Ontario Nature Blog

This Giving Tuesday, Ontario Nature is raising funds to protect endangered species. There are about 270 species at risk in Ontario. But thanks to the dedication and hard work of many people across the province, some species at risk are experiencing positive gains that give us hope for the future. Take the mottled duskywing, for ...

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In 2015, Ontario Nature supporter Dianne Fahselt made a gift of 16.5 hectares of upland forest in Grey County through Canada’s Ecological Gifts Program. The land had been logged extensively when she acquired the property in 1980. Today, floral surveys reveal 253 plant species, including 2 horsetails, 3 club mosses, 19 ferns, 27 trees, 172 ...

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Maps are a tool used by environmental organizations to tell stories more effectively. They can be used, for example, to visualize data, illustrate environmental issues, reveal trends and monitor environmental injustices. At Ontario Nature, we use maps to track candidate areas for permanent protection, create management plans for our 26 nature reserves, and develop long-term ...

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Ontario Nature’s 26 nature reserves protect some of the province’s best remaining examples of imperiled and vulnerable habitats. Ontario Nature is seeking volunteers to become nature reserve stewards. As a steward, you will play a pivotal role in the conservation and responsible management of our nature reserves. All of them showcase unique ecological features and ...

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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 about some of the people and groups who are working to help our province’s turtles. Lesley Rudy who is Ontario Nature’s Nature Network Organizer is ...

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