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Parks Canada
Protect and presenting nationally significant natural and cultural heritage, and fostering public understanding, appreciation, and enjoyment in ways that ensure their ecological and commemorative integrity for present and future generations. Contributing staff time to advance #NatureForAll
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Canadian Parks Council
Ensures that Canadians can continue to be proud of the role parks and protected areas play in preserving our country’s natural capital.
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Canadian Wildlife Federation
Seeks to conserve, and inspire the conservation of, Canada’s wildlife and habitats for the use and enjoyment of all. CWF is building new constituencies for conservation through their activities such as: Canada Conservation Corps, Family Nature Clubs, and Bioblitz.
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Canadian Museum of Nature
A national leader and an important international contributor in the field of collection-based scientific research.
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Canadian Parks Council
Ensures that Canadians can continue to be proud of the role parks and protected areas play in preserving our country’s natural capital.
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Commission canadienne pour l'UNESCO
The Canadian Commission for UNESCO (CCUNESCO) helps Canadians share knowledge locally and globally in order to create better societies and build peace in the minds of men and women. To do so, the Commission facilitates cooperation in the fields of education, science, culture, communication and information to address some of the most complex challenges facing the world today. With its initiatives and networks, CCUNESCO supports the United Nations 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and other UNESCO priorities.
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Ontario Parks
Ontario Parks protects provincially significant elements of the natural and cultural landscape of the Province of Ontario (Canada) and maintains biodiversity while offering opportunities for inspiration and recreation.
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Parks Canada
Protect and presenting nationally significant natural and cultural heritage, and fostering public understanding, appreciation, and enjoyment in ways that ensure their ecological and commemorative integrity for present and future generations. Contributing staff time to advance #NatureForAll
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Parks New Brunswick
Actively promotes and supports a culture of wellness - both human and environmental, creating inclusive &active communities, fostering grassroots and educational engagement from early childhood through post-secondary to seniors.
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Canadian Association of Zoos and Aquariums
A private charitable organization representing Canada's leading zoological parks and aquariums. CAZA is committed to the advancement of accredited zoos and aquariums as humane agencies of animal welfare, conservation, science and education.
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Canadian Museum of Nature
A national leader and an important international contributor in the field of collection-based scientific research.
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Collège Lionel-Groulx
Le Collège Lionel-Groulx est un collège d'enseignement général et professionnel situé à Sainte-Thérèse, dans la province du Québec au Canada.
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Royal Ontario Museum
Showcases art, culture, and nature from around the globe and across the ages. The Royal Ontario Museum (ROM) plays a vital role in advancing our global understanding of the artistic, cultural and natural world.
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Ocean Wise
Inspires people in every corner of the planet to participate in creating healthy oceans. Connecting youth and adults around the world to the ocean through its aquarium facilities, curriculum and mobile programs, online learning and its public engagement events.
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8 80 Cities
Improves the quality of life for people in cities by bringing citizens together to enhance mobility and public space to create more vibrant, healthy, and equitable communities.
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Alberta Recreation and Parks Association
Through this initiative, we are encouraging people to go outside and experience nature in any way that they please.
Alberta Wilderness Association
Working throughout Alberta to secure a network of protected landscapes and conservation of wilderness for more than 50 years.
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Back to Nature Network
A diverse and growing group of over 100 organizations uniting to build capacity to connect children, youth and families with nature in meaningful ways. Actively working across sectors to advance the health and wellbeing benefits of getting kids outdoors into nature every day.
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Canadian Network for Environmental Education and Communication (EECOM)
Canada’s only national, bilingual, and charitable network for environmental learning. This growing network of members and national partners aim to build relationship and to share stories, strategies, tools and inspiration to foster connections between people and nature.
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Canadian Ocean Literacy Coalition
The Canadian Ocean Literacy Coalition (COLC) is a collective, impact-oriented community of diverse organizations, institutions, networks, and individuals across Canada that is leveraging the strengths of all members to establish a coordinated strategic path to advance ocean literacy in Canada.
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Canadian Parks and Recreation Association
Dedicated to realizing the full potential of parks and recreation as a major contributor to community health and vibrancy.
