Coastal wetlands can help countries strengthen their economies, enhance the lives and livelihoods of their people, protect biodiversity, and help to achieve international climate commitments.
Scroll down to explore an overview (with images) of grasslands, including why these ecosystems matter, current threats to Canada's grasslands and action being taken to conserve this ecosystem.
The virtual field trips and activities on this website will help spring any classroom into action! The focus is on dead zones- what they are, how to fix them, and how to prevent them.
Existing in rain shadows of mountain ranges without a lot of precipitation, temperate grassland ecosystems are dominated by grasses and grass-like species which have adapted to flourish in the spring
Coral can be found in tropical ocean waters around the world. But how much do you know about reefs and the tiny animals—polyps—that build them? Learn all about the coral reef ecosystem
Rainforests are home to over half of the world's plant and animal species. Learn about tropical and temperate rainforests, how they contribute to the global ecosystem, and the conservation efforts being done to protect these biomes.
Derived from the Finnish word tunturia, meaning treeless or barren land, tundra is the coldest and driest of all biomes. But many hardy flora and fauna live here
Wetlands or marshes work like giant sponges, absorbing and filtering water. In this 30 minute video, you'll learn lots about why they are important to us
There are two main types of aquatic ecosystems: freshwater and saltwater. The main difference between these two ecosystems is, you guessed it, saltiness. Oceans, rivers, swamps, bogs, and streams are all aquatic ecosystems.
The Boreal Forest Biome, often referred by its original Russian name as simply the Taiga. Let's explore the taiga, what it is exactly, discover the climate influences that make it this way, and find out where it is
Grasslands and savannahs play a vital role in feeding the world, providing a home to wildlife and nature all across the world, and mitigating climate change. But they are often overlooked and remain low on political agendas.
25% of the world’s land area is owned or occupied by indigenous peoples. But while their tradition knowledge is recognized, it is rarely taken into account by researchers and policymakers.
A keystone species helps define an entire ecosystem. Without its keystone species, the ecosystem would be dramatically different or cease to exist altogether. Learn who some of the keystone species are.
Reintroducing gray wolves to Yellowstone National Park resulted in an unexpected trophic cascade through the ecosystem. We now understand that they are a keystone species.
Students learn a simple technique for quantifying the amount of photosynthesis that occurs in a given period of time, using a common water plant (Elodea).
Looking for a science experiment that visualizes how photosynthesis works? Check out this simple outdoor science project that requires very few materials and can be done at home or school!
Photosynthesis is a part of the exchange between humans and plants. Amanda explains the process of photosynthesis, also discusses the relationship between photosynthesis and carbohydrates
Basic information about the four sacred medicines (tobacco, cedar, sage, and sweetgrass), and how they are used and kept. From an Anishinaabe perspective.
A Traditional Knowledge Keeper serves as a helper to the community on picking sage, including why and how to gather it using culturally aligned and reciprocal practices that honor and respect Mother Earth.
This is the last in our series on Indigenous sacred plants. Sage, along with sweetgrass, red cedar and tobacco, is one of the four plants considered sacred by First Nations and Métis Peoples.
Tobacco, one of the four (sweetgrass, sage and red cedar being the other three) sacred plants of Indigenous Peoples has a very long history and a conflicted present.
Over 95% of the species that ever existed on earth have gone extinct. So why should we be concerned about current extinction rates and conserving biodiversity? Find out here!
The RASC has developed formal guidelines and requirements for three types of light-restricted protected areas: Dark-Sky Preserves, Urban Star Parks and Nocturnal Preserves.
With large and diverse home ranges, the grizzly bear is an ecological umbrella species, meaning its presence on the landscape ensures a healthier ecosystem for countless other animals and plants.
The One Square Inch Project was started by Gordon Hempton, who began traveling around the country looking for places that met the criteria of 'quiet places'.
While all life has the right to exist, there are two groups of animals that are more important to an ecosystem than other animals. These are known as keystone species and the indicator species.
The Native American practice of cultural burning — or ‘good fire’ — can help our forests thrive. Listen to this discussion about cultural burning leading the way.
The Canada's Forests Teaching Kit Series booklets focus on educating youth about the value of forests and the importance of protecting and conserving them. Scroll down on this page
The CARE package is designed to be used for a variety lessons focused on environmental stewardship. Over 28 items will help you and your students explore ways to conserve energy and water, and reduce waste.
This resource from the David Suzuki foundation includes five cross-curricular lessons that inspire environmental stewardship in both the classroom and beyond.
Education resources including study guides, lesson plans, fact sheets, and class activities from Forests Ontario. Students can learn to take a forest inventory.
An immersive Minecraft world with standards-based lessons. Explore these resources for hands-on learning about ecosystems, conservation and biodiversity.
This kit contains 20 forest tools and a 1-page quick reference sheet. This resource kit was developed to support teachers in bringing forest careers to life in the classroom.
