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  • Guides, Infographics & Posters

    Guides, Infographics & Posters

    Take a closer look at the ways in which we’ll help you access the facts about wildlife. Whether it’s discovering the Hinterland Who’s Who animal fact sheets, or ordering our handy field guide to Canada’s prevalent shoreline species. This content is available to our CWF Supporters and online members. Please sign in to order your free materials.

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  • Colouring Pages

    Colouring Pages

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  • Wildlife E-cards

    Wildlife E-cards

    Send Dad a wildlife e-card! You cherish our wonderful wildlife and now you can send e-greetings that reflect your love of nature.  We have developed a wide array of wildlife ecards for every occasion for you to share with your family and friends!

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  • Podcasts

    Podcasts

    Listen to podcasts on all sorts of topics relating to wildlife-friendly gardening, from its benefits, including children, soil health and more.

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  • CWF Wallpapers

    CWF Wallpapers

    Your desktop is the perfect habitat for this wild wallpaper. Download CWF wallpapers!

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  • WILD Webinars

    WILD Webinars

    With topics relating to conservation, wildlife and habitat, we provide a relevant online learning platform, typically for grades four to six but of benefit to any age.

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From easy-to-use apps designed as tools for your citizen science projects to picturesque wallpaper images for your computer, CanadianWildlifeFederation.ca offers a variety of useful downloads for your PC and mobile devices.

Coasts & Oceans

  • Marine Conservation: What You Can Do

    2013-03-11

    Marine Conservation: What You Can Do, webinar from the CWF Africa to Americas Expedition webinar series

  • OAR Northwest: What are the rowers seeing out there?

    2013-02-26

    In the first webinar, Dr. Sean Brilliant, CWF Marine Program Manager, talks to students about what habitats and wildlife the rowers may encounter during the CWF Africa to America's Expedition.

  • Whales With Shiva Javdan

    2025-04-11

    Dr Shiva Jian-Javdan is a Research Scientist with the Canadian Wildlife Federation (CWF). For more than a decade, Shiva’s dedication to marine mammal science and conservation has led her to projects with NGOs in Hong Kong, Taiwan, and Greece. Since returning to Canada, Shiva has focused on large whales, the missing piece in her cetacean bingo card, with current projects aimed at assessing entanglement risk of North Atlantic right whales. Join Shiva in a conversation on Canada’s largest migratory animals and learn what CWF is doing to help conserve the most at-risk whale species, the North Atlantic right whale.

  • Learning and Engagement Dialogue: Cumulative Effects under the Fisheries Act

    2021-04-14

    This 1:00 p.m. ET event is hosted by Aquatic Habitat Canada, a national network supporting aquatic habitat protection and restoration. This webinar series is based on the consultation topics of the current Fisheries and Oceans Canada’s Fish and Fish Habitat Protection Program (FFHPP) development process. For this first event, we will be hosting expert speakers from multiple sectors to present their involvement and perspectives on cumulative effects. The webinar will also include an open panel discussion and a Q&A period. This outreach event is intended to be informative and educational, while allowing public engagement. We welcome all perspectives and experiences to the event and hope to host productive discussions for those planning to make submissions to the FFHPP consultation process.

  • Water We Without Oceans?

    2021-06-08

    June 8, 2021, at 1:00 pm ET /10:00 am PT Join us for a free, educational webinar as we explore our connection to the ocean. Our blue planet is powered by a water cycle that sustains life. Together we’ll dive deep into this cycle to discover how we are all connected to the ocean through our local watersheds.

Connecting With Nature

  • International Monarch Monitoring Blitz Webinar

    2024-08-01

    Join us on August 1st, 2024, at noon Eastern Time for an engaging webinar on the International Monarch Monitoring Blitz. The Canadian Wildlife Federation (CWF) and the Commission for Environmental Cooperation will shed light on this incredible tri-national initiative aimed at protecting the endangered monarch butterfly. Discover how you can participate in this vital effort through iNaturalist in Canada, learn about the latest conservation strategies, and find out how you can make a difference in saving this iconic species. Whether you join us live or watch the recording later, this webinar offers valuable insights into the collaborative efforts to conserve monarch butterflies.

