curriculum

for net-zero

Reducing greenhouse gases is essential for a sustainable future in Canada. This truth is the cornerstone of our lessons. Introduce or enhance climate education in your classroom by prioritizing the solutions and critical thinking that students need to act on climate issues N:OW.

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Carbon Sources and Sinks

Introductory Lessons

Grade 7, Grade 8, Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11, Grade 12

SK, ON, AB, NL, BC/YK, NS, NB, MB, PEI, QC, NU, NWT

This multi-activity lesson package offers a number of choices for learners to explore the carbon cycle. Based on grade and subject, learners will complete a suitable activity to learn about carbon sinks and sources.
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Climate Crisis: In Canadian Context

Introductory Lessons

Grade 7, Grade 8, Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11, Grade 12

SK, ON, AB, NL, BC/YK, NS, NB, MB, PEI, QC, NU, NWT

This multi-activity lesson offers a number of choices for learners to explore the climate crisis and how it affects Canada. Based on grade and subject, learners will complete a suitable activity to learn about the present and future impacts... read more

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Reducing Energy & Emissions

Introductory Lessons

Grade 7, Grade 8, Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11, Grade 12

SK, ON, AB, NL, BC/YK, NS, NB, MB, PEI, QC, NU, NWT

Students will learn about the three main stages of reducing the energy use and emissions of their homes and schools. The three main stages, in order of priority, are reducing energy waste, improving energy efficiency, and implementing renew... read more

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The Greenhouse Gas Effect

Introductory Lessons

Grade 7, Grade 8, Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11, Grade 12

SK, ON, AB, NL, BC/YK, NS, NB, MB, PEI, QC, NU, NWT

Students will be introduced to the greenhouse gas effect, the common types of greenhouse gases, and how they are produced through human activity. There is also an opportunity to engage in an experiment to see how human-produced CO2 in the a... read more

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What is Net-Zero?

Introductory Lessons

Grade 7, Grade 8, Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11, Grade 12

SK, ON, AB, NL, BC/YK, NS, NB, MB, PEI, QC, NU, NWT

Students will learn about the meanings of net-zero and “drawdown” and how they relate to carbon emissions and climate change. They will also engage in an activity demonstrating the cons of carbon offsetting being used as a primary net-z... read more

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Adopting Better Transportation

High Speed Rail

Technology, Careers

Transportation

Grade 12

The class will learn about high-speed rail and its role in the current green landscape as well as the more ambitious and futuristic applications. Students will be tasked with making a case study about a region of the world that has a succes... read more

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Bamboo Who?

Bamboo Production

English/Language Arts

Carbon Sinks

Grade 9

This lesson has been designed for students to learn the importance of bamboo production and how this solution can help us achieve net-zero. Students will read several articles that will allow them to explore this solution and what it can me... read more

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Bicycle Infrastructure; Around the World and In My City

Bicycle Infrastructure

Science

Transportation

Grade 7

BC/YK

Choosing to cycle as a form of transportation contributes to Canada’s carbon goals and is something students can take immediate action on. There are ways communities can construct bicycle infrastructure to improve the safety, efficiency, ... read more

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Insulation Testing - Thermal Conductivity Lab

Building Envelopes

Green Buildings

Grade 7, Grade 8, Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11, Grade 12

SK, ON, AB, NL, BC/YK, NS, NB, MB, PEI, QC, NU, NWT

Students will learn about the meaning and importance of the building envelope in the context of our Canadian climate and net-zero. Students will perform an investigation comparing various materials to determine the physical properties of go... read more

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