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Ontario’s Hidden Nightlife: The Fascinating World of Mothing

January 8, 2026–Adam Fritz

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)•How To•Pollinators

Luna moth © Stephanie Muckle

“I’m in a bit of a moth phase,” a park ranger friend of mine mentioned as I scrolled through his latest iNaturalist observations. I tried to cloak my inner voices ...

Boulevard Biodiversity: Legally Naturalizing a Municipality

September 18, 2025–Erin Kobayashi

Campaigns and advocacy•Gardening•Habitat•How To•Pollinators

Pollinator-friendly habitat along a boulevard © Blooming Boulevards

After retiring from teaching, Jeanne McRight found herself back in the classroom to earn a horticulture diploma from the University of Guelph. Among her assignments? Create an urban sustainability project ...

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

September 4, 2025–Ron Corkum

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)•How To•Reduce Your Footprint•Stewardship and restoration

Tree planting event, Sydenham River Nature Reserve © Alyssa Stephens

Volunteering for nature can be a rewarding experience. Many of us highly value our experiences with nature, deriving satisfaction from contributing to the enhancement of the natural environment, sharing knowledge ...

Stand Up for Nature on Ontario’s Environmental Registry

May 16, 2025–Kellsie Bonnyman

Campaigns and advocacy•Environmental Education•How To

In Ontario, everyone has an interest in, and indeed, the right to speak up for matters impacting the fundamentals of life: air, soil, water and wildlife. These rights are protected ...

Healing Through Nature

April 10, 2025–Noah Cole

How To•Nature Reserves•Recreation and Events

I find spending tranquil time in nature allows me to connect and reflect, reducing the stresses of modern life. Last spring, I visited four of Ontario Nature’s properties to experience ...

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