About Us

Mission

We aim to build the first Green School in Ontario that equips future generations with the knowledge and tools to lead in sustainability, climate action, and other industries, with a focus on the green economy. We want to educate the next generation of green leaders to receive not only a standard academic education but also sustainable tools and hands-on experience that they can put into practice.

Vision

To provide continuous sustainable education for future generations of leaders and protectors of this planet. Your support helps us bring this vision to life in the form of a tangible school that models sustainable education in Ontario.

“Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.”

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Green Education

Green Schools Green Future is being developed to rethink how children learn by integrating hands-on sustainability education into the standard curriculum. The combination of practical environmental learning, modern technological exposure, and real-world problem solving will be intentionally integrated into their learning experience.

Key elements of our approach include:

  • Engaging with renewable technologies
  • Participating in hands-on sustainability projects such as growing crops
  • Learning entrepreneurship, agricultural skills, plant science and automation through experimentation and practical application using our in-house food market and vertical farm
  • Developing critical thinking through real-world challenges
  • Understanding how environmental responsibility connects to innovation and long-term growth

In a world that is constantly changing, children need to be prepared early and thoroughly through meaningful learning experiences to interpret situations, adapt, and contribute solutions.
 
Traditionally, schools have relied heavily on memorization and examination. There is no doubt that academic knowledge remains essential however, today’s children are growing up in a world defined by climate change, automation, innovation, and rapid economic transformation. To prepare them for this reality, more than theoretical education is required. This is the gap we aim to bridge at Green Schools Green Future.
At Green Schools Green Future (GSGF), we have a plan – a new and proactive education system that might steer this sinking ship to safety. We believe that by teaching the youth environmentally- sustainable trades such as solar – water treatment systems and vertical farming and aquaponics, we can empower them to have a stake in a better future. With machine learning on the rise, we know that over 40 percent of jobs may become obsolete by the time our students graduate. The curriculum at GSGF not only teaches students traditional subjects but also computer programming, artificial intelligence, blockchain and quantum financial systems.
But a dream without donations remains a dream.

Turning this vision into a reality requires meaningful support. Our immediate goal is to raise $640 000 to secure a down payment on land for our first pilot school.
 
While our initial fundraising efforts began in early 2020, they were unfortunately impacted by the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic. Since then, we have refined our approach and developed stronger strategies. Today, we are focused on building strong partnerships and mobilizing support across several key funding streams to bring this project to life.

Green Schools for a Green Future

We are a Canadian non-profit organization founded in 2018 by environmentalist Nikole Bélanger with the goal of introducing a new,  progressive, and green education system in communities environmentally receptive. Its mission is to develop responsible leaders of tomorrow by teaching sustainable hands-on vocational skills.

A dedicated environmentalist servicing her community for decades, Nikole Bélanger is the founder of this project. Since 2008, through Nikobel Solutions, she has been consulting organizations who want to adopt green policies. Now, along with help from around the world of more then twenties volunteers. She has developed partnerships with communities in Canada including Aboriginal communities and many others in order to make their dream of a green education system come true.

With a wealth of experience spanning over three decades, Nikole Bélanger stands as a seasoned professional in the realms of business management and development across diverse industries. Her successful track record includes pioneering initiatives in fashion, power transmission and distribution, telecommunications, and not-for-profit organizations.

As a visionary with meticulous attention to detail, Nikole has consistently forged connections between people and ideas, making her a dynamic force in the business world.

Nikole’s passion for environmental sustainability and climate change activism is evident in her extensive work as a dedicated environmentalist. Armed with profound knowledge of environmental technology and exceptional networking abilities, she prioritizes green living in her pursuit of a sustainable future.

Her illustrious career encompasses key roles, including six years at the consulting telecommunications company “Can We Talk Ltd.,” seven years as co-owner and VP of Marketing and International Sales at Implo Technologies, and a decade as the owner and president of Nikobelli Inc. High-end Boutiques and her cosmetic line with personalized consultation for the professional and business women. Read more >

Meet our Board of Directors

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Nikole Bélanger – Founder, CEO & Treasurer

“Some people want it to happen, some wish it would happen, others make it happen” – Michael Jordan.
As we know, it takes a village to bring any project together, and here at Green Schools Green Future, we plan to accomplish our mission by building sustainable schools using green technologies and renewable materials with progressive and innovative education by using the latest technologies and applications. This is why GSGF means everything to me!

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Mansour Jobe - Secretary

I am truly excited to be part of the Board of Directors of this dynamic organization that champions environmental rights and sustainable education. Joining this team aligns with my passion for creating a cleaner, greener, and more sustainable world. I am inspired by the organization’s commitment to empowering the leaders of tomorrow through environmental awareness, innovation, and community engagement.

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Kritika Rao - Branding & Marketing Director

It is my privilege to a part of Green Schools Green Future because I believe this is exactly what we need – a school raising climate-smart generations. Passion becomes reality when there are committed people making things happen, and what we need, this very minute, is an educational organization promoting hands-on environmental solutions.

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Gerald Stanley Lilavois - Public Relations Director

I believe that everyone should have some environmental education in order to protect the Earth. Today, being a part of the GSGF project, I have the opportunity to educate the younger generations of my country, Haiti, and abroad, including my own three children.

The reality we now face implores us to act.

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