WALKtober
WALKtober
Walktober is an annual event in which we encourage kids to walk to school at least once a week during the month of October. Not only does it provide activity before and after the school day, it removes the car trips normally taken to get to school. After a summer of poor air quality, I think we can all agree that less emissions are desperately needed. For older students, 12 and up, it also fosters independence.
How can I participate?
Sign up here to receive our new updated activity kit for kids age 7-14. Folks who sign up have a chance to win some prizes (check back as we update!)
We also encourage teachers or parents to track kilometres that their kids/students walk during the month. Submit your kilometre tracking sheet to asrts@greenactioncentre.ca to be considered for a prize! This activity is great for high school students as well! Prizes are high school friendly!
Prize categories
Registration Prize
Most Kilometres - Family
Most Kilometres - Classroom
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Sustainable Workplace Commuting Year Round
Another successful Commuter Challenge has come and gone, and to keep that momentum strong, we're challenging you to some year round commuting challenges!
Vermicomposting 101
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Vermicomposting 101
No yard or space for an outdoor compost bin? No problem! Vermi-composting is an easy and compact way to reduce your waste. Learn the basics behind composting with Red Wriggler worms, including setting up a bin, feeding your worms, keeping them healthy, and harvesting your finished compost.
Commuter Friendly Workplace
Learn the basic steps to create a friendlier environment for employees to walk, bike, take transit, carpool or telecommute. Tap into resources to help meet your sustainability or corporate social responsibility (CSR) mandate, increase employee health and wellness, or simply find a better way to get to work.
Commuter Friendly Workplace
Learn the basic steps to create a friendlier environment for employees to walk, bike, take transit, carpool or telecommute. Tap into resources to help meet your sustainability or corporate social responsibility (CSR) mandate, increase employee health and wellness, or simply find a better way to get to work.
Backyard Composting 101
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Backyard Composting 101
Composting is a great way to reduce waste and at the same time reduce your environmental footprint. Learn how to recycle your kitchen scraps and yard waste into a rich natural soil amendment. Learn the benefits of composting, how to get started, key factors for successful composting, and how to use your finished compost.