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Navigating Eco-Anxiety: How to Stay Positive and Take Action

April 24, 2024–Susan Sheard

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How To•Reduce Your Footprint

Global Climate Strike Toronto © Aidan Brushett

There’s mounting evidence suggesting that most people worldwide are worried about the planet’s future. In fact, 80% of respondents to a Global Trends Survey covering 50 countries believe “we are ...

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Educational Resources for Teachers and Students: Integrating the Ontario Reptile and Amphibian Atlas into the Classroom

April 17, 2024–Ontario Nature Staff

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Community Science•Environmental Education•Reptiles and Amphibians

Reptile and Amphibian Day, Rouge Valley Conservation Centre © Kavita Dogra

The world of conservation is vast and intricate. A major challenge lies in fostering an understanding and appreciation of nature from a young age. One powerful approach to achieving this ...

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Saving Ontario’s Disappearing Wetlands – the Goulbourn Wetland Complex

April 11, 2024–Janet Stavinga

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Conservation News•Campaigns and advocacy•Habitat•Nature Network•Wetlands

Lookout over the Goulbourn Wetland Complex, a provincially significant wetland, at the headwaters of Poole Creek, along the Trans Canada Trail just west of Stittsville. © Brian Beattie

In a province already experiencing extensive wetland loss, one would think all efforts would be made to protect those that remain. However, from March 2023 to March 2024, over 156 ...

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Monarch Butterflies in Ontario and How You Can Help

April 4, 2024–Alex Bauman

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Conservation News

Monarch butterfly on Spotted Joe-pyeweed © Bill McDonald

As spring unfolds and summer draws nearer, many migratory species are making their way back to Ontario. One such species is the iconic monarch butterfly. Their long journey is a ...

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Troubled Turtles Gain Momentum with Grassroots Supporters

March 27, 2024–Guest blogger

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Conservation News•Habitat•Reptiles and Amphibians•Stewardship and restoration

Blanding's and painted turtles, Toronto © Matt MacGillivray CC BY 2.0

Turtles are among the most vulnerable species on the planet. Thankfully, in some parts of Ontario, community groups are stepping up to protect turtles. Keep on reading to learn more ...

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