© Lora Denis
Cochrane Area Wildfire 2023 © AFFES-MNRF
A federal election is just around the corner and, thankfully, many Ontarians intend to vote with nature in mind. According to a recent poll, more than 80% of Canadians want the federal government to do more to protect wildlife. This builds on polling which puts Ontarians near the top among all provincial voters when it ...
Lyal Island Nature Reserve © Smera Sukumar
Wetlands are some of the most impactful ecosystems in the province. From their role in reducing climate-related impacts, to serving as a nursery for species at risk to mitigating flooding, the ecosystem services they provide are too many to count. Whether you are interested in wildlife conservation, climate action or local activism, understanding wetland conservation ...
Nottawasaga Valley, Greenbelt © John Vetterli CC BY-NC 2.0
Community involvement defines Ontario Nature’s character and approach.Together withour member groups and individual members,we are the voice for nature in Ontario and are buildinga natural legacy for future generations. This year, the awards celebrated 10 inspirational and industrious winners. Please join us in congratulating and thanking therecipients fortheir vital contributions...
The 2021 Youth Summit for Mother Earth connected over 100 youth across Ontario through a weekend-long event held online, providing a meaningful platform to engage youth to protect nature in the spirit and practice of reconciliation. As part of the Youth Summit, challenges planned by youth, for youth, gave participants the chance to spend time in nature ...
January 20, 2022–Guest blogger
Environmental Education•Nature Network•Stewardship and restoration•Youth
Cleanup, July 2021 © Junction Creek Stewardship Committee
In July 2021, Junction Creek Stewardship Committee (JCSC), a grassroots environmental organization in N’Swakamok/ Sudbury, spearheaded a free month-long program for youth aged 13 to 17 to provide accessible nature-based activities that facilitated meaningful connections with nature: Empowering Youth for Junction Creek. The program included activities like outdoor hikes, tree planting, art projects, and discussions ...
Laurel Creek Conservation Area © Carl Hiebert / Grand River Conservation Authority