WNS is Spreading West
[PHOTO CREDIT: KAREN VANDERWOLF/NB MUSERUM] I am sorry to report that WNS has been confirmed in three counties in Michigan, and one county in Wisconsin . In Michigan, five little…
Swimming with Sharks
Guest Blogger: Anthony Joseph Over a five day stretch in February the Canadian Wildlife Federation along with world-record breath-holding free diver and ocean environmentalist William Winram toured across Ontario to…
Science Night!
A few weeks ago Donald McAlpine, a curator at the New Brunswick Museum, and myself visited Princess Elizabeth School to participate in their Science Night program. The program was well…
Triple Your Gift and Help Species At-Risk!
Increased forestry, mining and other industrial activities are taking a toll on the habitat and the health of our wildlife. As Canadians, it is critical that we protect our wild…
The Winter Field Season Has Started Again
[PHOTO CREDIT: KAREN VANDERWOLF/NB MUSEUM] The winter field season has started again and I was out last week to survey an abandoned copper mine. There are still a couple of…
Let’s Give A Hoot About Species At-Risk!
This year’s Walk for Wildlife is extra special. We are raising awareness and funds for species at-risk in Canada, with the burrowing owl being the star of the show. And…
Another Conservation Hero!
[PHOTO CREDIT: LAURA ZIEMBA] Paige Ziemba Lee is a 10 year old with a lot of conservation spirit! After hearing about declining bat numbers and white-nose syndrome, she took it…
It’s Polar Bear Day!
Polar bears are one of the most well-known and recognizable Canadian species. These bears are Canada’s largest land carnivore, with adult males weighing up to 800 kilograms (1,763 pounds). The…
Breeds with Speed
The speed skating competitions begin today in Sochi, Russia. Canadian athletes such as Charles and François Hamelin are out to prove they are the fastest in the world. But how…
