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2018
Meet the 2018 Conservation Achievement Award Winners, Honouring Canadians From Coast to Coast
The Canadian Wildlife Federation is proud to announce the winners of its national conservation awards. This year’s recipients represent seven provinces and countless Canadians who are making a profound and…
We Give a Hoot About the Burrowing Owl
Owls. Spooky solitary birds of the night, hunting from their high perch to silently swoop down to catch an unsuspecting prey. Is this true of all owls? Every rule has…
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…
Discovering Canada’s Hidden Wildlife with iNaturalist
Frequent users of the iNaturalist app and its online platform understand the potential for discovery inherent in its use. A recent example of this happened in the Brantford, Ontario area,…
Silent Night: Canada’s Stealthiest Winter Wildlife
Winter nights can feel quiet, even still. But behind the hush, wildlife is up to some pretty clever (and surprisingly quiet) moves. Let’s meet four of Canada’s stealthiest creatures and…
Up to Bat
Could Probiotics Slow the Spread of White-nose Syndrome in Western Canada? Alberta researchers are stepping up to the plate in the fight against a deadly fungus that has decimated populations…
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The Spooky Side of Wildlife
Let’s boo this! As Halloween approaches, we start thinking about haunted houses, creepy crawlies and spooky stories. But what if the real trick is that the so-called monsters of Halloween…
Nature-based Education: Trees, Leaves & Seeds
As leaves change and seeds spread, fall becomes a living classroom full of learning opportunities. Whether you’re in a kindergarten class or a high school lab, nature-based learning can ground…
Summer Power Hour
10 Things You Can Do to Make Your Garden Grow in Less Than an Hour a Week! Whether you’re retired or you have a full-time job, some people just don’t…
Make Your Cottage a Haven for Wildlife
If you’re lucky enough to have a cottage, you know how much of a haven it is for you. It’s a place to disconnect from the hustle and bustle of…