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Water: Is the glass half empty or half full?

April 1st, 2026; By David Suzuki Foundation

We can’t live without water. We need it to stay hydrated and grow food. We use it to generate electricity. Water is in us and all around us. It makes […]


Why We Should Protect the Environment (French version available)

March 1st, 2026; By Susan Huebert

Cleaning up a mess can be a dull job, but living with dirt and garbage is much worse than that. Have you ever smelled a piece of rotten fruit or […]


Green Christmas (French version available)

November 30th, 2025; By Jamie Hadland

Most Canadians dream of a white Christmas. But perhaps we should be thinking of ways to add a little more green to this year’s holiday celebration. Every year, the cost […]


STEM Career Profile: Astronomer

September 29th, 2025; By Anthony Teles

The darkness of the night sky illuminates the countless stars, planets, and more that populate our universe. But have you wondered how we know all this? How can we measure […]


Are you saying what you think you’re saying? The messages you may be giving off with body language.

May 1st, 2025; By Mariann Roberts

You may think of yourself as a confident and friendly person, and anyone who really knows you might say the same. However, if you’re slouching, avoiding eye contact, and looking […]


Messy Summer Science Experiments! (French version available)

May 1st, 2025; By kyla palin

Ok, so school’s out, you’ve watched every episode of your favourite show on Netflix, and you’re trying to avoid doing chores. Or maybe you’re trying to entertain the kids you’re […]


What is Acid Rain?

March 31st, 2025; By Gale Blaylock

The term acid rain refers to what scientists call acid deposition.  It is caused by airborne acidic pollutants and has highly destructive results. Scientists first discovered acid rain in 1852, […]