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Autumn Bloomers — Plants that support fall migrators
We can add beauty to our garden and support local and migratory wildlife with plants that bloom from early spring through late fall. Here are some great Canadian natives that…
Invasive Alien Species 101: What You Need to Know
When non-native animals, plants and organisms enter a new region due to human activities, they become alien species. If these species begin to flourish at the expense of native ones,…
Grassland Birds are Declining – Insects Could be the Reason
In the last 50 years, bird populations that live in Canada’s prairies have declined by 60 per cent. Given the size of these populations, this means that millions of birds…
Living Life for Living Labs This Summer
At the Canadian Wildlife Federation, we are deeply involved in grassland carbon science. Our interest is not only in mitigating climate change, but also on how efforts to store carbon…
CWF Partners with Girl Guides of Canada!
As you may have heard, we have a current partnership with the Girl Guides of Canada for their National Service Project — Action for Wildlife! Every few years, Girl Guides…
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”…
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…
Why Whales Matter
The Vital Role that Whales Play in Marine Ecosystems The giants in our oceans contribute significantly to the marine ecosystem, both in life and in death. While they swim across…