  • iNaturalist Canada: Amateurs to Experts Identifying Observations

    2021-04-27

    iNaturalist has become one of the world’s most popular nature apps and the Canadian Wildlife Federation has led the charge in bringing it to Canada. But the strength behind iNaturalist is thanks to a wonderful community of people contributing observations and identifications. An observation of a species is most valuable when it comes along with an accurate species ID. And to help with that, thousands of people play an extremely valuable role, helping identify observations across Canada. This webinar will not be teaching how to identify a species, but you don’t have to be an expert to contribute: you can probably tell the difference between an American Robin and a Blue Jay or a squirrel from a chipmunk. But you can be an expert, helping to distinguish between species like an Orange-belted Bumblebee and a Red-belted Bumblebee. You’ll then be equipped and ready to contribute to the City Nature Challenge, the largest annual initiative on iNaturalist, happening April 30 to May 9, 2021.

  • iNaturalist Canada Webinar Series: I Spy and Identify — Observe it, Report it

    2021-10-08

    Join us Friday, October 8, 12:00-1:00 p.m. ET. iNaturalist has become one of the world’s most popular nature apps and the Canadian Wildlife Federation has led the charge in bringing it to Canada. Join the Canadian Wildlife Federation for a webinar with the Canadian Council on Invasive Species (CCIS) to learn how you can help track and report invasive species across Canada through the national I Spy and Identify project and how uploading your observations of nature can have a real-life impact on biodiversity in Canada. Presenter: Kellie Sherman, Operations Supervisor at CCIS.

  • Join your community in tracking biodiversity

    2023-04-12

    April 12, noon -1:00 ET. How to use iNaturalist to participate in the 2023 City Nature Challenge! Learn how to help your city compete on the world stage in the 2023 City Nature Challenge as 42 Canadian cities compete with each other and over 400 other cities worldwide in a friendly biodiversity challenge. In this webinar, CWF’s James Pagé will explain how to contribute to this annual global event by recording as many wild plants and animals as possible using the iNaturalist Canada platform. If you can take a photo, you can contribute to conservation – find out how, as we approach the start of the City Nature Challenge. Not in a participating city? No problem, you can still contribute to iNaturalist anytime from anywhere throughout the year! Plus, we need everyone’s help in identifying what was found, even if it’s as simple as a Canada Goose.

  • Creating Pollinator Habitat: Opportunities and Examples from Roadsides and other Right-of-Ways

    2019-12-12

    Pollinating insects are in crisis across North America, with steep declines in some groups. This introductory webinar in our 2019-2020 Pollinator Series will discuss the opportunities that transportation, utility and other corridors present to increase and improve available pollinator habitat across the landscape. Examples from all sectors will be discussed, and the highlights of CWF’s 2019 pilot project in eastern Ontario will be presented.

Education & Leadership

  • Embrace the Chill: Lessons from Winter Wildlife

    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!

  • Canada's Turtles Webinar

    2013-05-23

    A leatherback turtle presentation by Dr. Sean Brilliant, Manager of Marine Programs for CWF, and Dr. Mike James, a marine turtle scientist with Fisheries and Oceans Canada. This webinar will focus on the lifecycle and ecology of Canadian leatherback turtles and the CWF Great Canadian Turtle Race.

  • Following Leatherback Sea Turtles as they Migrate to their Southern Nesting Grounds

    2016-02-28

    A leatherback turtle presentation by Dr. Sean Brilliant, Manager of Marine Programs for CWF, and Kathleen James, Canadian Sea Turtle Network.

  • Plant It and They Will Come

    2020-05-26

    How one woman discovered the joys of creating a wildlife-friendly garden. Join CWF as Berit Erickson, pollinator garden blogger, shares her urban garden’s transformation from ornamental to wildlife-friendly. Discover how much easier it was than she thought and all the benefits she and her family now enjoy. So if the idea of creating a wildlife-friendly garden is daunting to you or you just want to get some new ideas, join us for this informative and inspiring webinar.

  • Living Earth and the Life Beneath Our Feet Webinar

    2023-04-19

    Join CWF Wednesday, April 19th at 7:00 p.m. ET for an eye-opening webinar with Vivian Kaloxilos, soil ecologist and founder of DocTerre, on the incredible interactions between soil organisms and plants. We live on planet Earth, but many people don't understand what soil is and how it functions. We will explore the living ecosystem in the soil and how it supports all life on Earth. You will also discover simple ways you can enhance your plants’ vitality and production in your own outdoor space. We hope you can join us!

