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VSB Goes Green

NEW EVENT - May 2016:

 Consultation underway for the VSB Sustainability Action Plan. Take a survey, or come to an event. Learn more.

Our goal is to be “the greenest, most sustainable school district” in North America! Learn more from this overview video.

Advancing Sustainability at the VSB

Teachers, students, parents, and staff have been advancing the sustainability of their schools for many years. This has included projects that advance energy efficiency, create gardens and healthy food learning opportunities, and promote active transportation.

In recent years, the Board has encouraged a more comprehensive approach. This included:

In 2015, District staff are developing a multi-year Sustainability Action Plan. For more information check back to this webpage later in the year, or send an email to sustainability@vsb.bc.ca

Green News

Sep 16 2016 - 3:26pm
Garden project provides bountiful harvest

Giant zucchinis were among the latest vegetables to be successfully harvested by students caring for the small school garden at Collingwood Neighbourhood School.

 
Jun 17 2016 - 1:36pm
Emily Carr Elementary Rethinks Waste

This school community makes Zero Waste look easy!

 
Apr 22 2016 - 2:06pm
High School Students Gather at #VSBSC2016 to Brainstorm about Sustainability

On April 18th, more than 200 high school delegates came together for the fourth annual VSB sustainability conference, a student-led gathering for students to discuss sustainability and learn how to effectively promote it in their schools. 

 
Apr 20 2016 - 4:54pm
Routes of Change at Begbie Elementary

Begbie’s Zero Waste team has been working towards reducing their school’s waste and teaching their school community how to sort waste in the VSB’s new three bin system.

 
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Green Slideshow