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What should environmental education look like in 20 years?

In a few weeks we'll send this message to the government about what environmentally literate students,  their teachers AND their schools - look like!

It's just a page - please take a look. 

Do you agree with what we've written? 

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Send a message to the government that environmental education is important!             

Want to help your organization deliver on its education mission?  Help improve Alberta's education system!

ACEE and Alberta Education are hosting two workshops, one in Calgary October 28 and the second in Edmonton October 29.

Click here to learn more.
 
Alberta Ecotrust - Maximizing Engagement 2010
November 9 - Calgary
November 10 - Edmonton

Are you unsure of the best way to reach out to your community? Are you confused about when, if and how you can "advocate" for your cause? Tired of multi-stakeholder processes? Join us for a full-day workshop on engaging with members, stakeholders, and other constituents.

Click here to learn more and to register.
 
Alberta Ecotrust - Upcoming Webinar

Grant Seeking for Water Groups
October 14 11:30-1:00
Free webinar, registration required.
 
Force of Nature - The David Suzuki Movie
A movie about David Suzuki's life, Canada's most recognized and passionate environmental leader plays in Calgary and Edmonton on October 15. Click here for clips from the movie and locations.
 
Waste Reduction Week is October 18-24
This is a national initiative that focuses our attention on the waste we produce and how everyone can contribute to decreasing their output.WRW Logo
 
Lethbridge NatureFest 2010
Congratulations to the environmental education community in Southern Alberta who are educating about the environment through the NatureFest!

If you are going to be in the Lethbridge area October 10-20, be sure to check out some of their events.
 
October is International Walk to School Month                  
In 2009, 40 countries participated. Here are some resources to help you get involved in this initiative that combines environment, health and community.

  • Read our most recent blog post and see pictures of a walking school bus initiative in Canmore.
  • SHAPE is a provincial organization promoting safe routes to school. They have a Walking School Bus manual for Alberta schools.
 
Writers Needed
The Global, Environmental,and Outdoor Education Council (GEOEC) is looking for submissions for the next issue of Connections. The theme is Classroom and Community Projects. Submissions can be made to Lara Fenton at lfenton@ualberta.ca.
ON-LINE FINDS
Green Heroes - Hockey players, musicians and race car drivers?
These short videos tell the stories of national and international green heroes, famous and unknown. The list includes Sarah Harmer (musician), Andrew Ference (Boston Bruins) and Leilani Munter (race car driver). You can also nominate your own heroes for future episodes.
This site has some fantastic recordings of their past training sessions that cover everything from fundraising, improving your newsletters, using social media and much more. Best of all, it is free!
J.B Harkin Medal for Conservation
The Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society is handing out this award November 12 in Calgary at a gala dinner with Dr. Stephen Herrero as guest speaker.
For more information visit:  www.abcee.org
Questions or comments? Please contact christina@abcee.org.