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Seven Things to do in Your Garden this August
It’s hot out there isn’t it? Your garden could use a little help when the temperatures rise. So grab an iced tea (for your own refreshment!), and give your backyard…
Four Ways to Fight Biting Bugs
If you’re practically lathering calamine lotion on your body to stop the itch, it might be worth investing in some friends. Bug-eating friends, that is. Attract birds Grow a variety…
How can I let my cat go outside but deter it from killing birds?
Each year in Canada, between 100 and 350 million birds are estimated to be killed by cats, not to mention the small mammals that fall prey to this non-native species.…
Forest Fires in Western Canada
Our thoughts go out to those of you who have been affected by the wildfires in Northern Saskatchewan, Alberta and British Columbia this summer. Our thanks go out to those…
Are You Going Camping this Summer?
Are you planning your camping trip for the summer? We hope so! It’s time to pack up your gear, dust off your tent and get outside, Canada! Encourage your friends,…
Your Rivers to Oceans Week Pictures
We’re so happy that so many of you agreed to snap some pics of how you celebrated Rivers to Oceans Week! It might have ended yesterday but there’s still time…
New Report Confirms Kids Should Spend More Time Outdoors
The newly released report provides clear evidence that kids are spending too much time learning indoors. The 2015 ParticipACTION Report Card on Physical Activity for Children and Youth, gives Canadian…
Human Interactions On The Water
MANY SPECIES of Canadian marine animals migrate into our waters every year. As we use the same waters, it is our responsibility to be mindful of these marine animals, their…
Happy Earth Day!
Photo by: Andre Denis This Earth Day, why not pledge to make a difference to one of the endangered critters that visits your backyard. The monarch butterfly boasts a…
The Rollercoaster that is Sailing Across the Southern Ocean
A sailing race across the southern ocean – what a rollercoaster! CWF’s Damian Foxall describes conditions on the boat half way through leg five of the 2015 Volvo Ocean Race.…
