School & Group Programs
Supported by GFL: Green for Life
Assiniboine Park Conservancy education programs connect people with nature and inspire them to be environmental stewards.
We are very proud to offer programs that encourage outdoor learning, and conservation in action, and connect to the wonderful place that is Assiniboine Park!
We support educators and students through curriculum-linked, interdisciplinary programs for Pre-K through Grade 12 at The Leaf, Assiniboine Park Zoo, and Assiniboine Park.
All programs incorporate learning objectives in science with connections to arts, culture, language, social studies and more. Hands-on activities and different styles of learning are encouraged through story, music, presentations and firsthand interactions with plants, animals, and the elements of the natural world. Programs are available year-round and run rain, shine or snow!
Prices and programs are valid until August 31st. Bookings for the 2025/26 school year will start September 2, 2025.
Virtual, Self-Guided, and Outreach Programs
Virtual Programs
Our interactive virtual programs are facilitated by passionate educators and include the opportunity to hear from our Zoo animal care staff, observe our animals, and participate in engaging activities.
Virtual Program information
Self-Guided Visits
Self-guided visits are a great option for groups that prefer to explore independently, without a facilitated educational program.
Self-guided visit information
Outreach Programs
Can't come to us? We'll come to you! Outreach programs include workshops for children of all ages, adults, and seniors.
Outreach program information
Funding Information and Application Forms
As part of our mandate to create accessible programming, we have secured funding to assist qualifying Manitoba public schools, licenced childcare centres, and non-profit community groups that serve an underserved community with admission and program fees. Some schools may also be eligible for a subsidy for a portion of their transportation costs to Assiniboine Park and Zoo.
If your class, child care centre, or community group is in need of field trip financial assistance and may be considered a rural or low socio-economic school/centre, please fill out the appropriate application form below:
Field Trip Funding Program - Application Form - Registered Daycares
Field Trip Funding Program - Application Form - Schools
Field Trip Funding Program - Application Form - Community Groups
Grade 7 Teacher and Student Residency Opportunity
Dorothy Strelsin Polar Bear Education Program
The goal of the Dorothy Strelsin Polar Bear Education Program is to meaningfully connect students with Polar Bears, going beyond the novelty of a single-day field trip. Through several grant-funded visits to Assiniboine Park, the program fosters learning and engagement outside the classroom and in the community, while supporting students as they develop a sense of agency around the climate crisis. As an opportunity for both students and teachers to immerse themselves in Arctic ecology, the program offers new and exciting ways to create cross-curricular connections, allowing students to understand the true ramifications of a warming Arctic climate.
The program meets curricular outcomes in Grade 7 Science and Social Studies curricula. We are accepting applications from Grade 7 teachers, including multi-grade classrooms that include Grade 7.
The application is now closed.
Please contact our Education & Programs department for more information:
Phone: 204-927-6070
Email: education@assiniboinepark.ca
