Agriculture
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Canada's Outdoor Farm Show
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As our nation's premier outdoor agricultural showcase, Canada's Outdoor Farm Show offers "one stop shopping" for farmers and highlights the most innovative and technologically advanced agricultural products and services available.
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Rural Ontario Institute
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The Rural Ontario Institute develops leaders, initiates dialogue, supports collaboration and promotes action on issues and opportunities facing rural Ontario.
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Huron County Economic Development
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Huron County is the most agriculturally productive county in Ontario. It has more census farms (3,260), more acres of farmland (711,525) and more gross farm receipts than any other county or district in the Province. In fact, Huron County produces more agricultural products than each of the four Atlantic Provinces in Canada!
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Canada Agriculture Museum
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Located in Ottawa, Ontario, the Canada Agriculture Museum offers educational tours for Grades K to 12.
Web Site: http://www.agriculture.technomuses.ca/english/indexhpnagr.cfm
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Country Heritage Park
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This interactive park located in Milton, Ontario, offers curriculum-based educational programs on agriculture and rural life topics for Preschool to Secondary level classes.
Web Site: www.countryheritagepark.com
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Ontario Association of Agricultural Societies
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Celebrate the harvest and visit a fall fair in your area. Many fairs offer educational programs for students. Search the website for fairs by date, district or alphabetical order.
Web Site: www.ontariofairs.com
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Ontario Farm Fresh Marketing Association
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The Ontario Farm Fresh Marketing Association website offers a comprehensive search engine which you can use to search for a farm market in your region. Many farms offer curriculum-based, educational tours for classes.
Web Site: http://www.ontariofarmfresh.com/
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Royal Agricultural Winter Fair
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Each November, the country comes to the city! Bring your class to the Royal and particpate in the Education Program to learn more about Canadian agriculture and food.
Web Site: www.royalfair.org
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Western Fair Association
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Located in London, Ontario, the Western Fair offers agricultural programs for elementary students in both the Spring and the Fall.
Web Site: www.westernfair.com
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Environment
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Biodiversity Education and Awareness Network
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BEAN is a collaborative network of groups and individuals representing private industry, formal and non-formal education, government, the environment and conservation. BEAN was set up to implement Action Items 1 and 2 of Ontario's Biodiversity Strategy, which calls for an increased awareness and understanding of biodiversity, its benefits and threats, and what each of us can do to support it. BEAN is a working group of Ontario's Biodiversity Council, and the Education Alliance for a Sustainable Ontario.
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Council of Outdoor Educators of Ontario (COEO)
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The Council of Outdoor Educators of Ontario (COEO) is a non-profit, volunteer-based organization that promotes safe and high quality outdoor education experiences for people of all ages. It also acts as a professional body for outdoor educators in the province of Ontario. These aims are achieved through publishing Pathways: The Ontario Journal of Outdoor Education as well as an electronic newsletter, running an annual conference and occasional regional workshops, maintaining this web site, and working with kindred organizations as well as government agencies.
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Ecoambassadors
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Ecoambassadors of the World promotes sustainable development through the implementation of fun educational programs for elementary and secondary school students as well as organizations.
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Step Outside - Your Guide to Nature's Events
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Step Outside – Your Guide to Nature’s Events. Step Outside, published two to three times per month, is a compilation of seasonal happenings that can be used to bring nature into your classroom. The guides detail specific flora, fauna and climate events, which are often taking place just outside your school - though these may happen sooner or later depending on the season and where you are relative to the Kawartha region of Ontario, where the guides are written.
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Farm Issues
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Agriculture and Food Issues
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FarmIssues.com is a gateway to information on the web about farming and food. Play games, give your opinion on issues or search for pictures of your favourite farm animals. A totally interactive, informative and fun site for students & teachers to get the facts (and give them) on complex agricultural issues.
Web Site: www.farmissues.com
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Branding Canada's Food and Agriculture Sector
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Branding Canada was developed in close partnership with industry and provincial governments and is based on solid research. This initiative is designed to help take Canada's strong international image and leverage it to increase the sales and profile of Canadian food and agriculture products.
Web Site: www.brandcanada.agr.gc.ca
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Farm & Food Care Ontario
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An excellent source of information and resources related to farm animal care, farming and the environment, food safety and technology. Suitable for both students and teachers. Wet Site: www.farmfoodcare.org
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Ontario Animal Agriculture Photo Library
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This comprehensive collection includes photos of farm animals, animal care, handling practices, housing and food processing. Visit several Ontario farms on-line and learn about Ontario animal agriculture.
Web Site: www.farmissues.com/photos
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Dietitians of Canada
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This association of food and nutrition professionals is committed to the health and well-being of Canadians.
Web Site: www.dietitians.ca
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Journey To Your Good Health
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Journey to Your Good Health is a must-see exhibit at the Royal Agricultural Winter Fair for everyone in your family. It’s all about making the best choices possible when it comes to choosing what you eat. It boasts the abundant bounty of foods grown by local farmers as well as the latest trends in functional foods that make their way to ethnic markets. The Journey is about growing sustainable crops that nourish individuals and families.
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Nutritionists in School
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Nutritionists in School is a new, grassroots Canadian organization committed to helping improve the eating habits of children. Their presenters bring innovative, fresh ideas about nutrition to elementary school classrooms through fun and interactive classroom workshops.
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Teach Nutrition
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Teach Nutrition helps healthy eating come to life in the classroom by providing curriculum-based resources, interactive activities, and workshops.
Web Site: www.teachnutrition.org
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Students
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Agriculture and Food Issues
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FarmIssues.com is a gateway to information on the web about farming and food. Play games, give your opinion on issues or search for pictures of your favourite farm animals. A totally interactive, informative and fun site for students & teachers to get the facts (and give them) on complex agricultural issues.