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Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society
Canada’s only nationwide charity dedicated solely to the protection of our public land, freshwater and oceans, and ensuring our parks are managed to protect the nature within them. Works to encourage Canadians to connect with, and support the protection of Canada’s irreplaceable wilderness
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Canadian Society of Landscape Architects
The Canadian Society of Landscape Architects (CSLA) is a professional organization with 2,348 landscape architect members, 615 associate (or intern) members and 669 student of landscape architecture members. As the voice of the profession in Canada, the CSLA is an advocate for its members on issues such as urban design, urban renewal, sustainable development, human health and well-being, climate change and cultural heritage.
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Canadian Wildlife Federation
Seeks to conserve, and inspire the conservation of, Canada’s wildlife and habitats for the use and enjoyment of all. CWF is building new constituencies for conservation through their activities such as: Canada Conservation Corps, Family Nature Clubs, and Bioblitz.
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Child and Nature Alliance of Canada
A charitable organization that aspires to foster meaningful connections to the outdoors for children and youth. This mission is rooted in the belief that all children and youth should have the opportunity to play and learn in forests, parks, meadows, and mud puddlesis a charitable organization that aspires to foster meaningful connections to the outdoors for children and youth. This mission is rooted in the belief that all children and youth should have the opportunity to play and learn in forests, parks, meadows, and mud puddles
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Connecting Communities Association
Dedicated to increasing awareness about the importance of sustainable development.
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David Suzuki Foundation
Collaborates with Canadians from all walks of life, including government and business, to conserve our environment and find solutions that will create a sustainable Canada through science-based research, education and policy work. One of their primary goals is to assist Canadians, especially youth, to learn about their dependence on a healthy environment and the benefits of time in nature through outdoor education and opportunities.
Earth Rangers
Engages oover 175,000 members across Canada each year in activities that connect them with and promote the protection of nature through various programming.
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East Kootenay Invasive Species Council
Educates the community on the impact of invasive species by hosting community weed pulls and restoration events.
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Canadian Environmental Grant Makers Network
Environment Funders Canada (formerly Canadian Environmental Grantmakers Network – CEGN) is a national network of philanthropic foundations and other organizations that support efforts to transition toward a more sustainable world. Our members work with non government organizations, community groups and other charitable organizations to develop and deliver programs that can make our communities healthier and more resilient, while protecting vital ecosystem services and the natural world.
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Flying Squirrel Adventures
We take people (general public) outside on monthly nature outings in our local area. We also work with local community partners to offer tailored outings for specific groups e.g. women and girls, marginalized/under priviledged families, toddlers, etc. We also have a Field Guide project through iNaturalist that allows people to get to know the flora and fauna of a local old-growth forest and an annual nature party. We are hands-on, on the ground.
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Hamilton Naturalists' Club
Hamilton Naturalists' Club has been protecting nature since being founded in 1919. It is a human voice for our wildlife and natural areas with over 600 members.
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Humans for Peace Institution
We work hard to promote clean space for youth and kids to understand the nature they live in and try to protect it.
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Humber Arboretum and Centre for Urban Ecology
We offer an initiative called Nature for All to provide subsidized access to the Humber Arboretum’s family, school and child/youth programming our local communities
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KidActive
Building healthier children, communities and environments for every child's well-being through outdoor play, learning outside and active transportation.
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Learning for a Sustainable Future (LSF)
LSF's mission is to promote, through education, the knowledge, skills, values, perspectives and practices essential to a sustainable future. LSF’s goal is to work with educators, students, parents, government, community members and business leaders to integrate the concepts and principles of sustainable development into education policy, school curricula, teacher education, and lifelong learning across Canada.
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Little Ray's Nature Centres
Promotes backyard conservation of animals in our own cities. The accredited zoo runs a number of endangered species breeding programs and educational programming. The zoo is also one of the largest suppliers of museum exhibits showcasing animals, their habitats, and the threats they face.
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MEC Outdoor Nation
Dedicated to getting young people outside and active. Through community events, partnerships, granting opportunities and a bustling online community, Outdoor Nation connects like-minded people, supports innovative projects and inspires young Canadians of all backgrounds to try new things outside.
Native Plant Society of Saskatchewan
Offer opportunities to connect with nature such as workshops, tours, conferences and other learning events throughout the year. Including a strong native plant education program that works with all ages of students to engage and empower them to become involved in nature initiatives and issues. We also collaborate with other environmental organizations on projects that range from creating social change to on-the-ground conservation of species and spaces.
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Nature Alberta
A strong voice for the greater appreciation and conservation of Alberta’s natural environment. Through its core programs, Nature Alberta is helping Albertan’s of all ages learn about, appreciate and develop a connection with our province’s natural heritage.
