Earth Day Canada
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MID0011
Last Modified:
07 Jun 2023
Last Full Update:
12 Mar 2019
Contact Information
| Office Phone | 416-599-1991 |
| Toll Free Phone | 1-888-283-2784 |
| Fax | 416-599-3100 |
| info@earthday.ca | |
| Website | www.earthday.ca |
| Social Media |  Facebook: www.facebook.com/EarthDayCanada X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/EarthDayCanada YouTube: www.youtube.com/user/EarthDayCanada |
| Primary Contact | Jennifer Mack, Communications Manager; Phone: ext 108; Email: jennifer@earthday.ca |
Site Information
| Located In Community | Toronto Downtown |
| Address & Map | 276 Roncesvalles Ave Toronto, ON M6R 2M2 |
| Intersection | Roncesvalles Ave and High Park Blvd |
| Physical Access | Not Accessible |
Description and Service Details
| Description (Service) | National charity that inspires and supports people across the country to connect with nature and build resilient communities * leads an annual Earth Day campaign in conjunction with free, year-round programs that get people of all ages outside, interacting with the natural environment and fostering an intrinsically motivated, enduring commitment to stewardship and conservation. EarthPlay -- puts self-directed outdoor play back into the lives of children as a natural part of their day-to-day lives with projects in schools, childcare centres, parks, streets and other community spaces. The program includes: POP-UP Adventure Playgrounds, which promote play using a mix of natural and recycled “loose parts” (straw bales, mud, cardboard boxes and tubes, spare tires, fabric, rope, etc.); a pilot with the Toronto District School Board to bring Outdoor Play and Learning principles into six local schools; and another pilot with the City of Toronto to test a new street play permitting process EcoKids -- offers free, bilingual learning activities, contests, and resources for teachers, students, parents and communities to engage in environmental action. Employee Engagement Program -- fee-for-services * customized programs to help businesses meet their environmental, sustainability and conservation goals Hometown Heroes Award Program -- recognizing individuals, non-profits, groups, small businesses and educators who find creative solutions to environmental challenges |
| Hours | Mon-Fri 9 am-5 pm |
| Areas Served | Canada |
| Eligibility | No restrictions |
| Application | Call for information or see website for application process for various programs, funding and awards. |
| Languages | English ; French - Reception, Website, on request |
| Fees | Service - for consulting to business ; None - Most services free |
Agency Information
| Legal Status | (50) Non Profit |
| Established | 1990 |
| Primary Executive | Deb Doncaster, President, Earth Day Canada; Phone: ext 111; Email: deb@earthday.ca |
| Funding | Provincial ; Private - corporate sponsorships ; Foundation |
Taxonomy and Classification
| Service Categories | Environmental Improvement Groups |