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The Incredible Dragonfly

From the Upper Thames River Conservation Authority

Evolving some 300 million years ago – long before dinosaurs – dragonflies were one of the first winged insects to inhabit the Earth!

Sitting in the middle of the food chain, they are an important part of freshwater ecosystems as they regulate insect populations and provide important food to predators. As adults, they pluck insects like mosquitoes and midges out of the air and consume them in flight! A single dragonfly can eat 30-100 mosquitoes and biting flies in a day.

Their unique, two-winged design makes dragonflies incredibly agile in the air. They are considered the fastest insect, being clocked at speeds of over 50 km/hour. They can fly in any direction, hover in place, and make 360 degree turns.

These docile insects do not bite or sting and, in fact, it is considered good luck if one lands on you.

Find out more about the incredible dragonfly.

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Yes To More National Urban Parks In Our Backyards

From Nature Canada:

Be a YIMBY and say “Yes In My Backyard!” to more National Urban Parks!

You may know the saying “Not In My Backyard” (NIMBY) so lets put a positive twist on it and push for more green spaces right where we live. National Urban Parks bring nature closer, enhance biodiversity, and offer everyone a chance to connect with the outdoors. Let’s support the creation of these parks and welcome them into our neighborhoods!

Read more about the benefits of National Urban Parks.

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Let Nature-Restricting Bylaws Be Bygones

From: David Suzuki Foundation

People throughout Canada are habitat gardening as a tangible, hope-filled response to the interconnected climate and biodiversity crises. But some municipal bylaws and enforcement policies limit rewilding. Help habitat gardens flourish. Tell your local government to update its bylaws for biodiversity! Learn more at https://davidsuzuki.org/action/bylaws-for-biodiversity

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City of Brampton And TRCA Contribute Over 1900 Hectares Of Natural Heritage Lands Towards Canada’s 30×30 Conservation Target

From Nature Canada:

Exciting news! Our Nature Network Partner Ontario Nature worked with the City of Brampton – Your Local Government and Toronto and Region Conservation Authority to help them contribute over 1,900 hectares of land towards Canada’s international commitment to protect 30 per cent of lands and waters by 2030 (30×30)!

This milestone showcases the crucial role municipalities play in caring for our natural spaces and bringing us closer the 30×30 commitment. Thanks to the groundwork and the ongoing dedication of our partners, we’re celebrating this significant achievement.

Read more here:https://ontarionature.org/news-release/brampton-and-trca-contribute-over-1900-hectares-to-canada-30×30-conservation-target/