Search Results for
2018
5 Things to Avoid While Camping
Want to be a good camper? Don’t make these mistakes! It may not be an official government proclamation, but in terms of popularity, camping is definitely Canada’s most beloved outdoor…
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…
Legacy Pollutants: From DDT to Neonics, Canada has a Long History of Dealing With Them
More than 50 years ago, Canada banned the use of the insecticide DDT. The Canadian Wildlife Federation (CWF) was part of the movement pushing for this historic ban because the…
7 Ways to Make Your Lawn a Place of Refuge for Pollinators
Our Pollinators are in Trouble – Your Lawn Could Make All the Difference Our pollinators are dwindling at a terrifying rate. Approximately 28 per cent of North America’s bumble bees…
Surprising Heroes in the Fight Against Climate Change
The fight against climate change is real. There’s 42 per cent more carbon dioxide floating around in the atmosphere today than before the Industrial Revolution reared its ugly head. Without…
The Road to Recovery
Are roadsides, transmission lines and pipelines the key to pollinator conservation? Canada’s network of rights-of-way — roadsides, transmission lines and pipelines — represent a unique opportunity for pollinator conservation. Along…
At the Heart of the Matter
This Valentine’s Day, get acquainted with the organ that goes pitter-patter and ka-thunk, ka-thunk. The heart. A Tiny Ticker It makes perfect sense that a tiny mammal would have a…
All in the Family
In honour of Family Day let’s explore the strong family bonds in the animal kingdom. Mommy’s Boys Did you know that female killer whales have the longest post-reproductive lifespan of…
Money Talks: Our Wildlife Saves Us Millions of Dollars a Year
Wildlife provides us with many benefits that are crucial to our survival, the environment and economy. Yet, these services can go unnoticed by so many of us. It’s not until…
How Do Animals Survive the Winter in Canada?
While some species decide to leave the region when winter lays its icy grip at our door, others brave the storm. Let’s take a look at how some of these…