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2020-03-10

Lanark County Lanark County is a rural municipality in eastern Ontario – to the west of Ottawa, Ontario – managing approximately 600 kilometres of county roads. Since 2016, Lanark County has followed an integrated vegetation management (IVM) plan to control invasive plants, especially wild parsnip, that encroach on pollinator habitat. In addition to controlling invasive plants, the goal of the IVM plan was also to re-establish desirable native vegetation along roadsides. To achieve these goals, Lanark County changed mowing practices, implemented integrated control measures to reduce impact to desirable vegetation (i.e. targeted spot spraying, hand control of invasives, reseeding disturbed sites, etc.), and improved hydroseeding practices with native seed to promote pollinators. Lanark County has been successful in reducing invasive plant infestations and improving pollinator habitat on almost 450 hectares of rural roads, and now has the opportunity to share some lessons learned with other municipalities about how they can help improve pollinator habitat along roadsides.

2022-09-27

In this presentation, Kyle will discuss how factors such as size, shape, seasonality, habitat, and field marks can help identify birds. He will use his images of common species to provide examples and specify what to be wary of. Finally, he will give tips and tricks that can lead to better bird photos. Tuesday, September 27, 12-1pm ET.

2026-06-25

Learn about Canada’s seven kinds of pollinators and their importance in our daily lives. We’ll also give you lots of simple yet powerful tips to help these tiny allies in your outdoor space and resources to help you along.

2023-10-19

Are you an organization, city, or group with a passion for nature and community engagement? Are you interested in hosting a City Nature Challenge (CNC) event in 2024? If so, this is your chance to discover how you can be part of an exciting initiative that celebrates biodiversity, citizen science, and community collaboration. This session is hosted by James Pagé, Species at Risk Specialist, David DeRocco and Acacia Frempong-Manso, iNaturalist Engagement Coordinator. In this engaging and informative session, the Canadian Wildlife Federation (CWF), the leading organization for CNC in Canada, guides you through the City Nature Challenge. By attending this information session, you will gain a deeper understanding of the City Nature Challenge, discover the potential it holds for your organization or city, and learn how you can make a meaningful impact on biodiversity conservation. This session is tailored for potential organizers, not just participants, so you can gain the knowledge and resources needed to successfully host a CNC event in 2024.

2025-02-05

Ever wondered what animals do when the temperature drops? Join us as we dive into the fascinating world of winter wildlife! From hibernation to migration to adaptation, we’ll explore the strategies our furry friends use to thrive in the cold. As humans, we don’t hibernate or migrate (well, some of us do!), but we do adapt to winter conditions in our own unique ways. Get inspired to bundle up and head outside through this interactive lesson with the Canadian Wildlife Federation! All registrants will receive a Winter Resource Kit containing activities to inspire further outdoor exploration!

2026-06-26

Handout on pollinators

2022-05-01

2026-06-26

Our native wildflowers should not be considered weeds. In fact, many sport gorgeous blooms that add a bril-liant and welcome splash of colour to any garden. Since Canada boasts such an incredible diversity of native flowers, you’ll inevitably find a species that fits, whether you have a sun, shade, bog, or rock garden.

2026-06-26

The brilliance of our many butterflies adds beauty to any garden. The vibrant orange and black of monarchs or the dazzling tiger stripes of swallowtails add contrast among the blooms. Other species may lack some of this glamour but are welcome visitors none the less for the gentle cheer they bring.

2026-06-26

Canada’s pollinators play a critical role in our ecosystems, food production and economy through pollination. Some are also important in pest control. These tiny allies face many challenges, such as pesticide use and loss of habitat, making it more important than ever to support them. A great place to start is to ensure your outdoor space is pollinator-friendly.