Green Schools Nova Scotia

Fri-YAY Group Webinar – Needs vs Wants
2025-12-05
🌟Fri-YAY: Needs vs Wants🌟
Mark your calendars for Friday December 5th, when we will embark on the journey of “Needs vs Wants”.
Life’s choices can sometimes be puzzling, especially when it comes to distinguishing what is truly a needed vs what we desire. That’s where we dive into Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs! Join us as we unravel the layers of human needs and how each unique identity shapes their requirements.
But wait, there’s more! We’ll take a deep dive into the world of wants and the art of moderation. Let’s uncover the secrets to responsible consumption paired with the joys of mindful living.
Join us for an interactive and thought-provoking session where we will share insights, engage in lively discussions, and learn to make conscious choices that align with our values. See you on December 5th for a virtual session that is sure to empower you with knowledge to make mindful choices in a world full of options.
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Winter Waste-Less Craftinar
2025-12-08 - 2025-12-19
Let’s get crafty! This holiday season we have a new, exciting craft to share with your students. We’re making Christmas cards!
We’re hosting virtual sessions for our Craftinar event from December 8th–19th. Offered in both English and French.
Interested in booking a session? Complete our sign-up form here!

Fri-YAY Group Webinar – Winter Waste-Less Craftinar
2025-12-19
❄️Fri-YAY: Winter Waste-Less Craftinar❄️
✨It is that magical time of year when love, warmth, and creativity come together. It is also the time of year for our Winter Waste-Less Craftinar! Join us on December 19th to sprinkle some extra joy into your holiday season!🌟
As we embrace the holiday spirit, let us also remember the importance of sustainability and mindful choices. ♻️ Join us for an enchanting session where we will explore how to create a gift while minimizing waste. 🎨
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Fri-YAY Group Webinar – Life Before Electricity
2026-01-16
⚡️ Fri-YAY: Life Before Electricity ⚡️
Explore what life was like before electricity! We will dive into the past to see how our previous way of life can give us ideas on how we can save electricity today! 🕰️
Where do we use electricity? Where does it come from? What was different back then compared to now? All of these questions and more will be answered in this interactive group webinar!
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Fri-YAY Group Webinar – Energy and Light
2026-01-23
⚡️ Fri-YAY: Energy and Light 💡
Get ready for an illuminating adventure with our Energy and Light session! 💡✨
Join us as we dive into the captivating world of energy and light. We will start by uncovering the secrets of energy 🔍, understanding its sources and significance ☀️, then we will turn our focus to the enchanting properties of light 💡. Through an engaging “Reflection or Refraction?” game, we will explore how light behaves and interacts with its surroundings.
We will also discuss the impact of excessive energy use and brainstorm ideas on how each of us can take simple yet impactful steps to use energy more wisely. 🌎💡
So mark your calendars for January 23rd and get ready to shine a light on energy awareness and sustainable choices! ✨🌱
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Virtual Field Trip - IKEA
2026-01-29 10:30 - 11:30 (America/Halifax)
Join us on Thursday January 29th at 10:30am for a virtual, behind-the-scenes look at IKEA!
Students will explore how IKEA saves energy, reduces waste, and uses innovative sustainability practices. A short video will be followed by a live Q&A about careers and how students can make a positive environmental impact.
🕥Time: 10:30am–11:30am
🎓 Grades: 6–12 (all welcome)
Classes may leave early if need. Recordings will also be offered if you cannot attend live.
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National Sweater Day
2026-02-04 - 2026-02-05
Time to get on your favourite cozy sweaters for National Sweater Day!
Join us in celebrating this day by opting for your comfiest sweater instead of raising your thermostat🌡️. Let’s stay warm this winter while also keeping the planet cool!
Did you know that by lowering the temperature just 1 degree, you can save over 300kg of carbon dioxide per year?! Now that’s a big impact for such a small change!🌿🌎
Interested in taking part? Sign-up here to join us on Wednesday February 4th and Thursday February 5th to turn down the heat and turn up the fun!

Fri-YAY Group Webinar - National Sweater Day
2026-02-06
🧣Fri-YAY: National Sweater Day🧣
Time to get on your favourite cozy sweaters for National Sweater Day!
Join us in celebrating this day by opting for your comfiest sweater instead of raising your thermostat🌡️. Let’s stay warm this winter while also keeping the planet cool!
Did you know that by lowering the temperature just 1 degree, you can save over 300kg of carbon dioxide per year?! Now that’s a big impact for such a small change!🌿🌎
Interested in taking part? Sign-up here to join us on Friday February 6th to turn down the heat and turn up the fun!

Green Valentine Craftinar
2026-02-09 - 2026-02-17
Get ready to love and learn with Green School’s Green Valentine Craftinar! 🌿💚
Looking for fun, green education mixed with hands-on crafting? Well look no further! Join us throughout the week of February 9th for an exciting session that blends, learning, hands-on activities, and energy-saving tips all in the spirit of Valentine’s Day.
Spread the love to our beautiful planet this February 🌎💕. Our Green Valentine Craftinar is all about celebrating the month of love, the eco-friendly way ♻️. It’s a fantastic opportunity for classrooms from all over Nova Scotia to come together and join in on the fun of loving our planet.
Sign-up here and let the green festivities begin! 💌🌱

