Ontario Nature Blog

After what seemed like a never-ending winter, spring is finally here! Before their school year wraps up in June, Ontario Nature’s Youth Council will host a suite of planting events called Our Special Spaces across the province. Since 2011, hundreds of people have joined Our Special Spaces events, contributing to conservation efforts in their communities. ...

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Ontario’s native pollinators are critical to ensuring effective plant reproduction and maintaining healthy, thriving ecosystems. With habitat loss, pesticide use, and climate change affecting pollinator health, there’s a lot at risk. Ontario Nature Youth Council member Aidan Brushett shares some tips on how you can take action to protect pollinators, starting in your own community. ...

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Ontario Nature Youth Council member Claire Saramaki shares her experiences as an attendee at the Youth Summit for Biodiversity and Environmental Leadership.

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Ethan Elliot— a student and member of Ontario Nature’s Youth Council, has a knack for making things happen. It is no surprise that he has been able to convince his hometown of Stratford to become Ontario’s second Bee City. In taking this step, Stratford has committed to promoting and celebrating pollinator protection. The Bee City ...

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As a Grade 11 student, I see the major impact that technology has on my generation. Technology has allowed communication to become easier, but I realize that at times, many teens overuse it. This results in a disconnection with the world around them and a lack of desire to go outdoors and appreciate the beauty ...

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