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Ontario Nature's Teaching Naturally staff and volunteers are busy all year helping youth leaders and teachers connect young people with nature! Some events are open to the public; others are not. Call if you are interested in attending any of these events.

LEAF Volunteer Orientation
Thursday November 15, 6 pm
Metro Hall, 55 John St, Toronto ON
Room 310

Come out to our next volunteer orientation session and find out how you can use your skills to help Toronto's urban forest! LEAF (Local Enhancement and Appreciation of Forests) is a not-for-profit group dedicated to protecting and improving Toronto's urban forest. This session will cover basic issues which face our urban forest, LEAF's programs, and volunteer opportunities with LEAF. Registration is required.

And you can get more info about LEAF here: http://www.leaftoronto.org/

Bike Week
Starts Monday, May 28th, 2007

The annual celebration of bicycle culture features events for cyclists of every stripe, from family-friendly group rides to extreme BMX and mountain bike action. Presented by the City of Toronto.

Website: www.toronto.ca/cycling/bikeweek/bikeweek_2007.htm

Camp Kawartha / Ontario Nature Youth Nature Camp

Join with fellow campers to explore the natural world of Ontario's Kawartha Region. As well as participating in our regular camping programs such as climbing, canoeing, kayaking, sailing and much more, campers in this session will be exposed to exciting, hands-on nature adventures. Click here for more information.

Website: www.campkawartha.ca/summercamp/naturecamp.htm

Clean Air Day
First Wednesday in June

Clean Air Day (CAD) was proclaimed by the Government of Canada to increase public awareness and action on two key environmental priorities, clean air and climate change. It is part of Canadian Environment Week, which was created to promote and to celebrate activities that care and nurture our environmental legacy.

Website: www.ec.gc.ca/cleanair-airpur/Home-WS8C3F7D55-1_En.htm

COEO (The Council of Outdoor Educators of Ontario) Conference
End of September

The Council of Outdoor Educators of Ontario is a non-profit, volunteer organization which promotes personal growth through quality outdoor experiences, and acts as a professional body for outdoor educators in the province of Ontario. Their annual Conference is held in the last weekend of September.

Website: www.coeo.org

Earth Day
April 22nd

The Earth Day Network, a non-profit organization, co-ordinates the worldwide Earth Day events, activities, and annual campaigns to promote a healthy environment and a peaceful, just, sustainable world. The network is still headed by the organizers of the original Earth Day, Gaylord Nelson and Denis Hayes, in Seattle, Washington.

For more information:
Earth Day Canada
Phone: 416-599-1991
Website: www.earthday.ca

Environment Week
Early June

A national event devoted to environmental issues and activities that focuses on preserving, protecting, and restoring the natural environment. Environment Week takes place in early June each year to coincide with World Environment Day, proclaimed by the United Nations in 1972 and celebrated on June 5.

Each year Environment Week is celebrated across Canada with a theme. See Environment Canada’s Ontario Green Lane home page www.on.ec.gc.ca for details and local contact information.

ETFO (Elementary Teachers’ Federation of Ontario)

The ETFO holds conferences, events and leadership programs all year round. Check out their Professional Development opportunities at www.etfo.on.ca.

International Buy Nothing Day
Late November

Many countries worldwide experience the International Buy Nothing Day/No Shop Day. Buy Nothing Day is a day of cheerful and critical protest against Western over consumption, the unequal worldwide distribution of well-being and wealth, and the influence of advertising on our daily lives.

Website: www.ecoplan.org/ibnd/ib_index.htm

International Walk to School Month

Join millions of kids, parents and community members from around the world as they walk to school together. This award recognizes and promotes programs across the globe that encourage children to walk to school and create healthier, more sustainable communities. Follow the link below to apply!

Website: www.iwalktoschool.org

National Wildlife Week
Early April

Created in 1947 to raise awareness among Canadians about the importance of wildlife and wildlife conservation, thousands of participants across the country celebrate National Wildlife Week in early April each year. For more information visit Environment Canada’s Website:
www.on.ec.gc.ca/wildlife/wildweek/intro-e.html

OAGEE (Ontario Association of Geographic and Environmental Education) Conferences - Spring and Fall each year

At OAGEE’s bi-annual conferences, educators can make important contacts, gain practical skills and knowledge, meet old friends or make new ones, and promote Geographic Education.

Website: www.oagee.org/conferences.html

OCSTA (Ontario Christian School Teachers’ Association) Convention

A voluntary association of over 700 full time and part time teachers which provides the services, information and advice needed for its members.

Website: www.ocsta.org

OFTP (Ontario Federation of Teaching Parents) Conference

The Ontario Federation of Teaching Parents (OFTP) is a non-sectarian, non-profit, volunteer-managed group of people committed to providing information about Family and Community-Based Education to anyone desiring it.

Conference Hotline: 416-410-5218
Website: www.ontariohomeschool.org

Om Summer Solstice Festival
Late June

An annual, outdoor gathering to celebrate music, art, nature and community. Along with nurturing a creative space, the festival is also directly focused on encouraging environmental and political awareness and sustainable living.

Website: www.omfestival.ca

Ontario Nature's Annual General Meeting and Conference
End of May/first week of June

2007 AGM information.

OSEE (Ontario Society for Environmental Education) Conference
Early May

OSEE is an association for educators dedicated to the promotion and improvement of environmental education. Each year they conduct a conference consisting of diverse presentations and activities for environmental educators and others interested in the environment.

Website: www.osee.org

STAO (Science Teachers’ Association of Ontario) Conference

This organization provides leadership and service to Science Educators in Ontario. Their annual conference allows Science and Technology Educators to learn something new, share ideas with others, and discuss new ideas with your colleagues. It features speakers and presenters who address current issues in Science and Technology Education.

Website: www.stao.org

Waste Reduction Week
Mid October

Join us in reducing the amount of material we send to the landfills! The Recycling Council of Ontario has plenty of activities and suggestions to get involved with this environmentally friendly event.

Website: www.rco.on.ca/