From Nature Canada:

Have you heard about the federal government’s National Biodiversity Strategy? It’s essentially our country’s game plan to turn the tide on nature loss in Canada.

Let’s make sure our shared values make it into a plan that will set the course on biodiversity recovery for decades. It’s critical that they know we expect:

* Permanent funding for the protection of nature.

* Support for Indigenous-led conservation.

* A real plan to save critical ecosystems like grasslands, forests, wetlands and ocean.

* Accountability to ensure all our governments are doing their part to halt nature destruction.

We know that polluting industries like oil, mining, and forestry will be doing their best to influence this plan. Have YOUR voice heard and ensure we plot a course to nature recovery.

Send a clear message that you care and that you expect our leaders to do better for our planet. And that together we are willing to do what it takes to restore biodiversity and a healthy plant for generations to come.

Add your voice.

From Ontario Nature:

In Ontario, the status of rare species can now be reassessed and downlisted for reasons other than science. Instead of celebrating, conservationists are on high alert. The downlisting of American Ginseng is one such example. Read more.

From Ontario Nature:

Did you know there are over 60 species of native orchids in Ontario? These orchids are found in various ecosystems, including wetlands, forests, and meadows.

To celebrate 10 years of appreciating Canadian nature through photos, Nature Canada has highlighted their favourite unique Photo Contest submissions from previous years. See the photos.

From Ontario Nature:

There is an incredible opportunity right now to purchase a 50-acre parcel of land and expand the Lost Bay Nature Reserve in the globally important Frontenac Arch area of eastern Ontario. And you can help!

Together, we must act swiftly to acquire this unique 50-acre piece of land and protect it forever.

Donate today!

The Muskoka Roastery Coffee Company has announced the launch of their newest sustainability film – Biophilia!

For far too long, mankind has been encroaching on Nature. This film explores the notion that maybe it’s time we let Nature encroach on us.

Join young architecture aficionado Louisa Whitmore as she investigates the concept of biophilic design and its potential to re-connect us with nature. Louisa crosses Canada to meet with activists, architects and researchers who explain how this important movement can work to fulfill our biological human desire to be surrounded by the natural elements.

Watch the film here : https://youtu.be/8G9E9CpR8xA

Our planet’s natural environment is under unprecedented stress. We need systemic change to address the most pressing environmental issues we face today, but there are still many ways that we, as individuals can contribute to restoring a healthy planet by reducing our environmental footprint. Ontario Nature provides some tips.

Ontario Nature is excited to announce the details of their annual Youth Summit! The Summit brings together young people aged 14–20 for a weekend of nature exploration, environmental learning and fun outdoor activities.

For the 2023 Youth Summit, Ontario Nature, the Indigenous Environmental Institute at Trent University, Plenty Canada, and Walpole Island Land Trust will be partnering with leaders on the Youth Council and Youth Circle for Mother Earth’s Coordinating Circle to offer a unique, cross-cultural event for youth from across Ontario. The 2023 summit will be held in-person at Camp Wahanowin, Longford Mills, Ontario from September 22–24, 2023.’

Learn more at ontarionature.org/youth-summit

Did you know that gray tree frogs have the chameleon-like ability to change their color? They can be green or grey to blend in with the surrounding trees and foliage. They also have a unique arboreal lifestyle that sets them apart from other Ontario frogs.

You can hear their melodious trill-like calls in forested habitats on a warm late spring or summer evening.

This species is one of the 199 we observed during our Sauble Dunes Nature Reserve BioBlitz last month!

Learn more about Gray Treefrogs here: https://ow.ly/s7rN50OPEpi

The Sauble Dunes BioBlitz was made possible by a grant from TD and Community Foundation Grey Bruce.