Education Programs
for
(JK TO GRADE 12)
Location: Cooper Marsh
Conservation Area
(some programs are offered in the classroom)
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Offered - September to June
Click for English Programs
The St. Lawrence River Institute of Environmental
Sciences delivers environmental education programs to
students of all ages. Our hands-on programs are designed to
meet with the Life System Strand of the Ontario Educational
Curriculum. Enjoy a great day outside and check off some of
this year’s learning objectives at the same time! The
programs are flexible and can be modified to meet the
students’ and the teachers’ needs.
Click pour Programmes en
français
L’Institut des sciences environnementales du fleuve
Saint-Laurent offre des programmes éducatifs pour les
élèves de tout niveaux. Nos programmes interactifs
rencontrent les normes exigées par le Ministère de
l’éducation de l'Ontario (Domaine d'étude: Sustèmes vivants).
Passez une belle journée dehors avec les naturalistes tout
en apprenant la biologie et l’écologie. Veuillez noter que
les programmes sont très flexibles et peuvent être modifiés
au besoin des élèves et des enseignant(e)s.
Click to view Cooper Marsh Facility
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Eastern
Ontario Children's Water Festival
(Grade 4)
Location: Ferme
Drouin Farm/ St. Lawrence River Institute / St. Lawrence
College/ Baxter
Conservation / |
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The Eastern Ontario Children’s Water Festival is a
bilingual,
 full day environmental education program for
grade 4 students
that aims to educate about the value and
fragility of our
water
resources. Over 4000 participants every year
benefit from
this innovative program,
which is presented in partnership with area
high schools, community groups, municipalities
and
environmental organizations.
A
curriculum-linked program geared
toward school groups,
the
festival is a great way for kids to splash their way to a
better appreciation for one of
our most precious resources: water!
Visit the water festival website
www.riverinstitute.ca/festival.htm
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Environmental Science
Investigator /
Investigator scientifique de
l'environnement
(Grade 9 - 12) Offered at the River Institute in Cornwall,
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Offered September - June
The
Environmental Science Investigator program
is a NEW
hands-on interactive learning experience where high school
students participate in environmental research programs that
are taking place at the St. Lawrence River Institute of
Environmental Sciences.
During this
program, students will learn about the various sampling and
analytical techniques that scientists use for their
research. Under the supervision of River Institute
scientists, students will collect and analyze
environmental samples using state-of the-art scientific
equipment. The main objective of the Environmental Science
Investigator program is to provide a unique learning
opportunity for students to interact with researchers and
explore the growing field of environmental science. The
Environmental Science Investigator program will allow
students to investigate various aspects of their
environment. The program is divided into the following 5
themes. click for more information.
Click for more
information
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ENVIROTHON
- Competition for Intermediate & High Schools |
Envirothon is an interactive environmental education program for
youth from grades 9 to 12. This program is delivered through
field trips, resource materials and competitions within the
region. Regional competitions take place throughout the
school year, with the Provincial Envirothon Competition
taking place in spring. All material is tailored to fit the
Ontario curriculum and Ontario specific activities and
scientific information. The Envirothon promotes teamwork,
critical thinking and problem solving skills for
participants.
Click
for more..
Contact Julie Street
jstreet@riverinstitute.ca
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Winter Fun Week
(March Break)
Location: Cooper March
Conservation
Area |
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 Looking for something fun to do on the
March Break?
The St. Lawrence River Institute of Environmental Sciences
is
proud to present the return of Cooper March Winter Fun Week!
Kids
from ages 6 - 11 can enjoy a week or come for a day.
Each day provides a different fun-filled adventure
with mystery, magic, winter survival and science!
Click for more..
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Eco-Friends Summer Day
Camps
Location: Cooper Marsh Conservation Area |
 Offered July and August
All camp sessions will include
activities such as hiking, frog catching, pond dipping,
games, crafts, skits, scientific experiments and much, much
more! The St. Lawrence River Institute of
Environmental Sciences has run the Eco-Friends Summer Day
Camps since 1997. These camps challenge participants to
learn about the science underlying their natural environment
in a hands-on, minds-on way
Click for more ..
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| Jr.
Scientist Camp
Location: River Institute, Cornwall |
 The
River Institute is
gearing up for another
great year of camp!
This year we are very pleased to offer a new Jr. Scientist
Camp. This camp is available for teens ages 12-14 years old.
Click for more..
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University/College |
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The River Institute presents several avenues for
post-secondary students to gain valuable field experience by
pursuing their studies with us. River Institute scientists teach a
number of Environmental Technician Diploma courses
and laboratory/field sessions in conjunction with St. Lawrence
College (Cornwall Campus). They also provide university students
with an opportunity to study environmental challenges through a
Methods in Ecotoxicology field course, offered in
partnership with Queen’s University and the University of Ottawa.
Research scientists at the River Institute supervise
graduate students as well.
Click for more..
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