Ontario Nature Blog

Ontario is in a mining boom due to the urgent need to wean ourselves off fossil fuels. A transition towards renewable – also known as green – energy is essential to lessen the impacts of climate change. But so-called green energy has its own environmental and social costs, which can’t be overlooked. Renewable energy requires ...

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Lake Couchiching and its surrounding wetlands have long been cherished by residents and visitors alike. It is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, and a popular destination for nature enthusiasts. However, the environmental quality of this idyllic landscape faces a critical challenge from increasing development along its shores. A concerning development proposal ...

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After a decade-long run, Ontario is making some timely adjustments to the provincial Invasive Species Strategic Plan (2012). To guide updates to the plan, the government invited the public to provide their vision for the future of invasive species prevention and management in Ontario. We did just that, incorporating feedback from 19 of our Nature ...

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Clean drinking water is a basic human right and a cornerstone of health, development and prosperity. But behind the readily available water lies a tremendous effort to ensure its quality. How Safe and Clean is Ontario’s Water? According to Ontario Minister of the Environment, Conservation and Parks David Piccini’s annual report on drinking water in ...

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As the year ends, we’re reflecting on our conservation successes in 2023. We could not have done it without you – our members, partners, supporters, Nature Network groups and volunteers. Thank you for making it possible for us to do the work that we are so proud of – protecting Ontario’s wild species and wild ...

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