Imagine classrooms across Canada joining forces to protect endangered species and the habitats they depend on. It can feel like a daunting mission, yet a single Earth Ranger in a classroom makes a real impact. The program is built on practical, hands-on learning that translates into real-world conservation action for students and communities alike.
The Earth Rangers program, supported by the TD Friends of the Environment Foundation, launched a Classroom Visit Program that partners with major institutions including the Toronto Zoo, the Royal Ontario Museum and the Vancouver Aquarium, with students from Ryerson Community School. These collaborations bring educators, scientists and interactive experiences into classrooms, turning complex ideas into memorable, stay-with-you lessons.
Learning becomes immersive when science topics are explored through games, demonstrations and real-world examples. Each year the program reaches hundreds of schools across the country, turning environmental science into an active, participatory experience. Students can:
- They explore how captive breeding supports endangered species, how programs choose which animals to reintroduce, and the steps involved in releasing animals back into the wild, along with the ethics and considerations.
- They examine freshwater and marine ecosystems, the impact of pollution and habitat loss, and practical ways communities can protect water quality and habitat connectivity.
- They explore the diversity of life, how mammals fit into ecosystems, and why biodiversity matters for resilient environments.
Earth Rangers offers a robust online hub where videos, interactive games and rewards celebrate ongoing conservation efforts. The platform provides resources for teachers and parents, aligning with science curricula and helping learners apply what they discover to daily choices and long-term stewardship. The program also features virtual components and in-person visits that enrich classroom instruction and keep students motivated.
Earth Rangers invites schools to join the program and explore its online hub, where there are videos, games and rewards that celebrate helping to protect all of their favorite animals.