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Nature Canada
Focuses on effecting change on issues of national significance including citizen science initiatives, urban nature initiatives, building a national network of conservation organizations, building a network of volunteers to care for critical natural habitat sites across Canada and being a voice for nature.
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Nature Conservancy of Canada
Protects areas of natural diversity for their intrinsic value and for the benefit of our children and grandchildren.
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Nature Labs
Works to tackle environmental literacy in Canadian high schools, using immersive storytelling to bring to life an innovative digital ecosystem of curated resources designed for inquiry-based, exploratory learning. Across four subjects, Nature Labs uses biodiversity as a real-world example of course lessons in order to foster a sense of shared ownership of the challenges we face in creating a better balance between people and nature.
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NatureKids BC
Helps children and their families get outdoors to explore, play, learn about and take action for nature. Envisions children developing a love of nature, a lifelong connection to the natural world, and having environmental literacy and skills to take action for nature.
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Ocean School
Ocean School develops videos, virtual reality, augmented reality, and corresponding activities to help promote ocean literacy throughout Canada and worldwide.
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Ontario Biodiversity Council
As part of its vision to encourage people to value, protect and enhance biodiversity, Council works to engage people, reduce threats, enhance resilience and improve knowledge
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Ontario Water Centre
Shaping a sustainable future by (re)connecting young people, their families and communities with nature through transformative experiences. Runs programs that provide place-based experiential educational opportunities to youth through school-linked programming, camps, and volunteer programs.
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Outdoor Council of Canada
The Outdoor Council of Canada (OCC) is a nationally incorporated, non-profit, member-owned organization. The OCC was founded to promote universal access to outdoor education and recreation. We seek to be a trusted umbrella organization for the outdoor sector and promote the integration of outdoor education and activity into the Canadian Identity.
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Outdoor Play Canada
A network of leaders and organizations working together to galvanize an outdoor play movement across Canada.
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Outward Bound Canada
Cultivating resilience, leadership, connections and compassion, through inspiring and challenging journeys of self-discovery in the natural world
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Park People
Helps people activate the power of parks, giving people what they need to leverage their parks to shape their city, contribute to their community and improve their quality of life.
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Planet Protector Academy
Through story, music, interactive media and live theatre, Planet Protector Academy creates inclusive, meaningful, and full-throttle experiences that children adore and that instill positive environmental values in their hearts – and in their actions. After experiencing our programs, kids feel energized, happy, and eager to put into practice what they have learned!
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Polar Bears International
A science-based non-profit dedicated to the research and conservation of wild polar bears. As part of the efforts to protect polar bears and their sea ice habitat, we have wide-ranging educational programs that reach millions of people each year.
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Project Learning Tree Canada
A non-profit organization that educates adults and youth about forests, natural resources, and the environment. It is an initiative of the Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI).
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rare Charitable Research Reserve
The rare Charitable Research Reserve is an urban land trust and environmental institute, with its first four locations protecting almost 1,000 acres of highly sensitive lands. Since inception, rare has taken care of the land on behalf of the community through the use of Western tools in conservation, research and education.
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Robert Bateman Foundation
Showcases more than 100 works by Robert Bateman, spanning his seven decades as one of Canada’s premier wildlife artists. The Foundation and Centre engages the public to explore their relationship with the environment and pay homage to the majesty of nature.
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Royal Canadian Geographical Society
Encourages children and youth to explore their world through the work of Canadian Geographic Education, the standing educational committee, and the general public through their flagship publications
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Saskatchewan Prairie Conservation Action Plan (SK PCAP)
The Saskatchewan Prairie Conservation Action Plan (SK PCAP) Partnership brings together 30 agencies and organizations representing producers, industry, provincial and federal governments, environmental non-government organizations, research and educational institutions working towards a common vision of prairie conservation in Saskatchewan, Canada.
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Scouts Canada
Bringing a world of adventure, outdoor experience, friendship and fun to 17 million Canadian youth. Scouts have fun youth- led adventures discovering new things and experiences they wouldn’t discover elsewhere. Along the way they develop into capable, confident and well-rounded individuals, better prepared for success in the world.
