A.P.E. Fund Cedar Mulch Replacement Lacombe, Alberta The grade 5 class will replace the cedar mulch in the area that connects our outdoor classroom and forested walkway. Where Lacombe, Alberta Areas of Impact Biodiversity Loss (Animals), Environmental Inequity (People) Resources Our Resource section includes things like our Climate Change Curriculum Guide and our Biodiversity Guide. These can be helpful tools for any Roots & Shoots project! Discover Resources Explore Projects Biodiversity Loss (Animals) Environmental Inequity (People) Environmental Inequity (People) Food is Life! Nature is Wellness! Food is life. Nature fosters wellness. The food we eat and time in nature have a powerful impact on our health and wellbeing. Our project will focus on organizing a hands-on community event to teach families about farm to table meals and how to explore nature as a form of healing and wellness. View project Biodiversity Loss (Animals), Climate Change (Environment), Environmental Inequity (People) Butterfly Gardens On Treaty 1 land, students will create Butterfly Gardens by planting and caring for indigenous plants, native prairie shrubs, grasses and wildflowers. Students will observe biodiversity, connect to the land, and experience how to harvest the indigenous plants and medicines in the fall. View project Biodiversity Loss (Animals), Climate Change (Environment) Climate Change Challenge Students in grade 6/7 will complete a series of activities to teach their peers about climate change and how their actions can help make a difference. They will lead a campaign for change in our community by hosting events such as OLCS Earth Hour and recycling items into new products. View project