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Get Ready for the First-Ever CWF Great Canadian Bioblitz!
As the vibrant hues of summer begin to fade into the rich golds and reds of fall, nature enters a period of transition. For many species, this is a time…
What Can iNaturalist Tell Us About the Yellow-Banded Bumble Bee?
Did you know that out of 800 species of bees in Canada approximately 45 are bumble bees? Notable by their telltale fuzzy yellow-and-black patterned bodies and way of almost “bumbling”…
Restoring Canada’s Ancient Aquatic Migration Routes
Many of Canada’s lakes, streams and rivers are part of ancient migratory routes that have been travelled by aquatic species for thousands of years. At various stages of life, salmon,…
Welcoming Sean Southey : A New Chapter for the Canadian Wildlife Federation
We are excited to announce that Sean Southey is joining the Canadian Wildlife Federation as our new CEO. His arrival marks the start of an exciting new chapter for CWF,…
6 Practical Tips to Help Protect Our Marine Mammals
Canada’s whales are in trouble. Over half of the 40 whales species that call Canada’s waters home are at risk of extinction. They face all sorts of threats from marine…
The Growing Threat of Microplastics to Marine Giants
Understanding the Invisible Danger Microplastics Pose to Whales and Marine Ecosystems Did you know that a staggering 92 per cent of the 5.25 trillion plastic particles floating on our oceans…
How to Attract Snakes to Your Garden
Approximately 10 per cent of the globe’s population have a fear of snakes. Admittedly no one would want to run into a Black Mamba or King Cobra in the wild.…
Recovering the Rare Carolina Wood Vetch
Oak Savannah ecosystems of southern Ontario are home to some very rare and unique plant species including Sundial Lupine and Carolina Wood-Vetch. Both of these spring wildflowers are members of…
5 Reasons Why the Blanding’s Turtle is so Special
Here at the Canadian Wildlife Federation, we love all turtles, but the Blanding’s Turtle is special. Here’s why: 1. A Striking Reptile It is a strikingly attractive turtle with its…
Q&A With a Fish Harvester: On-Demand Fishing as a Solution to Mitigate North Atlantic Right Whale Entanglements
Looking Through a New Lens at the Fishing Industry and Marine Wildlife The issue of entanglement of our marine animals in fishing gear has been a hot topic for a…
