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Mass Mortality of 142 Turtles Calls for Increased Conservation Efforts

May 1, 2026–Grace McGrenere

Conservation News•Reptiles and Amphibians•Species at Risk•Water

Opinicon Lake © Carolyn Appotive CC BY 2.0

In 2022, Carleton University biologist, Grégory Bulté arrived at Opinicon Lake for his first day of field work for the season. Bulté has been studying and tracking northern map turtles ...

Volunteer for Pollinators: Join Community Science in Ontario

April 23, 2026–Liz Ellis

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)•How To•Pollinators•Wild Species

A child observing monarch butterflies, Tommy Thompson Park © Leslie Bol

With National Volunteer Week now underway, it’s an ideal time to reflect on the role people play in protecting Ontario’s biodiversity. Community science is one meaningful way to get involved. ...

Recycling in Ontario: Your Questions Answered

April 16, 2026–Macey Whiteside

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)•Reduce Your Footprint

Household recycling bin © SmartSign CC BY 2.0

Recycling in Ontario is changing in a big way. As of January 1, 2026, the province has fully transitioned to a new Blue Box system that changes who is responsible ...

Why Ontario’s 2026 Budget Fails Nature and What It Means for Us

April 9, 2026–Jenna Kip

Campaigns and advocacy•Climate Change•Protected Places

Ontario’s 2026 Budget, A Plan to Protect Ontario, arrives with familiar promises of economic resilience and infrastructure growth. But beneath the surface, a persistent gap remains: meaningful investments in nature. ...

Rabbits and Hares: The Unsung Heroes of Ontario’s Ecosystem

April 2, 2026–Erin Kobayashi

How To•Stewardship and restoration•Wild Species

Rabbits and hares are often overlooked, even though they are a crucial part of our ecosystems serving as a key food source for many species and even an indicator of ...

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