A New Birding Capital of Canada
Just over a year ago, my friend William von Herff and I made a bet on the following question. By 2028, which regional district would be the best in Canada for birding:...
Category: Nature
Canada’s “Elbows Up” Moment: An Opportunity to Protect our Natural Heritage
Much has been written about the economic threats posed by tariffs and aggression from the government to the south. Billions have already been spent to shield Canadian industries, with tens of billions...
Pollution…from lights? – Nature Canada
On an evening stroll downtown Ottawa I couldn’t help but notice the lack of stars visible in the night sky and compare it to the fast array of starry night skies I...
Marvin Sings… Where Did All the Blue Skies Go?
Tonight this line popped into my head: Woah-oh, oh, mercy, mercy meOh things ain’t what the used to be, no, no,Where did all the blue skies go? This powerful song by Marvin...
NatureHood Program in Newfoundland and Labrador — Nature for New Canadians
Nature Newfoundland and Labrador (Nature NL) joined the NatureHood community in August 2023 with a pilot project to provide fun and educational opportunities primarily for youth members of the Association of New...
Nature is Who We Are: New Survey Confirms it is Core to Canadian Identity
In a wide-ranging survey on national identity, 89% of Canadians identified nature as a key element of what it means to be Canadian — ranking it higher than hockey, medicare and even...
A Unique and Effective Way to Advance Reconciliation across Canada
The National Healing Forests Initiative was started by Patricia Stirbys, a Saulteaux Cree from Cowessess First Nation, and Peter Croal, a retired geologist. It shows how working together can bring about healing...
Together for Nature 2025: A Heartfelt Thank You for Making a Lasting Impact
What a journey it’s been! Our Together for Nature 2025 online auction was met with incredible energy and overwhelming support from across the country. This event wouldn’t have been possible without the...
Celebrating Swifts! World Swift Day 2025
The twittering calls and acrobatic flight of Chimney Swift bring a rush of nostalgia to many Canadians who recall the day when this beloved bird species was common and widespread in our...
Thank You, Scotiabank, for Helping Us Weave a Tapestry of Nature!
Where do we need protected natural spaces? Simply put, where people are. In the heavily populated regions of southern Canada, natural spaces protect wildlife while also serving as buffers against climate impacts...