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Kids Right to Know

Canada

Environment & ClimateAnimal welfareHuman rightsChildren & Youth
NGOFounded 2010National reach
Profile last updated: May 3, 2026

About

Founded in 2010, Kids Right to Know is a non-governmental organisation based in Canada working on environment & climate, animal welfare, human rights +3 more.

Kids Right to Know is a not-for-profit organisation founded by activist Rachel Parent. It educates young people about environmental awareness, food safety, agriculture, climate change, animal welfare and human rights, encouraging informed and healthier choices for humans, animals and the planet. Its work includes awareness campaigns, school and public talks, documentary screenings, online educational materials and videos, and a youth-led community garden in York Region, Ontario. Its campaigns have focused on GMO labelling in Canada and opposition to gene editing, and it promotes regenerative agriculture, soil health and pollinator protection. Its messaging reaches young people in Canada and internationally.

Location

Canada

Founded

2010

Organisation type

NGO

Focus areas

environmentclimate changeGMO labellinggene editingregenerative agricultureyouth educationanimal welfarepollinatorscommunity garden

Languages

EN

Causes & programmes

Causes

Environment & ClimateAnimal welfareHuman rightsChildren & YouthNature & Wildlife conservationWater & Sanitation

Works for

YouthChildrenCommunitiesAnimals

How they work

Awareness & educationAdvocacy & campaigningCommunity programmesVolunteer programmes

Programmes

Kids Right to Know Community Garden

Environment & Climate · Canada

Youth-led community garden in York Region, Ontario, teaching food growing, regenerative agriculture and pollinator protection. Most produce is donated to local charities and organisations.

Countries of operation

Canada

Funding & support

Ways to support

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