District of Sooke Supports Cool It! Climate Leadership Training, Engaging 120 Students

The District of Sooke is proud to support the Cool It! Climate Leadership Training program, which reached 120 students in the 2023-2024 school year in our community. Through hands-on activities and engaging lessons, students learned about climate action and sustainability, empowering them to make a real impact on their communities and the environment.

Delivered in partnership with the BC Sustainable Energy Association (BCSEA) and the Capital Regional District, Cool It! introduces students to practical ways of reducing their carbon footprint and becoming climate leaders in their schools and homes. The program encourages participants to adopt sustainable habits such as reducing energy consumption, minimizing waste, and exploring alternative transportation options.

"Supporting programs like Cool It! aligns with the District's commitment to fostering environmental awareness and sustainability, particularly among our youth. We are thrilled to see so many students actively engaging in these critical conversations about the future," said Christina Moog, Communications Coordinator and Climate Action Team lead with the district.

The Cool It! program will continue in the 2024-2025 school year, allowing even more students in Sooke to benefit from this climate leadership training. The District remains committed to helping the next generation lead the way in creating a sustainable and resilient future.

For more information about Cool It! Climate Leadership Training, visit the BCSEA website.

Local teachers interested in bringing the program to their classrooms in Sooke, can contact Christina Moog at cmoog@sooke.ca to express interest.