Education & Workshops

Community Workshops

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EcoSuperior is excited to offer community workshops suitable for workplaces, youth programs, church groups and community organizations. Learn about waste reduction, efficient recycling, compostingor hosting a green event. Workshops can be tailored to your group size and needs – just ask!

Cost: $100/ 1hr workshop. *Natural Habits and *Beeswax Wrap Workshops are $125/presentation (up to 20 participants)

Recommended number of participants: 20

Supplies for presentations/activities are all included in the program fee.

 

 

Available Community Workshops

Click on each title for more information:

 

Natural Habits: Making safer choices about personal care products

Waste Reduction and Recycling Education: Learn how to reduce your waste and live a more sustainable lifestyle.

Composting: The basics of both indoor (vermicomposting) and backyard composting

Beeswax Wrap Workshop: Learn about our plastic habits and what actions you can take at home. We finish with a step-by-step DIY beeswax wrap workshop!

Green Events: Learn event planning that is better for your wallet and the environment

Re-Wilding for Wellness Forest Therapy: Nourishing us back to remembering our connection with the living landscape.

Book your workshop or contact us to learn more at
education@ecosuperior.org

School Programs

EcoSuperior is proud to offer an array of educational programs and services to our community. Explore the areas below to see how your workplace, school, friends, or family can get involved. 

Homeschool groups welcome! Connect with us to book your next program.

 

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Things to Consider:

  • The program fees for School Programs $100 per program/class.
  • Homeschool Groups & Organizations  - $100/program (up to 20 participants). Prices are subject to change depending on the number of participants and required staff (invoiced after the program is completed).
  • Supplies for presentations/activities are all included in the program fee. 
  • Natural Habits is $125/presentation (up to 20 participants)
  • Many programs have the opportunity to go outside!

Follow the links below for full program descriptions and curriculum links.

Elementary Presentations

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Biodiversity

  • Winter Walkers (Grades 1-3)
  • Pollinator Pals (Grades 1-8)
  • Invasive Species (Grades 6-8)

Waste Reduction

  • Early Bird Gets The Plastic (Grades 1-4)
  • Wild About Worms (Grades 1-8)
  • Packaging Analysis (Grades 5-8)

Water

  • Water Watchers (Grades 1-3)
  • Lake Superior Watershed: Keep it Superior (Grades 4-6)
  • Lake-To-Lake (Grades 7-8)

Active Transpostation

  • Sustainable Modes of Transportation (Grades 1-8)

Secondary Presentations

 

 

The associated grades are a recommendation as programs are developed using Ontario's Ministry of Education curriculum documents. Unsure if a program would be suitable for your class? Please contact us at education@ecosuperior.org and we can assist you.

 

 

School Program Bookings:

All program bookings are $100 for a one-hour outdoor, indoor, or virtual experiential presentation. Please contact our team with any questions at education@ecosuperior.org or by phone at (807) 624-2141.

Book a Program

Summer Day Camp

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Eco-Motion Day Camp

 

The Eco-Motion Day camp is a week long camp for 9–12-year olds; full of fun and engaging activities centred around cycling, walking, and taking public transit. Topics covered include pedestrian and traffic safety, proper helmet fit, bike maintenance, rules of the road, bike handling skills, and riding the city bus, all delivered in a fun, accessible, and safe manner.

 

Important Information

Participants must be between 9 and 12 years old and have access to an appropriate-size bicycle in good working condition. A properly fitting helmet is mandatory and if a replacement is required, one will be provided. Bike locks, bells, and high visibility gear will also be supplied. Participants should feel confident riding on two wheels.

Register here!

 

Parent Resources

"The kids had a fabulous time and said they wished the whole summer could be nature camp. The kids learned a lot [of] interesting things [and] they even gained more confidence on their bikes.  We will definitely register the kids next year for both weeks! Thank you very much for a great week."  

- Sarah A. 

"An excellent experience, two years in a row! 

- Chris T.

Lil Buds Playgroup

 

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EcoSuperior's education special for youth, Lil' Buds! 

This outdoor playgroup doubles as both a caregiver and little buddy program at our local Central Natural Environment Gardens. This environmental education program is perfect for youth ages 3-4 years old who are interested in outdoor learning as we explore the importance of plants, water, insects, and more.

Stay tuned for future dates!