Web Site: www.farmissues.com
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Chicken Farmers of Ontario
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Teaching resources, chicken facts, nutrition information, games, recipes and more!
Web Site: http://www.chickenlover.ca/
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Ontario Cattlemen's Association
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Fast facts about cattle, Breeds of Cattle and other educational information available to teachers and students.
Web Site: www.cattle.guelph.on.ca/
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FarmsFoodFun
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A kid-friendly website to educate students in kindergarten through grade 12 about the agricultural sector in Ontario. Learn about the Ontario Agriculture and Food Industry through games, fact sheets and trivia. Challenge your current knowledge with the Farms, Food and Fun Quiz.
Web Site: www.farmsfoodfun.com
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Ontario Pork
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Information and resources about the pork industry.
Web Site: www.putporkonyourfork.com
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Royal Agricultural Winter Fair
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Each November, the country comes to the city! Bring your class to the Royal and particpate in the Education Program to learn more about Canadian agriculture and food.
Web Site: www.royalfair.org
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Turkey Farmers of Ontario
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Check out the available resources for both elementary and secondary teachers and students.
Web Site: www.ont-turkey.on.ca
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Virtual Farm Tours
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Learn about farming in Ontario by visiting 17 different farms without ever leaving the classroom!
Web Site: www.virtualfarmtours.ca
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Teachers
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Agriculture and Food Issues
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FarmIssues.com is a gateway to information on the web about farming and food. Play games, give your opinion on issues or search for pictures of your favourite farm animals. A totally interactive, informative and fun site for students & teachers to get the facts (and give them) on complex agricultural issues.
Web Site: www.farmissues.com
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Canadian Agriculture At A Glance
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"Canadian Agriculture At A Glance 2004", published by Statistics Canada, illustrates the complex relationship between agriculture and Canadian society with articles on food production, natural resources, technology, the environment, health and nutrition, trade, business and more. Link to online articles from the book and activity lessons related to secondary curriculum in geography, science, history and family studies.
Web Site: www.statcan.ca/english/kits/agric04/lesson.htm
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Canada Agriculture Museum
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Located in Ottawa, Ontario, the Canada Agriculture Museum offers educational tours for Grades K to 12.
Web Site: http://www.agriculture.technomuses.ca/english/indexhpnagr.cfm
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Chicken Farmers of Ontario
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Teaching resources, chicken facts, nutrition information, games, recipes and more!
Web Site: http://www.chickenlover.ca/
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Country Heritage Park
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This interactive park located in Milton, Ontario, offers curriculum-based educational programs on agriculture and rural life topics for Preschool to Secondary level classes.
Web Site: www.countryheritagepark.com
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Curriki
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Curriki is one of the leading K-12 global communities for teachers, students and parents to create, share and find free and open learning resources that improve teacher effectiveness and student outcomes.
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Egg Farmers of Ontario
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Resources for teachers to use in the classroom.
Web Site: http://www.getcracking.ca/eggeducation.html
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Ontario Association of Agricultural Societies
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Celebrate the harvest and visit a fall fair in your area. Many fairs offer educational programs for students. Search the website for fairs by date, district or alphabetical order.
Web Site: www.ontariofairs.com
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Ontario Cattlemen's Association
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Fast facts about cattle, Breeds of Cattle and other educational information available to teachers and students.
Web Site: www.cattle.guelph.on.ca/
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Ontario Dairy Education Program
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Order educational resources on the dairy industry or arrange for a Dairy Educator to visit your Primary/Junior classroom.
Web Site: www.education.milk.org
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Ontario Farm Fresh Marketing Association
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The Ontario Farm Fresh Marketing Association website offers a comprehensive search engine which you can use to search for a farm market in your region. Many farms offer curriculum-based, educational tours for classes.
Web Site: http://www.ontariofarmfresh.com/
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Ontario Farm-Grown Christmas Trees
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The Christmas Tree Farmers of Ontario have provided an educational resource kit for teachers containing background information and activity ideas for the classroom. Available to download for free.
Web Site: www.christmastrees.on.ca
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Ontario Pork
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Information and resources about the pork industry.
Web Site: www.putporkonyourfork.com
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Royal Agricultural Winter Fair
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Each November, the country comes to the city! Bring your class to the Royal and particpate in the Education Program to learn more about Canadian agriculture and food.
Web Site: www.royalfair.org
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Teach Nutrition
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Teach Nutrition helps healthy eating come to life in the classroom by providing curriculum-based resources, interactive activities, and workshops.
Web Site: www.teachnutrition.org
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Tomatosphere: Farming in Space
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Learn about growing food in space and on Mars by participating in an unique educational program designed for Grades 3-6 and 8-10. Register on-line for the Teacher's Kit.
Web Site: www.tomatosphere.org
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Turkey Farmers of Ontario
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Check out the available resources for both elementary and secondary teachers and students.
Web Site: www.ont-turkey.on.ca
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University of Guelph - Ontario Agriculture College
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Ontario Agricultural College (OAC) supports secondary school curriculum by providing teachers and students with resources and learning opportunities. Explore the OAC website for information on outreach initiatives including Reach Ahead Days, Professional Development Workshops and Instructional Resources.
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Virtual Farm Tours
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Learn about farming in Ontario by visiting 17 different farms without ever leaving the classroom!
Web Site: www.virtualfarmtours.ca
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Western Fair Association
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Located in London, Ontario, the Western Fair offers agricultural programs for elementary students in both the Spring and the Fall.
Web Site: www.westernfair.com
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