WALKtober
WALKtober
Walktober is an annual event in which we encourage kids to walk to school at least once a week during the month of October. Not only does it provide activity before and after the school day, it removes the car trips normally taken to get to school. After a summer of poor air quality, I think we can all agree that less emissions are desperately needed. For older students, 12 and up, it also fosters independence.
How can I participate?
Sign up here to receive our new updated activity kit for kids age 7-14. Folks who sign up have a chance to win some prizes (check back as we update!)
We also encourage teachers or parents to track kilometres that their kids/students walk during the month. Submit your kilometre tracking sheet to asrts@greenactioncentre.ca to be considered for a prize! This activity is great for high school students as well! Prizes are high school friendly!
Prize categories
Registration Prize
Most Kilometres - Family
Most Kilometres - Classroom
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GoManitoba: Love Your Trip!
Are you an organization or region wanting to offer transportation options beyond driving alone? GoManitoba connects users to carpool, bus, bike or walk, and mentors to help those biking or busing for the first time.
GoManitoba: Love Your Trip!
Are you an organization or region wanting to offer transportation options beyond driving alone? GoManitoba connects users to carpool, bus, bike or walk, and mentors to help those biking or busing for the first time.
Sustainable Workplace Commuting Year Round
Another successful Commuter Challenge has come and gone, and to keep that momentum strong, we're challenging you to some year round commuting challenges!
Sustainable Workplace Commuting Year Round
Another successful Commuter Challenge has come and gone, and to keep that momentum strong, we're challenging you to some year round commuting challenges!
Equitable Cities - A Recap of our Speaker Event
On October 9th, 2024, Green Action Centre and Peg City Car Co-op welcomed Charles T. Brown to Winnipeg to speak about Equitable Cities.
Equitable Cities - A Recap of our Speaker Event
On October 9th, 2024, Green Action Centre and Peg City Car Co-op welcomed Charles T. Brown to Winnipeg to speak about Equitable Cities.
Tracking the Blue Box
Everyone is curious about what happens to recyclables after they get picked up. Using samples and illustrations, this presentation tracks four common materials (paper, metal, glass, plastic) from blue box through re-processing to end use. With older students, we also critically consider the role of recycling as a resource conservation practice. Our most popular presentation.
Tracking the Blue Box
Everyone is curious about what happens to recyclables after they get picked up. Using samples and illustrations, this presentation tracks four common materials (paper, metal, glass, plastic) from blue box through re-processing to end use. With older students, we also critically consider the role of recycling as a resource conservation practice. Our most popular presentation.
Complete School Composting Set-Up
The complete set-up includes a site visit, ongoing consultation support/troubleshooting, and customized training for students and staff.
Complete School Composting Set-Up
The complete set-up includes a site visit, ongoing consultation support/troubleshooting, and customized training for students and staff.
Composting For Schools
Is your school considering starting composting? Is your school currently composting and needs a refresher and pointers to ensure a successful program? Students will learn what composting is, why composting is important, and how to create an effective system. This presentation is ideal for your school's green team or composting team.
Composting For Schools
Is your school considering starting composting? Is your school currently composting and needs a refresher and pointers to ensure a successful program? Students will learn what composting is, why composting is important, and how to create an effective system. This presentation is ideal for your school's green team or composting team.