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Welcome Back, Monarchs!
The Monarch Butterflies are back after a long winter in Mexico! On April 26, 2026, a Monarch was sighted feeding on nectar in Toronto, ON. This year, we expect the Monarchs to…
Can We Save the Bobolink?
Nesting is not so easy for this prairie songbird The cheery “chee, chee, chee” song of the Boblink inspired renown poet, William Cullen Bryant to write a poem about this…
Five Reasons Why Bees Avoid the Fluffiest Flowers
Gardening can be a fun and fulfilling way to help wildlife — but beware of the floral showstoppers. The more lush and colourful cultivars and hybrids of popular plants may…
NOT Just Another Awards Program
Celebrating the people behind conservation success is as important as the work itself. The Canadian Wildlife Federation is excited to introduce the CWF True North Wildlife Conservation Awards. It is…
- Coasts & Oceans
- Connecting With Nature
- Education & Leadership
- Endangered Species & Biodiversity
- Forests & Fields
- Lakes & Rivers
Nature-based Education in Spring: The Thaw
As winter loosens its grip and the landscape begins to thaw, April marks a time of renewed energy in Canada’s ecosystems. Meltwater flows through forests and wetlands, early plants push…
Canada’s Wild Classrooms
Canada’s wildlife and wild spaces are full of stories worth discovering — from tiny pollinators to iconic mammals and the diverse ecosystems that sustain them. To support educators across the…
Top Three Reasons Not to Garden With Peat Moss
The harvesting of Canada’s peatlands is a growing concern for conservationists. These unique ecosystems are very different from other wetlands. The top layer of this habitat is made up of…
Winners of the 2025 Reflections of Nature Photo Contest
The Canadian Wildlife Federation is proud to celebrate 22 photographers from coast to coast for their stunning images showcasing the beauty of Canada’s wildlife. This year, we received more than…
The Secret Is Out
When grassland scientists, conservationists, managers and advocates get together, it is like being part of a secret club. Sometimes being part of a small, exclusive group feels good. We have…
How to Help Blue Whales
Did you know the Blue Whale has the largest heart of any wildlife species in the world? The heart of a blue whale weighs approximately 180 kg, which is 640…
