Themes

There are six themes within the science focus curriculum: ecology and animals, water, energy, waste, climate change, and nature watch. Click a theme below or use the navigation bar to search for curriculum for grades 6-12.

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Ecology & Animals

In the North, cold temperatures, freezing waters, and high winds can make it difficult to survive. Learn about how local plants and animals have adapted to our harsh climate.

Water

Splash into learning as we explore the importance of testing water for the quality of its chemical, physical and biological content.

Energy

Learn all about solar energy and its use in Northern communities to provide electricity, as well as the strength of this technology in its renewability. 

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Waste

We all know that pollution is bad for the land and our water bodies, learn about the biology and chemistry of compost and how composting reduces waste in our communities. 

Climate Change

Take action as you learn about greenhouse gases, rising temperatures, melting permafrost and other impacts climate change has on the natural environment. 

NatureWatch

Do you like to explore the natural world? NatureWatch is a community that engages all Canadians in collecting scientific information on nature to understand our changing environment.

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Photo by Swift Sparrow Photography