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Volunteers Are What Makes Wildlife Organizations Work
International Volunteer Year (IVY) 2026 is the United Nations’ (UN) call to celebrate all that our volunteers achieve. This is especially true when working towards the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable…
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…
NOT Just Another Awards Program
Celebrating the people behind conservation success is as important as the work itself. The Canadian Wildlife Federation is excited to introduce the CWF True North Wildlife Conservation Awards. It is…
- Coasts & Oceans
- Connecting With Nature
- Education & Leadership
- Endangered Species & Biodiversity
- Forests & Fields
- Lakes & Rivers
Nature-based Education in Spring: The Thaw
As winter loosens its grip and the landscape begins to thaw, April marks a time of renewed energy in Canada’s ecosystems. Meltwater flows through forests and wetlands, early plants push…
Canada’s Wild Classrooms
Canada’s wildlife and wild spaces are full of stories worth discovering — from tiny pollinators to iconic mammals and the diverse ecosystems that sustain them. To support educators across the…
WILD Spaces: Water & Shelter
Every wildlife‑friendly space needs food, water, shelter and earth-friendly gardening practices (no pesticide use). Now that you’ve connected with your outdoor space and started planning your native plant garden, it’s…
- Coasts & Oceans
- Connecting With Nature
- Education & Leadership
- Endangered Species & Biodiversity
- Forests & Fields
- Lakes & Rivers
Mitreworts
Mitreworts are delightful woodland plants in the Saxifrage family. Canada has two species, Naked Mitrewort (Mitella nuda) and Two-leaved Mitrewort (Mitella diphylla), both of which are also called Bishop’s Cap,…
Native Wild Strawberries: Sweet Additions to Your Garden
A beloved Canadian tradition in the summer months is to go strawberry picking with family or friends. To be out amongst rows of strawberry plants, eagerly peeking through their leaves…
Winners of the 2025 Reflections of Nature Photo Contest
The Canadian Wildlife Federation is proud to celebrate 22 photographers from coast to coast for their stunning images showcasing the beauty of Canada’s wildlife. This year, we received more than…