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Sea Smart
Sea Smart is a charity that delivers innovative, engaging education programs based on science and current ocean issues to empower youth to be environmental champions in Metro Vancouver. Sea Smart uses fun, hands-on games and activities to teach youth in Kindergarten to Grade 12 about current issues impacting our oceans and get them brainstorming solutions in our online programs, school programs, after school programs, and summer camps.
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Students on Ice
Established in 2000 with the mandate to educate the world’s youth about the importance of the Polar Regions, to support their continued growth and to inspire initiatives that contribute to global sustainability. Students on Ice is committed to creating transformational moments that lead to lifelong personal connections with it by leading youth on life-changing, educational expeditions to the polar regions; by educating the world's youth on the importance of the polar regions; and by empowering them to share their stories and their value for nature with the world.
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Sustainable Forestry Initiative
Believes that raising awareness of forests and the value they bring to our everyday lives will increase interest in responsible forestry. Engaging diverse stakeholders to connect and experience forests and nature will increase interest in conserving our forests.
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Take Me Outside
We encourage teachers and educators to take students outside for playing, learning and connecting to nature. We have several annual campaigns to do that.
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TakingITGlobal
A charity devoted to harnessing the power technology to advance sustainable development, human rights and youth development, who also understands the importance of disconnecting and getting out into nature to experience the majestic beauty of the natural world. Committed to empowering young people to experience and protect nature and to enabling organizations working towards this goal to connect and collaborate through our platforms.
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The Starfish
Celebrates and amplifies environmental, solutions-based stories across Canada, with a focus on youth-based initiatives. In addition to providing a national platform for young Canadians to submit stories on sustainability, The Starfish Canada runs a series of environmental workshops and their flagship program, Top 25 Environmental Under 25.
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Water Rangers
Empowers citizens to learn and take action on water conservation through our user-friendly web platform, water stewardship training, and water quality testkits. By making water science fun and easy to understand, our users will grow their appreciation for nature!
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Yukon Wildlife Preserve
Our mission is to connect our visitors to the natural world by being a living centre of Yukon's species. Our vision is to see informed voices that speak for the natural world.
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Exploring By The Seat of Your Pants
Exploring By The Seat Of Your Pants aims to inspire the next generation of scientists, explorers and conservationists. We do this by bringing science, exploration, adventure and conservation into classrooms through virtual speakers and field trips with leading experts across the globe.
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A for Adventure
A marketing company for adventure! Producing content to inspire people of all ages to explore the natural world. Creating a culture of adventure, so that people will be healthier, have more of a connection to our planet and want to help protect it through story telling and leading by example.
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Agents of Discovery
Empowers educators to transform the whole world into an engaging, active, and safe learning environment. We are focused on getting youth active and getting excited about exploring the outdoors through mobile gaming.
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Backcountry Wok
Backcountry Wok is a social enterprise that sell dehydrated multi-cultural camping meals in compostable packaging. Just add hot water into our heat resistant pouch, wait 20 minutes and ready to eat! Compost bags after use, which reduces the impact on the environment, one compostable bag at a time. We are also committed to environmental sustainability, ensuring #NatureForAll including future generations.
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GirlGoneGood
GirlGoneGood revolves around wellness and wilderness. It focuses, among other things, on responsible recreation, awareness, respect for nature, inclusivity, accessibility (including new resources coming for new hikers, children, persons with mobility challenges, etc), connecting with others and the outdoors, and community spirit.
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Motivated by Nature
Motivated by Nature is Susanne Heaton, an engaging, passionate and inspiring speaker. Combining her experience as an author, adventure seeker and corporate executive, she makes learning effortless through stories and analogies with relevant and easy to remember content.
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Royal Botanical Gardens
Known as Canada's plant biodiversity hotspot, we steward 1,100 hectares of Carolinian forest, Great Lakes coastal wetlands, remnant prairies and formal gardens in the Niagara Escarpment World Biosphere Reserve, in the heart of Canada's most populous area.
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The Everyday Nature Project
Conducted in association with the Institute for Resources, Environment, and Sustainability, University of British Columbia, involves people answering a single question ‘what does nature mean for you?’. Through photographs and narrations, The Everyday Nature intends to give a face and voice to nature and natural resources.
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True Nature Toronto
True Nature Toronto's mission is to connect people to nature in an urban setting and to promote respect for and protection of our natural environment and all of its inhabitants. Our vision is to inspire appreciation for and provoke awe of our own true nature, by rediscovering our innate capacity to connect with nature through all of our senses.
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