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EcoSchools

Ontario EcoSchools provides curriculum-based resources for schools and encourages the school community toward sustainability by promoting reduction in greenhouse gas emissions, aligning class-based learning with school operations and encourages schools to find innovative ways to conserve resources and reduce their impact on the environment.

To become an Ontario Certified EcoSchool, a school must demonstrate leadership and achievement in at least four priority areas: energy conservation, waste reduction, ecological literacy and school ground greening.

Schools must successfully complete a certification application and must reapply for this certification annually.

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