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The Elements Society is proud to launch Find Educational Resources Now (FERN)—a dynamic, centralized platform that connects educators and learners with environmental education programs across British Columbia and Alberta (for now!). FERN supports educators in fostering environmental literacy, resilience, and nature-connectedness, particularly in early childhood education. The interactive online hub features accessible, research-informed tools, lesson...

Elements Society is a Canadian non-profit organization dedicated to inspiring environmental action through education. By employing an interdisciplinary, systems-thinking approach, the organization highlights the interconnectedness of the natural world and our role within it. The Elements Society website offers a rich collection of resources—including lesson plans, professional development opportunities, and impact reports—designed to promote sustainability...

Nature Companion (https://www.naturecompanion.ca) is a free (no ads, no sign-up) app/website introducing many of the plants and animals found in Canada’s four western provinces. In just one app, you’ll find basic information about over 300 common plants, trees, birds, animals, insects, reptiles, and amphibians....

EcoFriendly West is an online publication celebrating the people, places, organizations, and projects that are playing a positive role in addressing environmental issues and protecting and maintaining nature in Canada's 4 western provinces. Like us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter or Mastodon, or subscribe by email at https://ecofriendlywest.ca/...

EverActive Schools is a registered national charity designed to create and support healthy school communities. They engage and support schools through the Comprehensive School Health framework, which addresses health and education goals to improve the social outcomes of children and youth in Alberta. They offer professional development opportunities for teachers and administrators including different workshops, self-guided...

Alberta Orienteering Association is the provincial sport organization representing orienteering in Alberta. Their vision is that Albertans of all ages and abilities, from recreational participants to elite athletes, recognize and enjoy orienteering as a rewarding outdoor navigational sport that builds physical and mental capacity to stay active for life. They offer several programs for children and...

Vivo for Healthier Generations is a charity on a mission to inspire a wholistic mindset for healthy living. They believe that play can transform your life for the better! They also provide numerous research resources to get people moving and connecting more. They have a variety of programs and services including registered fitness programs, swimming and...

The Alberta Recreation & Parks Association has a series of tools to support municipalities in creating Play Declarations; formal, signed commitments for communities/municipalities to share a vision for play. Resources include 'how-to' guides, video presentations and executive summaries for use with decision-makers, and webinar presentations for practitioners (featuring a quote from OPC Chair Dr. Mark...

Ever Active Schools, based out of Edmonton, Alberta, put together a number of resources to support parents and teachers in promoting the health, well-being, and physical activity of students during the COVID-19 pandemic. Resources include a Youtube playlist of 60+ activities for daily physical activity, health and well-being, physical education lesson plans, as well as...

The Alberta Orienteering Association has put together the Neighborhood Adventure, a self-guided adventure for kids and families to get outdoors for some fun in their local neighborhoods. The adventure involves creating a map of your neighborhood, planning a route, and completing challenges online. Learn more and get started on the Neighborhood Adventure here....