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Ontario Nature Blog

Soundwaves at Sydenham River: Tuning into Birds, Forests and Nature

Here’s a not-so- fun fact: bird populations are declining around the world. Since 1970, five...

Boulevard Biodiversity: Legally Naturalizing a Municipality

After retiring from teaching, Jeanne McRight found herself back in the classroom to earn a...

Below the Surface: The Hidden World of Benthic Macroinvertebrates

Imagine yourself near a body of water. Where would you look to find fascinating species...

Here’s How You Can Volunteer to Protect Nature in Ontario

Volunteering for nature can be a rewarding experience. Many of us highly value our experiences...

Become an Advocate

Answer the call of the wild. We provide Advocates for Nature with opportunities to speak up when nature needs you most.

Nature Guides

Ontario Nature’s free guides inform, inspire and bring readers closer to nature. Learn about the province’s fascinating wild species and wild spaces.

Nature Network

Made up of than 150 member groups, the Nature Network is the backbone of Ontario Nature. Together, we lead grassroots conservation initiatives.