The December solstice is upon us and your kids are on winter break. Understanding the proven benefits of outdoor educational experiences, you are hoping to prevent learning loss that can occur over the span of the two to three weeks. However with busy schedules,...
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Like a lot of dutiful Canadians, you’re probably looking for a place to make a charitable contribution at this time of the year. There’s certainly no shortage of programs to consider, but unless you have a cause that hits especially close to home you may...
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While any time of the year is a good time to do some good in your community, a lot of people take a moment at this point in the year to reflect on how they can help make a difference. However, with so many opportunities being presented to you, it can be hard to make...
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It’s that time of the year again. Pumpkins are everywhere, just as colourful and nearly as plentiful as the fallen leaves of autumn. However, unlike the leaves, old pumpkins can leave you with a bit of a headache when the time comes to retire them for the...
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If you’ve been following our International Days of Recognition calendar (2018) then you know that Universal Children’s Day is on the way. The UN sanctioned day advocates, promotes and celebrates children’s rights by opening dialogues and encouraging...
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For the past 3 years we have had the privilege to help numerous schools and libraries inspire children through the wonderous works of nature. How have we done this? Two ways we do this is through the Seeds of Inspiration and the Plant a Seed–Read! programs. We are...
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One of the best ways to introduce outdoor learning experiences for kids in your own community is through a school gardening program. In addition to developing horticultural knowledge and skills and providing a sustainable food resource, there are numerous benefits for...
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Summer is officially over and the forecast around British Columbia and the rest of Canada seems to concur. As the autumn and winter bring more rain (especially here in BC) many households and grade school classes head indoors to teach their kids. However, did you...
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We have provided guidance on how to keep summertime learning loss from holding your child back as they enter the new school year, but there’s another phenomenon you will want to watch out for as back to school season kicks in. Your children are about to spend up...
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Alison Stanley, our lead volunteer for the Foundation’s funded school garden recalls how the project started and now thrives. Through the help of various charities, not-for-profit organizations and civic-minded businesses, the school garden at École élémentaire...
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The summer in BC and other regions across Canada is unfortunately known as forest fire season. And as the land becomes more densified, communities find themselves nearer to the threat than ever before, with local garden and urban farming plots becoming hot targets,...
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This query comes up more often than you may think. The reason for this, is that the general public is now seeing community gardens and urban farms sprouting up in the cities and towns in Canada more than ever before. This is good news since community gardens help ease...
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The summer is forecast to be a long and dry one here in BC and in many places across Canada. While this is good news for households enjoying the lakes, rivers, and coastlines of the country, it poses a bit of a concern for those hoping to keep their community garden...
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We recently published an important article about how to reduce food waste in your home, touching on the topic of how to eat to beat the ‘best before’ date. However, it is within the best before that bears further investigation. The National...
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Another recently funded school garden of the Foundation is École Peter Greer Elementary at Lake Country, BC. Read about their Outdoor Garden – Our Learning Journey story from the perspective of Clint Maltais, the school’s dynamic grade 5 and 6 teacher and quotes...
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In partnership with Port Weller Public School, Peanut Mill and the District School Board of Niagara, we’re happy to let you know that our funded school garden in Ontario is growing and thriving! Read on to see how Katie Wood, our lead project volunteer and her...
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Another UN-recognized international day of celebration is upon us, as World Oceans Day 2018 (Friday, June 8) approaches. The event serves as a reminder about how important the oceans are to our fragile global ecosystem, and that together we need to do all that we can...
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When you consider that food insecurity remains to be a real concern in Canada, it can be frustrating to hear that recent data names our country as one of the biggest wasters of food on the planet. Food waste also contributes to greenhouse gas emissions and...
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Are you and your family about to undertake an annual spring cleaning? You can use this household event as a means add some inspiring touches to your local community garden. In removing some of the clutter from your home, you can identify items that can be repurposed...
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Jessica Hill, one of the Foundation’s garden expert offers her expertise on how to prepare your garden for spring. Get your tips here. Spring is in the air! How to Prepare Your Garden for Spring It’s that exciting time of year again, the ground is beginning to warm...
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