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Reflections of Nature
The desire to capture a moment so it can last for all time must be a fundamental aspect of our nature. As far back as we explore human history, we…
Case Study: Ranchers’ Perspectives on a Successful Grassland Conservation Incentive Program
Cattle ranchers in the Milk River watershed, Saskatchewan, participated in a federally funded program by taking voluntary actions to support rangeland sustainability, habitat conservation and recovery of species at risk.…
Walking in a Winter Wonderland
Working on a winter science project not long ago, my team was struggling to find the groups of elk we needed for the study. Elk were around, but well hidden…
Climate Action – Linking Learning to the Global Sustainable Development Goals
Large-scale environmental challenges require us to work together to affect change. That’s why it’s so important for us to learn more about global issues so we can be empowered to…
The Importance of Protecting Canada’s Biodiversity
It’s not only important to our planet, but to humankind as well When you are someone tuned into conservation issues, there’s a word you’ll no doubt be hearing rather frequently…
The Benefits of Biodiversity
What is the global biodiversity framework about and why does it matter? Canada just hosted an international conference on biodiversity. But what is the global biodiversity framework about and why…
6 Things You Should Do to Help Squirrels in Your Backyard
Squirrels. You either think they’re adorable or a nuisance. I’m not sure why squirrels are so polarizing but they really are! If you fall into the “they’re so cute!” camp,…
Plastic on the Poles
Microplastics have now been found in the Arctic and the Antarctic. Where do we go from here? Microplastics can be defined as tiny plastic particles up to five millimetres in…
Climate Change: Hot or Cold?
Climate change is making winters colder and warmer. How does that work? We hear of climate change making winters colder, but we also hear that climate change is making winters…
Ontario: More Homes for People, Less Homes for Wildlife
As world leaders are set to meet at COP15 and Canada expected to take on the target of 30 per cent of our land being protected by 2030, the Ontario…
