Tracking the Blue Box
Everyone is curious about what happens to recyclables after they get picked up. Using samples and illustrations, this presentation tracks four common materials (paper, metal, glass, plastic) from blue box through re-processing to end use. With older students, we also critically consider the role of recycling as a resource conservation practice. Our most popular presentation.
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Composting Basics and Getting Started
Backyard composting is a cost effective method that is particularly appealing for gardening, as they’re able to use the finished product as organic fertilizer.
Composting Basics and Getting Started
Backyard composting is a cost effective method that is particularly appealing for gardening, as they’re able to use the finished product as organic fertilizer.
Protecting Mother Earth
Intended for First Nation classrooms, this presentation provides a basic understanding of Traditional Ecological Knowledge in relation to Indigenous worldviews – how we are connected with the planet and how we must find a harmonious balance with our environment for the sake of the next seven generations. This includes actions students can take at home, in school, or within their community. Examples will explore what other schools in First Nation communities around Manitoba are doing to reduce their impact on Mother Earth.
Protecting Mother Earth
Intended for First Nation classrooms, this presentation provides a basic understanding of Traditional Ecological Knowledge in relation to Indigenous worldviews – how we are connected with the planet and how we must find a harmonious balance with our environment for the sake of the next seven generations. This includes actions students can take at home, in school, or within their community. Examples will explore what other schools in First Nation communities around Manitoba are doing to reduce their impact on Mother Earth.
Household Cleaning Products
Household cleaning products are a significant source of chemical pollution both in our environment and in our work spaces. Get off the chemical treadmill with this presentation. Learn the benefits of reduced chemical dependence and explore practical, natural alternatives.
Household Cleaning Products
Household cleaning products are a significant source of chemical pollution both in our environment and in our work spaces. Get off the chemical treadmill with this presentation. Learn the benefits of reduced chemical dependence and explore practical, natural alternatives.
Composting For Schools
Is your school considering starting composting? Is your school currently composting and needs a refresher and pointers to ensure a successful program? Students will learn what composting is, why composting is important, and how to create an effective system. This presentation is ideal for your school's green team or composting team.
Composting For Schools
Is your school considering starting composting? Is your school currently composting and needs a refresher and pointers to ensure a successful program? Students will learn what composting is, why composting is important, and how to create an effective system. This presentation is ideal for your school's green team or composting team.
Bike Blender Rental
Bring something new to your next office party or event with Green Action Centre�s bike blender! Great for smoothies or frozen cocktails. This rental does not include Green Action Centre staff. Please email�asrts@greenactioncentre.ca�for availability and prices.
Bike Blender Rental
Bring something new to your next office party or event with Green Action Centre�s bike blender! Great for smoothies or frozen cocktails. This rental does not include Green Action Centre staff. Please email�asrts@greenactioncentre.ca�for availability and prices.
Winter Cycling 101
Are you ready to try winter cycling? Or extend your cycling season? Learn the ins and outs about what to wear, cold weather gear for your bike, and riding tips for snow and ice.
Winter Cycling 101
Are you ready to try winter cycling? Or extend your cycling season? Learn the ins and outs about what to wear, cold weather gear for your bike, and riding tips for snow and ice.