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Five Options for Alternative Composting
This could equally be called “How To Compost When You Can’t”, which is the situation I’m in right now. I’ve been fortunate to have often lived somewhere with a garden.…
Celebrating the Work of Canadian Conservationists During Black History Month
Four Young Idealists Helping Inspire a Brighter Future for Wildlife While Canada recognizes and celebrates past individual achievements during Black History Month, the Canadian Wildlife Federation is celebrating the current…
A Critical Drop: Why a Tri-National Commitment is Vital to Monarch Butterfly Recovery
This is part one of a three-part series on the Monarch Butterfly Recovery written by the Canadian Wildlife Federation’s Senior Terrestrial Biologist Carolyn Callaghan. As I write this blog, I…
Feathered Neighbours: How birds adapted to European colonialism
Seven birds that grew alongside human development and activity. As European colonists carved their way into Canada’s scenery, constructing buildings and homes, cultivating an agricultural industry and more, many birds…
Wonderful News For World Wetlands Day
On February 2, 2024, the world celebrates wetlands and human well-being. This is a great opportunity to showcase one of our fish passage projects in British Columbia. Turning the Tides…
How Climate Change is Impacting the Migratory Behaviour of Arctic Whales
It’s not just Polar Bears being impacted by climate change Climate change is driving up temperatures in the Arctic at three times the global annual average. There are numerous affects…
4 DIY Wildlife-friendly Winter Decoration Ideas (With Step-by-Step Instructions)
‘Tis the Season to Deck the Halls! Kitting out your home with seasonal decorations can be fun and festive, but not necessarily free. But covering your lawn with inflatable decorations…
How to Prep Your Pond for Winter
Five questions to ask yourself before you put your pond to bed From damselflies to salamanders, various wild critters benefit from the food, water and shelter that a pond can…
A Smack of What?! Fun and quirky collective nouns of Canadian species
We have lots of different creatures in Canada from Polar Bears to bats to salamanders and everything in between. While some are more solitary wanderers, many are seen repeatedly in…
Birdwatching 101
Move over crocheting. Birdwatching is the best hobby for Canadians – especially for those that want to boost their mental health! Canada is home to over 450 native bird species,…
