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Education

Protecting the environment for the future starts today…with the leaders of tomorrow. The River Institute offers educational programs integrated with the Ontario Curriculum to encourage young people to always be mindful of the environment and to foster a life-long curiosity in the natural world.

The River Institute will:

  • Use education at all levels as a means to encourage environmental responsibility

  • Use education as a link between research and community action

  • Create a community of knowledgeable and technically-skilled people who can work on a broad spectrum of environmental issues

  • Contribute to creating a “Science Community” in Eastern Ontario

Check out our great programs!
Call us to reserve 613-936-6620

Education Programs for 
(JK TO GRADE 12)
   
Location: Cooper Marsh Conservation  Area

(some programs are offered in the classroom)
 


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
 

Eastern Ontario Children's Water Festival
(Grade 4)
 
Location:
 Ferme Drouin Farm/ St. Lawrence River Institute / St. Lawrence College/ Baxter
Conservation /


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

 

Environmental Science Investigator / Investigator scientifique de l'environnement
(Grade 9 - 12) Offered at the River Institute in Cornwall, ON


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

 

 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

 

Winter Fun Week  (March Break)                         Location: Cooper March Conservation Area


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..
 

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 ..

 

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..

 
University/College
 

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..

 

Contact information

For information on any of our education programs please contact Jordan Ann Kevan, Education Program Coordinator  613-936-6620 ext: 224 or by email: jkevan@riverinstitute.ca

Thank you to the Raisin Region Conservation Authority for their generous support in providing the Cooper Marsh Conservation Area, many of our Education Programs take place at Cooper Marsh.  Click the logo below to visit their site and the Cooper Marsh Centre.

 

 
 
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