Upcoming Events
Black History Month with CCUNESCO
Feb 22, 2023 - 12:00 PM-13:00 PM (Eastern)
How much do we know about black history in Canada? How do we support Black Student Societies in our schools? What do we lose when we don't include black stories in our history? Join us and our friends at CCUNESCO as we discuss focuses on... more
Life Below Water - Fashion a Fish
Mar 3, 2023 - 12:00 PM-12:45 PM (Eastern)
Join the Canadian Wildlife Federation as we look at how fish are uniquely adapted for life below water! Together we’ll examine fish of different shapes, sizes and colours and use our observation skills to figure out how these... more
International Women's Day: Embrace Equity
Mar 8, 2023 - 12:00 PM-12:45 PM (Eastern)
Learn how we can all #EmbraceEquity. It's not just something we say, write about, or think about, it is something we must EMBRACE. Each one of us can actively support gender equity within our own sphere of influence by challenging gender... more
Decolonizing Climate Action
Mar 15, 2023 - 12:00 PM-13:00 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
World Water Day
Mar 22, 2023 - 12:00 PM-12:45 PM (Eastern)
(Primary) Join us and our friends at Ocean Wise as we celebrate World Water Day! Students will explore the connections they have to fresh and salt water around the world and investigate different challenges the water on our planet is... more
The Zero Hunger Challenge
Apr 5, 2023 - 12:00 PM-12:45 PM (Eastern)
(Primary) This event & lesson plan looks at foods from around the world, and builds understanding of other children's cultures and lives. Children will be asked to think about how their food choices impact the SDGs and to pledge to make... more
World Book Day
Apr 12, 2023 - 12:00 PM-12:45 PM (Eastern)
(Primary) World Book day is celebrated in April and focuses on the idea that "books have long embodied the human capacity to conjure up worlds, both real and imagined, giving voice to the diversity of human experience. They help us share... more
Earth Day: #Decarbonize Launch 2023
Apr 21, 2023 - 11:00 AM-12:30 PM (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
Canadian Mental Health Week
May 3, 2023 - 12:00 PM-13:00 PM (Eastern)
(Secondary) "Empathy. It’s the capacity we share as human beings to step into each other’s shoes. To understand where they’re coming from and what they’re feeling. To listen hard and refuse to judge. It’s also one way to reduce and... more
Life on Land: The Buzz on Bees
May 12, 2023 - 12:00 PM-12:45 PM (Eastern)
(Primary) What’s all the buzz about bees? Join the Canadian Wildlife Federation as we shine the spotlight on Canada’s native bee species just in time for World Bee Day (May 20)! Together, we’ll learn more about bees, their important... more
Past Events
UNDRIP: The Rights of Indigenous People
May 26, 2021 - 12:00 PM-13:00 PM (Eastern)
During the UNDRIP video conference, students and educators will be given the opportunity to explore The United Nations Declarations on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples document. They will discuss both amongst themselves and with guest... more
World Bee Day - Food Sustainability & Pollinators
May 20, 2021 - 12:00 PM-13:00 PM (Eastern)
under threat from human activities. Pollination is, however, a fundamental process for the survival of our ecosystems. More than 75% of the world’s food crops and 35% of global agricultural land depend on animal pollination. Not only do... more
World Migratory Bird Day with CWF - Elementary
May 7, 2021 - 12:00 PM-13:00 PM (Eastern)
"World Migratory Bird Day" - Birds come in a variety of shapes, colours and sizes! Join the Canadian Wildlife Federation to learn how bird characteristics, such as beaks, feet, legs and wings, can give us clues about what different birds... more
April 22: Earth Day 2021 - #Decarbonize COP26 Global Youth Project Launch
Apr 22, 2021 - 12:00 PM-13:00 PM (Eastern)
Ahead of the 2021 UN Climate Change Conference (COP 26), #Decarbonize: #Decolonize brings together K-12 students and educators, from over 45 countries, across the Global North and South, in eight months of ongoing dialogue on climate... more
RCMPTalks Reconciliation
Apr 21, 2021 - 12:00 PM-13:00 PM (Eastern)
The RCMP recognizes that reconciliation is not a single event or speech, nor is it something that can be checked off a list. Reconciliation is constant, a movement towards the future, a reflection of the past, and an ongoing dialogue.... more
Pollination Puzzles with CWF - Elementary
Apr 9, 2021 - 12:00 PM-13:00 PM (Eastern)
"Pollination Puzzles" – From their shape to their scent, many plants have adapted ways to attract bees, butterflies and other types of pollinators. Join the Canadian Wildlife Federation as we learn about the science of pollination and... more
Empowering Refugees: Art and Advocacy
Apr 8, 2021 - 12:00 PM-13:00 PM (Eastern)
There are now over 65 million forcibly displaced people on our planet - more than at any time on record. While international organizations provide housing, medical care and food for desperate citizens escaping conflict zones, there are... more
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