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January 13, 2021–John Hassell
Laurel Creek Conservation Area © Carl Hiebert / Grand River Conservation Authority
What’s next after the gutting of Conservation Authorities? On December 8th, the Ontario government passed a new law which seriously weakened Conservation Authorities, allowing the province to turn its back on science-based planning. This means that new developments that could cause floods or landslides and destroy protected and ecologically sensitive lands can be ordered to go ...
Matchedash Wildlands, Severn River © Douglas Hunter
Conservation can be an uphill battle, but it’s a winnable one. As we reflect on this past year and look ahead to the new year, Ontario Nature will continue to support a science-based approach to conservation and fight alongside you to protect our environment. Below are some of the exciting projects we have planned for ...
November 25, 2020–Noah Cole
American bullfrog © Joe Crowley
After 10 years of data collection, the Ontario Reptile and Amphibian Atlas Program is wrapping up with a final database consisting of over 480,000 records. This represents the cumulative efforts of more than 12,000 researchers, naturalists and citizen scientists from across the province. Ontario Nature staff and partners are producing a publication outlining key trends and conservation priorities for Ontario’s reptiles and amphibians. Join Ontario Nature’s Conservation Projects Coordinator, Brittney Vezina, and former Ontario Nature staff member and ...
November 18, 2020–Noah Cole
Monarch and coneflowers © April Mathes
Ontario Nature is excited to be teaming up with Quest Nature Tours to take you to some of Ontario’s most spectacular nature hot spots. Join Ontario Nature’s conservation projects and education manager, Emma Horrigan, for a virtual tour of Ontario Nature’s Stone Road Alvar Nature Reserve on Pelee Island. Thousands of songbirds and butterflies pass through the ...
November 14, 2020–Noah Cole
Common loon and chick © Peter Ferguson
Our members are the heart and soul of Ontario Nature. Join us to hear about our collective achievements from the past year, our vision for the year ahead and to elect new board members. You will also have an opportunity to participate in a fun nature quiz with prizes. To confirm your attendance for this ...
Pickering, Ajax © Joe Mabel