals, reptiles and amphibians. This program offers an engaging way for students to understand the vital processes that allow animals to thrive in their environments while fostering a sense of responsibility for protecting local wildlife.
Grade 6 – “Ecosystems, Wildlife, & My Community”
This 60-minute presentation is designed to deepen Grade 6 students’ understanding of ecosystems, the complex interactions that sustain them, and the vital role wildlife plays within them. Students will investigate the characteristics and components of ecosystems, focusing on the intricate relationships between animals, plants, and their environment. This program offers an engaging exploration of local ecosystems, including forests, wetlands, and grasslands, while highlighting how Alberta’s wildlife are specially adapted to their habitats. The presentation also emphasizes the importance of protecting these ecosystems from threats like litter and pollution to ensure the survival and wellbeing of local wildlife.
Accessibility
- Accommodations for physical disabilities
- None specified
- Accommodations for neurodiverse participants
- None specified
Full Description
WILDNorth offers free, curriculum-specific presentations for Grades 3, 4, 5, and 6 in Edmonton thanks to Capital City Cleanup. There is a cost of $80 to book this presentation for schools outside of Edmonton.
Grade 3 – “Food Chains, Wildlife, & My Community”
This 45-minute presentation is designed to introduce Grade 3 students to the intricate relationships between animals, plants, and their environment. Students will learn about food chains, how energy moves through the environment, and explore a food web using examples of local wildlife and vegetation. Linked directly to the Living Systems unit, this program offers a fun and tangible way for students to learn how plants and animals interact with one another while developing an awareness and appreciation for backyard nature.
Grade 4 – “Litter, Wildlife, & My Community”
Since a clean community is a shared responsibility, WILDNorth and Capital City Clean Up have joined forces to deliver the “Litter, Wildlife & My Community” classroom program. Educational and entertaining, this 60-minute presentation directly links to the Waste and Our World unit. It illustrates how litter harms wildlife and helps students identify actions they can take to minimize litter’s impact on wildlife.
Grade 5 – “Body Systems, Wildlife, & My Community”
This 60-minute presentation is designed to introduce Grade 5 students to the fascinating world of animal anatomy, diving into the body systems that support survival in the wild. Students will explore how the digestive, respiratory, circulatory, and musculoskeletal systems function in different animals, including birds, mammals, reptiles and amphibians. This program offers an engaging way for students to understand the vital processes that allow animals to thrive in their environments while fostering a sense of responsibility for protecting local wildlife.
Grade 6 – “Ecosystems, Wildlife, & My Community”
This 60-minute presentation is designed to deepen Grade 6 students’ understanding of ecosystems, the complex interactions that sustain them, and the vital role wildlife plays within them. Students will investigate the characteristics and components of ecosystems, focusing on the intricate relationships between animals, plants, and their environment. This program offers an engaging exploration of local ecosystems, including forests, wetlands, and grasslands, while highlighting how Alberta’s wildlife are specially adapted to their habitats. The presentation also emphasizes the importance of protecting these ecosystems from threats like litter and pollution to ensure the survival and wellbeing of local wildlife.
More Info & How to Register
Have a representative from WILDNorth, Edmonton's non profit wildlife rehabilitation centre, do a virtual presentation for YOUR students by requesting a booking on our website.
Last Updated: January 22, 2026