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Eastern Ontario’s Own Turtle Island
Even during the pandemic, the Friends of Petrie Island (FOPI) turtle conservation initiatives continued. Petrie Island — located in Orleans (East end of Ottawa) — was purchased in the late…
Knowledge Gaps as Big as a Whale
We know frustratingly little about these massive creature’s movements. We know even less about where they congregate and why, how they choose their migration routes and what causes these to…
How To Remove a Dam: A Case Study
A key motivation for many dam removals is their aging infrastructure. Dams have limited lifetimes, large numbers of which have now been exceeded and need to be decommissioned responsibly. It…
Let’s Focus on Fish
Did you know that more than half of Canada’s freshwater fish are at risk of extinction? We have lost 13 species or unique populations (10 are already Extinct, three are…
Simple Ways to Go Green in Your Kitchen
Who doesn’t love an entire room dedicated to storing, preparing and enjoying food? Whether you’re unloading groceries or cooking a meal with family, the kitchen is one of the most…
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Thankful for Wildlife in 2020
This was an interesting year for Canadians — and the Canadian Wildlife Federation. In March, when our scientists and educators were gearing up to start their summer field season, COVID-19…
Virtual Road Trip: Paddling Canada’s West Coast
Final Stop! Get ready to explore the wild, untamed beaches and lush coastal temperate rainforest of Vancouver Island – the final stop on our virtual cross-Canada road trip. Home to…
Absolutely Everyone Agrees: It’s Time to Invest in Trees!
With the motto “Let’s Build Back Better,” Canadian government and private sector take a look at post-COVID long-term economic recovery and find natural infrastructure is the way to go. On…
10 Amazing Facts About Whales That You Probably Didn’t Know
Discover fascinating facts about these mysterious, intelligent and beautiful animals. Cetaceans – whales, dolphins, and porpoises – are found throughout the world’s oceans, with 90 species worldwide and over 30…
Make a Splash! Fish-focused Activities for Kids
School may be drawing to a close later this month, but as a parent or teacher, you can still make a splash at home with these fish-focused learning activities! Kids…
