The spirit of recycling came to life during a workshop attended by 85 students and parents. Together, they collaborated on crafting two paper mâché sturgeons, using bottles, styrofoam, cardboard, paints, and an array of recycled materials.
The driving force behind this initiative was a dedicated student who successfully secured $500 through the Richmond Cares, Richmond Gives' Youth Neighbourhood Small Grant. Her passion for promoting recycling and engaging the community was evident in her leadership.
The choice of the sturgeon for this project was intentional, drawing a connection to Richmond and highlighting its vulnerability to water pollution. The workshop became a platform for educating participants on sturgeon conservation, emphasizing the urgent need for recycling and environmental stewardship in light of plastic pollution. This creative endeavour created a sense of community and instilled a commitment to environmental responsibility.
