Who We Are

Earthwise Academy is an emerging nonprofit organization being developed to support youth ages 12–16 who are experiencing challenges at home, school, and in their emotional well-being. It will start out as a day program, 5 days a week. Earthwise Academy is driven by passion, grounded with values.

We're a team of passionate thinkers and doers, dedicated to building with purpose and clarity. Relationships, curiosity, and connection drive everything we do.

We Believe

That connection and a psychologically safe environment is the foundation of human flourishing. When young people are deeply connected to themselves, to caring adults, to their families, to nature, to community, and to a sense of purpose, they develop the resilience, confidence, and wisdom to thrive.

Earthwise Academy is not about changing young people. It’s about cultivating the conditions in which they can discover who they've always had the potential to become.

Vision

A world where every young person experiences meaningful connection, discovers their unique gifts, and thrives in healthy relationships, resilient communities, and purposeful lives.

A nature-based wellness, healing and learning centre for teenagers on 100 acres with a river running through it. A peaceful, sustainable place where young people can heal from anxiety, stress, and disconnection while learning life skills, emotional resilience, and environmental stewardship. Eating the food that they helped grow, harvest and prepare. Connecting with nature in a meaningful, guided way that allows them to explore who they truly are without pressure, and outside interference. Learning love, respect, honesty, truth, courage, wisdom, and humility, first for themselves and then for others. A place where education, healing, and revitalization retreats are offered for parents and grandparents to better support their teens and foster the relationship when it is time to welcome them home.

Vision

Driven by curiosity and built on purpose, this is where bold thinking meets thoughtful execution. Let’s create something meaningful together.

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Core Values

1. Belonging

·       We believe every young person deserves to feel accepted, valued, and connected.

·       We create communities where everyone has a place.

2. Respect

·       We respect all equally.

·       Not simply because one has more power or positional power, but because we respect ourselves.

3. Compassion

·       We lead with empathy, kindness, and respect.

·       Every interaction is an opportunity to build trust and understanding.

4. Stewardship

·       We care for ourselves, one another, and the natural world.

·       We believe responsibility and service strengthen both individuals and communities.

5. Curiosity

·       Learning begins with wonder.

·       We encourage exploration, creativity, reflection, and lifelong learning.

6. Growth

·       Every young person has the capacity to grow.

·       We believe transformation happens through meaningful relationships, purposeful experiences, and supportive environments.

7. Creativity

·       We strive for creative thinking that expands our awareness to provide effective and compassionate solutions.

8. Integrity

·       We follow through with purpose and openness

9. Connection

·       We honour the interconnectedness of all life.

·       We foster connection to self, emotions, relationships, nature, purpose, and community, knowing that these connections nurture resilience, well-being, and hope.

Organizational Objectives

1. Foster Connection

Develop a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment where teens experience belonging and meaningful relationships

Provide opportunities for youth to build healthy connections, with self, others and environment

Integrated nature-based experiences that strengthen those connections.

Create individualized support plans that recognize each young person's strengths, interests and aspirations.

4. Strengthen Families and Community

Build collaborative partnerships with schools, community organizations and parents.

Provide opportunities for family engagement throughout the youths journey.

Develop volunteer and mentoring opportunities that strengthen community connection.

2: Support Well-being and Healing

Provide evidence-informed therapeutic and holistic wellness supports that promote emotional, mental, physical, and spiritual well-being.

Help youth develop healthy coping strategies, emotional regulation, and resilience

Offer trauma-informed programming that promotes safety, trust, and personal growth.

Support families in strengthening relationships and creating healthy home environments.

5. Ensure Organizational Excellence

Establish strong governance practices that ensure accountability, transparency, and ethical leadership.

Develop a diversified and sustainable funding strategy that supports long term growth.

Measure program outcomes using Connection Model and Impact Framework.

Continuously evaluate and improve programs based on participant feedback and evidence.

3. Inspire learning and growth

Deliver personalized educational opportunities that reconnect youth with learning.

Develop leadership, communication, and life skills through experiential learning.

Encourage creativity, critical thinking, and problem solving through hands on projects

Support each youth in identifying personal strengths, values, and future aspirations

Phase 1: Community Programs

Youth Day Program

Will be grounded in daily group sessions focused on:

  • Emotional wellness

  • Self-esteem

  • Communication

  • Leadership

  • Connection

Family Support Programs

  • Parenting workshops

  • Family coaching

  • Resource navigation

  • Well-being 101

  • Trauma & Nervous system

Weekend Retreats

Topics:

  • Healthy Relationships

  • Self Esteem/Self Love

  • Mindfulness

  • Nature connection

  • Life skills

  • Emotional Awareness

  • Parenting

  • Healing our inner child

Summer Programs

  • Leadership camps

  • Outdoor education

  • Wellness experiences

  • Healing in Nature

❋ Expert Facilitation

Led by experienced guides who know how to hold space, encourage participation, and keep things moving with purpose.

❋ A Supportive Space

Our events prioritize comfort, safety, and respect—so you can show up as you are and fully engage in the process.

Have Questions? Let’s Talk

Send us a quick note and let’s figure things out together—we’re excited to help you and your teen.