Workshop Description: From the ground up Indigenous peoples from the Northeast Woodlands have contributed numerous scientific discoveries that are applied in STEM. Delve into the unique aspects of being an oral history people and discover how First Nations communicated their science and ways of knowing. We will also explore the methods used to preserve this knowledge for future generations through wampum.

Prep/Materials:

• Follow along with these questions, or answer them as a class after the workshop!

> Watch this workshop recording (from Oct 29)

Learn more about Brad Howie and Manoomin Learning

Workshop Description: This workshop looks at the impact invasive species have had on culturally significant trees in Mi’kma’ki and the effect of this on certain art forms and traditions. It also provides students with knowledge of how to identify and report invasive species to prevent their spread and minimize further damage. This workshop uses two-eyed seeing to apply western conservation concepts to protect threatened species that are significant to L’nu in Mi’kma’ki.

Prep/Materials:

Check out these links:

• The Invasive Species Centre has good information and resources
• PlayCleanGo is a project that has free educator resources and student workbooks
• Government of Canada Citizen Science Portal is a compilation of numerous different citizen science initiatives across Canada, some of which are related to the tracking of invasive species

> Watch this workshop recording (from Nov 1) 

Learn more about Shad Canada

Workshop Description: Lets learn about the interconnection with the forest and how this ecosystem collaborates, is kind, and is generous.  How might we consider plants as our teachers and reclaim the interconnection of our more-than-human-kin who guide us and also give up their lives for us.  Why are the Rooted Nations (trees) so important, and how might they be able to help and support us?

Prep/Materials Needed:

• Students should have paper & a writing utensil 
• Watch this overview (2.5 min) of Mycorrhiza – the living community between plants and fungi
• Check out The Mother Tree Project, a research initiative working with BC First Nations to explore innovative strategies for enhancing carbon storage, protecting biodiversity, and promoting forest regeneration in a rapidly changing environment 

> Watch this workshop recording (from Nov 6)

LoriAnn Bird is an Indigenous Metis herbalist and educator  who introduces folks to wild, native and medicinal plants, sharing knowledge and the interconnection with all that exists.

Workshop Description: This event will be in the style of a quiz night, with teams competing in environmental trivia! Classrooms can compete against each other, or you can divide into teams within your classroom. Topics include Recycling, Traditional Ecological Knowledge, Sustainability, and Climate Change.

Prep/Materials Needed:

• Split the classes into groups of of 4-6 students
• Each team will need pen and paper to write guesses to the questions
• Each team may choose a team name to add to the fun!

> Watch this workshop recording (from Nov 12th)

Learn more about Green Action Centre

Workshop Description: The VIDEA team will be sharing each of their respective stories, highlighting the diversity of ways that they take climate action in their everyday lives and how they are working together to center Indigenous knowledge. As a case study, they’ll explore their efforts to reconnect with the North Saskatchewan River through youth-led restoration work.

Prep/Materials Needed:

• none

> Watch this workshop recording (from Nov 14)
> Check out VIDEA’s Learning Resources on climate justice

Learn more about VIDEA

Workshop Description: So you’ve participated in the workshops and learned about all kinds of climate issues… Now what? Our Action Project Planning workshop will show you what an Action Project looks like and help you consider your interests and skills, your sphere of influence, and the root causes of the issue so you can take on the best Action Project ever!

Materials/Prep:

• Please print this worksheet (double-sided) – 1 copy per student
• You can host your own version of our Kahoot game here, or just follow along in your class & keep your own score!

> Watch this workshop recording (from Nov 26)

Next Steps:

• Check out the Engaging Students in Sustainable Action Projects Guide
• Request your $1,000 Action Project grant!