Workshops and Events
Growing Water Heroes: How kids can lead a water action movement
Wednesday April 1st, 12:00-1:00 PM​
Online
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What if every kid felt empowered to become a water hero where they live, learn, and play? ​Join Growing Water Heroes, a one‑hour interactive webinar designed for policy-makers, philanthropists, educators, program leaders, and organizations working with children in grades K–8. Discover how kids can build identity, confidence, and community as water stewards through three connected pathways: place‑based experiences, storytelling and art, and screen‑to‑action tools that turn media moments—like Future Chicken—into real‑world impacts. Check out the entire series of water-related events here.
Nifty Native Plants Too
by Sean James
Sunday April 12th, 1:30-3:00 PM​
The Link: 20849 Dalton Rd, Georgina ON, L0E 1R0​
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Explore exceptional native plant options for your garden and learn how they can play a meaningful role in supporting local biodiversity. This engaging presentation will be led by Sean James—named Garden Communicator of the Year in 2020 and 2021 by Landscape Ontario—who brings decades of hands-on experience in eco-gardening and sustainable landscape design.
Sean has contributed his expertise to major industry resources and standards, including the Ontario Landscape Tree Planting Guide, the Grow-Me-Instead guide, the Ontario Horticultural Apprenticeship Curriculum, the national Red Seal Occupational Standard, and the Master Gardeners Reference Manual. Drawing on this extensive background, he will share practical insights and actionable tips to help native plants thrive in your own garden. Come prepared to learn, be inspired, and ask questions as you plan a more beautiful and ecologically resilient landscape.