EcoSchools Canada

Eco‑mmunity Spotlight: Rachel Irwin

CommsEC — Wed, 28 Jan 2026 17:27:03 +0000

Behind every thriving EcoSchools community, there are people working quietly and consistently to turn big environmental goals into everyday action. For our first Eco-mmunity Spotlight, we’re excited to highlight Rachel Irwin, Environmental Sustainability Manager at the Halton District School Board (HDSB).

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Fostering Environmental Leadership for a Sustainable Future

CommsEC — Tue, 25 Nov 2025 22:31:42 +0000

When Grade 10 students at Centennial Collegiate Vocational Institute in Ontario learned about the global climate crisis, they turned awareness into action. With support from their teachers and the EcoSchools program, they hosted the school’s first student-led climate conference — a day of workshops on youth leadership, sustainability, and climate solutions that sparked new environmental projects across the school community.

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Celebrating a decade with Sierra Frank – EcoSchools Canada’s Co-Executive Director

CommsEC — Thu, 03 Jul 2025 18:37:31 +0000

Over the past decade, Sierra's leadership has helped shape the organization into what it is today: a national movement for sustainable school communities, student leadership, and climate action.

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Earth Month: Engaging Initiatives and Resources for Schools

CommsEC — Wed, 26 Mar 2025 15:47:39 +0000

Join thousands of schools across Canada in celebrating Earth Month with meaningful initiatives that connect students to climate action.

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Project 2050: An inspiring composting initiative

CommsEC — Wed, 19 Feb 2025 16:10:12 +0000

Through Project 2050, students are learning that tackling climate change doesn’t have to be overwhelming. It starts with small, achievable actions, like sorting waste correctly and making composting a daily habit.

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EcoSchools and Reconciliation

jenna — Mon, 30 Sep 2024 09:38:00 +0000

On Orange Shirt Day, and the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, our team at EcoSchools continues to reflect on the ways we are acting upon reconciliation with Indigenous communities, and honouring the truths of Canada’s colonial past and present.

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Reducing Textile Waste for a Greener and More Sustainable Future

jenna — Wed, 10 Jul 2024 09:49:00 +0000

Fast fashion has a drastic impact on our planet and the environment around us. Fast fashion especially contributes to pollution. The production of fast fashion clothing involves the use of lots of chemicals such as dyes, finishes, and synthetic fibers that can lead to water pollution.

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Water for Peace

jenna — Thu, 21 Mar 2024 10:17:00 +0000

By taking a collective ‘gulp’ of water from our reusable bottles on March 22nd, schools across Canada are inspiring students about the importance of clean water, and how they ensure a peaceful society for all.

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Student Action for Project 2050

jenna — Fri, 26 Jan 2024 10:26:00 +0000

Read how students across Canada are contributing to the fight against climate change by participating in the Project 2050 program and adopting small but impactful climate-friendly habits in their schools.

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Navigating Climate Change in the Classroom – An Interactive Learning Experience!

jenna — Wed, 06 Dec 2023 12:06:00 +0000

Step into a world where the challenges of climate change are unraveled and creative solutions are explored through an interactive online game! In this blog post, we’ll introduce you to the Climate Hero Escape Room and take you through the experiences of educators and students who have used it as a fun and immersive learning tool.

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