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November 12, 2025–Tony Morris
Conservation News•Campaigns and advocacy•Nature Network•Recreation and Events
Inaugural Nature at Queen's Park © John Hassell
On the first day Members of Provincial Parliament (MPPs) were back in fall session after an extended 137-day break, Ontario Nature hosted its inaugural Nature at Queen’s Park. This event was an opportunity for Ontario Nature, its Nature Network and partners to raise the profile of nature conservation amongst provincial decision-makers at the Legislation Assembly ...
Club mosses, Altberg Wildlife Sanctuary Nature Reserve © Noah Cole
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 the healing qualities and the beauty of nature. Read on for the highlights. April I had the chance to visit Petrel Point Nature Reserve during ...
Woman's Day - Birds of America, 1963 © Carol VanHook CC BY-SA 2.0
Birds play a vital role in the health and well-being of people and the planet. Among other benefits, they: I could go on. To celebrate our feathered friends and to take your avian appreciation to new heights, read on to discover books that explore different types of birds, bird behaviour, the ingenuity of birds and ...
May 23, 2024–Guest blogger
Indigenous Relations•Recreation and Events•Reduce Your Footprint
Growing public awareness about the impacts of tourism on the environment is spurring a movement towards sustainable travel. Travellers are looking to reconnect with nature through meaningful experiences that are immersive, low impact and give back to communities. In Ontario, sustainable travel is flourishing thanks to our unique flora and fauna, and varied outdoor opportunities. ...
Old Baldy Conservation Area © Luke Cole
Hiking helps me find tranquillity, exercise and reduce stress. I’m drawn to the allure of seeing flocks of shorebirds, turtles basking, majestic vistas and so much more. However, those who have not done much hiking may not know where to start. Here are tips to help those seeking to get closer to nature and plan ...
Laurel Creek Conservation Area © Carl Hiebert / Grand River Conservation Authority