Fri-YAY Group Webinar - Green Valentine Craftinar
2026-02-13
💚 Fri-YAY: Green Valentine Craftinar 💚
Get ready to love and learn with Green School’s Green Valentine Craftinar! 🌿💚
Looking for fun, green education mixed with hands-on crafting? Well look no further! Join us on Friday February 13th for an exciting session that blends, learning, hands-on activities, and energy-saving tips all in the spirit of Valentine’s Day.
Spread the love to our beautiful planet this February 🌎💕. Our Green Valentine Craftinar is all about celebrating the month of love, the eco-friendly way ♻️. It’s a fantastic opportunity for classrooms from all over Nova Scotia to come together and join in on the fun of loving our planet.
Sign-up here and let the green festivities begin! 💌🌱

Whale Week Craftinar
2026-02-17 - 2026-02-19
🌊 Whale Week Craftinar! 🐳
Join us from February 17th through February 19th to celebrate World Whale Day! 🐋
💡 Did you know that there are over 90 different species of whale? These aquatic giants sit at the top of the marine food chain and are an important part of our oceans’ ecosystems 🦐. Join us in celebrating these amazing creatures and help raise awareness around the risks they face.
Plastic has become an integral part of our lives, but its excessive use has led to significant environmental challenges, especially for our oceans 🐟. In this fun craftinar, we will take a deep dive into the impacts of excessive plastic use, and learn how we can reduce our plastic waste ♻️ to protect not only our oceans, but our whale friends as well. Be sure to bring your creativity, since we will be making an origami whale at the end! 💙
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Fri-YAY Group Webinar - Energy and Food
2026-02-20
⚡️ Fri-YAY: Energy and Food 🍏
Join us on Friday February 20th for a delicious discussion that goes beyond flavours and recipes. Let’s explore the great connection between energy and food in support of Canada Agriculture Day !🌾🍽️
We all love tasty meals, but have you every wondered how the food gets from the farm to your plate? 🚜💡 Let’s dive into the world of energy, discover its sources, and learn about the intensive steps required to make our meals possible. 🥦🧀
From planting and harvesting to processing and transporting, every bite of our food requires energy. 🍉⚡️ We’re here to uncover the ways this energy is used, to make sure we are using it wisely and wasting. Let’s feast on knowledge and empower ourselves to make mindful food choices that both benefit our taste buds and the planet! 🌎🍴
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Fri-YAY Group Webinar - Sun's Out, Lights Out
2026-03-06
☀️ Fri-YAY: Sun’s Out, Lights Out 💡
As the clocks spring forward, we are in for a change that is all about energy and sunshine! ☀️🌻 We invite you to our group webinar where we will explore the energy-saving possibilities of Daylight Savings Time!
Discover how this extra hour of sunlight can be a gift for energy conservation 🌸🌼. Join us for an enlightening conversation about energy usage and ways we can reduce waste.
Let’s embrace the season of renewal and learn how to make our days brighter while using energy efficiently.
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Fri-YAY Group Webinar - Energy and Plants
2026-03-27
🍀 Fri-YAY: Energy and Plants 🪴
Get ready to dive into the world of energy and plants! 🌿✨
Plants are nature’s energy wizards—they convert sunlight into life-sustaining energy. During our engaging group webinar, we’ll unravel the mysteries of energy and discuss its sources and significance.
We will take a deep dive into the plant life cycle, exploring where plants harness their energy and how human actions can influence their well-being. Let’s discover the simple yet impactful ways we can ensure a harmonious balance between our energy use and plant health. 🌻🔋
Sign-up here to join our enlightening discussion, and let’s empower ourselves to create greener, more sustainable, energy-efficient lifestyles

Fri-YAY Group Webinar - Earth Day
2026-04-17
🌎 Fri-YAY: Earth Day 🌎
Get ready to celebrate our amazing planet with this special Earth Day group webinar! 🌎💚
During this engaging session, we’ll learn about the inspiring journey of Earth Day, its origin, and the incredible global impact it has sparked. From small, local actions to worldwide change, we’ll explore the positive transformations Earth Day has ignited across the globe.
But wait, that’s not all! We’ll open the floor to discussion, where we’ll share practical actions we can all take to make Earth Day every day! 🌱 Let’s brainstorm ideas to care for our planet, and make a difference that will last for generations to come.
Mark your calendars for April 17th and let’s join hands to celebrate and protect our incredible planet!
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Fri-YAY Group Webinar - Using Water Responsibly
2026-05-22
💧 Fri-YAY: Using Water Responsibly 💧
Get ready to make a splash on May 22nd as we immerse ourselves in the fascinating world of water conservation in our group webinar! 🌊
Water holds immense significance for both ourselves and for nature. But have you ever wondered about its journey? How does water get from the clouds, into the ocean, into our taps at home? Join us as we unravel the secrets of water, learn about its importance to Earth’s ecosystems, and the vital role it plays in our daily lives. 💦🚰
From drinking and cooking to cleaning and generating electricity, water is an essential resource that we often take for granted. During our interactive session, we’ll explore the various ways we use water and just how much we might unintentionally waste. Let’s come together to discuss practical ideas and mindful habits that can help us all use water more efficiently. 🚿💡
Ready to be amazed by the incredible journey of water and discover the power of collective small change? Sign-up here to join our group webinar on Friday May 22nd. Let’s embark on a mission to honour and protect our most precious resource. 💙🌎

Fri-YAY Group Webinar - Ocean Plastic
2026-06-05
🌊 Fri-YAY: Ocean Plastic 🐳
Dive into the world of ocean conservation with our Ocean Plastic group webinar! 💧🐢
Plastic has become an integral part of our lives, but its excessive use has led to significant environmental challenges, especially in our oceans. Join us as we shed light on this pressing issue and explore practical ways we can reduce our plastic use and waste. 🐳♻️
We will discuss the impact of plastic on our precious planet, and brainstorm creative alternatives to discover how small changes in our daily habits can contribute to a healthier and cleaner ocean environment. 🐠🌊
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