Upcoming Events
SDG Series: “Youth Gender Forum: The key to unlocking transformational change”
Dec 8, 2021 - 11:00 AM-11:45 AM (Eastern)
‘Equity’ ‘Equality’ & ‘Empowerment’ Do these words interest you? In this event, we will discuss and understand important terms, the importance of gender equality, causes of discrimination, issues in the community, and what we should do... more
Black History: More than just a month
Feb 15, 2022 - 12:00 PM-12:45 PM (Eastern)
How much do we know about black history in Canada? Who were the key figures? What do we lose when we don't include black stories in our history? This panel discussion focuses on Anti-Black racism in Canada starting with an overview of... more
World Wildlife Day
Mar 3, 2022 - 12:00 PM-12:45 PM (Eastern)
Canada is home to over 70,000 species. That’s a lot of nature to love – and a lot of wildlife to conserve! Join us and our friends from the Canadian Wildlife Federation (CWF) as we take a closer look at how to help conserve Canada’s most... more
Treaties: We Are All Treaty People
Mar 9, 2022 - 12:00 PM-12:45 PM (Eastern)
During this event, students will have the opportunity to discuss with distinguished guests from the Senate of Canada current issues surrounding existing treaties and the impacts these agreements have had and continue to have on... more
World Water Day: Inspire Action (Secondary)
Mar 22, 2022 - 11:00 AM-11:45 AM (Eastern)
World Water Day was conceived during the United Nations Conference on Environment and Development held in Rio de Janeiro in 1992. Since then the goal of the annual celebration has been to draw international attention to the need for... more
World Water Day: Inspire Action (Elementary)
Mar 22, 2022 - 13:00 PM-13:45 PM (Eastern)
World Water Day is designed to draw attention to the importance of providing clean fresh water to everyone in the world. This conference will focus on what it means to kids, families, and communities to have clean, available water, and... more
Indigenous Perspectives on Climate
Apr 13, 2022 - 12:00 PM-12:45 PM (Eastern)
Climate change poses threats and dangers to the survival of indigenous communities worldwide, even though indigenous peoples contribute the least to greenhouse emissions. Comprising less than 5% of the world's population, indigenous... more
Earth Day #Decarbonize 2022 - What is your Youth Action
Apr 22, 2022 - 11:00 AM-11:45 AM (Eastern)
#Decarbonize: #Decolonize is a school-based program that brings together thousands of U18 students and educators, from 50 countries, across the Global North and Global South, in eight months of ongoing dialogue on climate resilience,... more
Endangered Species Day
May 20, 2022 - 12:00 PM-12:45 PM (Eastern)
Canada is fortunate to be home to thousands of wildlife species and the vast areas of land and water on which they depend. Unfortunately, many of these species are in decline, due in part to human activities. There are currently more... more
UNESCO: SDGs & Art- "International Arts Education Week UNESCO"
May 26, 2022 - 12:00 PM-12:45 PM (Eastern)
International Arts Education Week aims to increase the global community’s awareness on the importance of arts education and at reinforcing its cooperation by promoting cultural diversity, intercultural dialogue and social cohesion. In... more
Past Events
We Are All Treaty People
Mar 29, 2021 - 12:00 PM-13:00 PM (Eastern)
During this event, students will have the opportunity to discuss with guest speakers current issues surrounding existing treaties and the impacts these agreements have had and continue to have on Indigenous communities. They will also... more
World Water Day - Elementary
Mar 22, 2021 - 13:30 PM-14:30 PM (Eastern)
"World Water Day" - Elementary focus. World Water Day, 22 March 2021, is based on the theme #Water2Me. Join CGE as we explore what water means to people, its true value, and how we can better protect this vital resource. Offered in... more
World Water Day
Mar 22, 2021 - 12:00 PM-13:00 PM (Eastern)
Students from across the planet will come together to share the effects of Climate Change on our most precious resource - Water. Discussions on how we can work together and resolve the ever magnifying issue will follow. This event will... more
RCMPTalks Online Safety
Mar 10, 2021 - 12:00 PM-13:00 PM (Eastern)
RCMPTalks sessions allow Canada's youth to have meaningful conversations with other students from across the country without leaving their classrooms. Each session aims to raise awareness about a specific crime or victimization topic.... more
International Women's Day 2021: #ChooseToChallenge in partnership with CCUNESCO
Mar 8, 2021 - 12:00 PM-13:00 PM (Eastern)
In partnership with the Canadian Commission for UNESCO (CCUNESCO), join us to mark International Women's Day. IWD is celebrated annually on 8 March. It offers an opportunity to reflect on progress made, to call for change and to... more
World Wildlife Day: "Restoring Habitats & Backyard Safaris"
Mar 3, 2021 - 12:00 PM-13:00 PM (Eastern)
"World Wildlife Day: Restoring Habitats & Backyard Safaris" - Wildlife is everywhere, but we don’t always see if unless we look for the signs! Join the Canadian Wildlife Federation as we celebrate World Wildlife Day by searching for... more
Green Gigs: Sustainable Careers
Mar 1, 2021 - 12:00 PM-13:00 PM (Eastern)
During this conference, students and educators will explore alternative career pathways in industries focused on environmentalism and sustainability. They will be able to interact with our panel of speakers and learn how environmentalism... more
RCMPTalks Diversity
Feb 23, 2021 - 12:00 PM-13:00 PM (Eastern)
RCMPTalks sessions allow Canada's youth to have meaningful conversations with other students from across the country without leaving their classrooms. Each session aims to raise awareness about a specific crime or victimization topic.... more
#Agenda 2030: What on earth are the SDGs and why should we care? In partnership with CCUNESCO
Feb 18, 2021 - 12:00 PM-13:00 PM (Eastern)
Offered in partnership with the Canadian Commission for UNESCO (CCUNESCO) this event and the associated activities and resources will allow students the opportunity to come together to explore and define concepts such as equity, empathy,... more
Communities make the difference: World AIDS Day
Dec 1, 2020 - 12:00 PM-13:00 PM (Eastern)
This classroom and event will allow students the opportunity to come together to explore and define concepts such as equity, empathy, and building strong communities. They will look at how their unique locations translate on a global... more