Karen S. Acton – The Conversation

A classroom is seen in a school in Longueuil, Que. in March 2024. Students are calling for more classroom discussions, a clearer understanding of the impacts of climate change and concrete strategies for action. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Christinne Muschi

June 29, 2025

Survey: Only four per cent of Canadians give schools an ‘A’ on climate education – students deserve better

Karen S. Acton, University of Toronto

A strong majority of Canadians believe climate change should be a priority in education, but teachers and students lack the necessary tools and support to effectively incorporate it into classrooms.

Systemic policy changes are needed to help teachers lead climate education and action. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Pawel Dwulit

March 7, 2023

Teachers need bolder action from our school boards to educate in and for a climate emergency

Karen S. Acton, University of Toronto

‘Eco-champion’ teachers face barriers in implementing climate change education. Communities and school boards can find inspiration to support them from boards with bolder climate commitments.

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