The migratory monarch butterfly fluttered a step closer to extinction on July 21, 20222, as scientists put the iconic orange-and-black insect on the international endangered list because of its fast dwindling numbers.

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In this time of climate change, and loss of habitat, think about supporting this worthy cause…

Nature Canada’s Fund for Reforestation protects and restores Canada’s natural habitats and wildlife, and right now you can double your impact! From now until July 31st your gifts will be matched, dollar for dollar, up to $75,000!

Your gift today will:

• Insisting that the the federal government pick up the pace to plant 2 billion trees in the right places, for the right reasons;
   
• Partnering with Indigenous groups to support reforestation plans and Indigenous-led forest management efforts;
   
• Provide support for community actions, such as helping nature groups do crucial restoration work in your communities, like planting trees or removing invasive species;
   
• Protecting wilderness and wildlife by advocating for new and expanded protected areas and restoration of threatened ecosystems;

Take action right now.

From Ontario Nature:

Please be on the lookout for turtles crossing roads. Seven of their species are listed as at-risk in Ontario. Here’s how you can help them: http://ow.ly/BlbA50JH1vp

The David Suzuki Foundation asks “Should we be working 15-hour weeks?”

“Along with other benefits like increased vacation time and flexibility, and working from home, shorter workweeks not only give people better lives, they’re also good for the environment. Fewer people commuting means reduced pollution, greenhouse gas emissions and traffic congestion.”

Read more at https://davidsuzuki.org/…/should-we-be-working-15-hour…/

From Homegrown National Park:

Firefly populations are declining. We can help by providing the HABITAT they need in our yards and gardens!

Start a New Habitat®

ON THE MAP

Add your new and existing native plantings to our map, and be a critical part of regenerating biodiversity.

map.HomegrownNationalPark.org

From Ontario Nature and Barrie Today: Rare and endangered migratory bird with a global population of fewer than 5,500, was observed in the Township of Essa, Ontario http://ow.ly/40Kr50JxaR3

Woodland Wonders Wildflower expert Brian Carson has made a specialty of finding (and cultivating) rare trillium varieties and mutations –before developers’ bulldozers can wipe out their woodland habitats.

Read the full story here.

From Sheila Fleming:

Community Pitch in Day at the Lawson Nature Reserve on Saturday, June 4, 2022, saw 9 members work diligently fixing the front gate, clearing invasive garlic mustard, painting tables, clearing broken boardwalk and installing a small bridge. A good days work! Thanks to the volunteers who gave their time and effort making the LNR a safe place for our many visitors to this beautiful space.

From WWF-Canada:

Planting season is here, and what you plant matters! Wherever you live in Canada, you can create a wildlife-friendly and climate-resilient garden by growing native plants. Here’s how.

https://wwf.ca/stories/six-easy-steps-to-planting-a-wildlife-friendly-garden-native-plants/

From David Suzuki Foundation:

There are two weeks left to vote for your favourite finalist for this year’s Future Ground Prize, presented by Desjardins Group and supported by Nature’s Way. This special youth edition highlights young changemakers who are working to create a greener and more just future for their communities in Ontario and British Columbia!

By voting, you can help amplify the efforts of our 15 inspiring young finalists and their projects! The project that receives the most votes will win the People’s Choice Prize of $2,500! For a youth group, this will be a tremendous help to ensure the viability of its project!

Vote at https://davidsuzuki.org/take-action/act-locally/future-ground-prize/

The polls will officially close on June 13 at 12 p.m. Eastern and 9 a.m. Pacific. To thank you for your support, all voters will be entered into a draw to win a David Suzuki prize pack, including a one-year family or group pass to National Parks Canada.

The Grand Prize and Rising Star Prize will be determined by our amazing panel of jurors (meet them here). All the winners will be announced at our online event on June 22. Save the date!