Endangered Species Highlight: The Burrowing Owl
Since European settlers first arrived in Canada, over 100 animal species have disappeared. Those animals have become extinct, meaning that none of those animals live in Canada anymore. When an […]
Green Christmas (French version available)
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 […]
What is Acid Rain?
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, […]
Let’s Celebrate the Gifts of Winter (French version available)
We Canadians have a special relationship with snow and ice. We ski in it, skate on it, play in it, shovel it, drive through it, sometimes even bicycle through it […]
Volunteering around the December Holidays
During the December holidays, it is best to spend time with the ones you love. It’s surely one of the best times of the year! With all the delicious meals, […]
Fall Foliage
There are many signs that fall has arrived; the start of school, colder-shorter days, and the first frost on car windshields. These signs are dreaded by students and adults alike, […]
