Friday August 28, 2020 | NATIONAL
by Mary P Brooke, Editor | Island Social Trends
With a mission to create a generation of conservationists by educating children and their families about biodiversity, the Earth Rangers Foundation based in the rural Ontario town of Woodbridge has received $50,000 in federal funding for production of their podcasts during COVID-19.
“The Government of Canada’s number one priority remains keeping Canadians safe and supporting families and businesses through the COVID-19 pandemic,” it was stated in a CCEC release today.
The funds were issued via the federal government’s Climate Action Fund (CAF). The announcement was made by the Minister of Environment and Climate Change, Jonathan Wilkinson (North Vancouver) and the MP for Vaughn-Woodbridge, Francesco Sorbara.
“Even at this time, work continues to help the economy recover, create conditions for new jobs, lower emissions, and make life more affordable for Canadians,” it was stated in the release.
The Earth Rangers podcast for youth aims to raise awareness about climate change among Canadian youth between the ages of 15 and 18. It’s an educational tool addressing topics like climate science, mitigation and adaptation, speaking to climate experts, Indigenous leaders, eco-entrepreneurs, and other brilliant minds that are reimagining the future.
Also a nudge to choose green jobs:
The initiative highlights innovative projects undertaken by small and medium-sized businesses, Indigenous organizations, and not-for-profit organizations across Canada. Additionally, the podcast encourages conversation that will inspire youth to choose green jobs that will eventually contribute to Canada’s clean growth.
The larger fund:
The Climate Action Fund provides up to $3 million annually to support projects delivered by students, youth, Indigenous peoples and organizations, not-for-profit organizations, small and medium-sized businesses, and research and educational institutions that raise awareness of climate change and encourage others to take meaningful climate action.
A total of 19 projects were selected for funding from the 2019-2020 CAF intake.