Endangered Species & Biodiversity

  • Polar Bear

    2026-06-26

    Download this wallpaper.

  • Haunted House

    2026-06-26

    For Halloween, we’re featuring this illustration of a haunted house!

  • All About Freshwater Turtles With David Seburn

    2024-04-10

    David Seburn is a Turtle Specialist with the Canadian Wildlife Federation (CWF). When it comes to amphibian and reptile conservation, David Seburn is the “turtle” package! Working in this field for more than 20 years, he has written status reports, recovery strategies and more than a dozen scientific papers on amphibians and reptiles, radio-tracked turtles through swamps, and spoken to hundreds of people about turtle conservation. Join David to learn more about Canada’s at-risk freshwater turtle species, discover what CWF is doing to conserve turtles, and learn how you can help our reptilian friends!

  • All About Bats With James Pagé!

    2024-04-08

    As Species-at-Risk & Biodiversity Program Officer with the Canadian Wildlife Federation (CWF), James has led initiatives on threatened and endangered species for more than ten years. He has provided advice on endangered species recovery to the federal government and currently heads up a variety of different species related projects at CWF, including tracking and protecting endangered bats. Join us as James sheds some light on these amazing nocturnal creatures and highlights ways we can “go to bat” for bats in our own communities!

  • Ocean Habitats and Wildlife Webinar

    2013-02-27

    Dr. Sean Brillant continues his webinar series, talking to classes about Ocean Habitats and Wildlife as they relate to the Africa to America's row, crossing the Atlantic ocean right now!

Forests & Fields

  • Canada Goose

    2013-09-12

    Download this wallpaper of a Canada Goose in fall.

  • Mayapple

    2026-06-26

    Download this Mayapple wallpaper.

  • Monarch

    2014-05-20

    Download this wallpaper.

  • Ducks

    2026-06-26

    Download this wallpaper of Ducks.

  • Golden Currant

    2026-06-26

    Download this Golden Currant wallpaper.

Lakes & Rivers

  • Invasive Species: Something Fishy in Canada’s Lakes & Rivers

    2020-05-16

    Grades 2-9, Science, Animals, Environmental Stewardship Join the Canadian Wildlife Federation (CWF) and the Centre for Global Education as we investigate what's happening in Canadian rivers and oceans. Our conversation will cover the roles of different species, how invasive species impacts local ecology, and what we can do to better support at-risk habitats.

  • Learning and Engagement Dialogue: Cumulative Effects under the Fisheries Act

    2021-04-14

    This 1:00 p.m. ET event is hosted by Aquatic Habitat Canada, a national network supporting aquatic habitat protection and restoration. This webinar series is based on the consultation topics of the current Fisheries and Oceans Canada’s Fish and Fish Habitat Protection Program (FFHPP) development process. For this first event, we will be hosting expert speakers from multiple sectors to present their involvement and perspectives on cumulative effects. The webinar will also include an open panel discussion and a Q&A period. This outreach event is intended to be informative and educational, while allowing public engagement. We welcome all perspectives and experiences to the event and hope to host productive discussions for those planning to make submissions to the FFHPP consultation process.

  • Turtle Talks Webinar

    2021-04-20

    April 20, 2021, 12:00-1:00 p.m. ET Who doesn’t love turtles?! They’re cute, they’re interesting and they come in so many shapes and size. They’re also one of the most endangered groups of species in Canada. Join us for a webinar all about turtles, and discover what the Canadian Wildlife Federation is doing to help them and what you can do to help, too!

  • Community Science in Action: iNaturalist Case Study with Adopt-A-Pond

    2024-09-26

    Join the Canadian Wildlife Federation (CWF) for an insightful webinar that showcases how iNaturalist can be a powerful tool for citizen science programs. This session will highlight the Adopt-A-Pond (AAP) program by the Toronto Zoo as a case study, demonstrating the practical application of iNaturalist in conservation efforts. During this webinar we will guide you through the essential features of iNaturalist, using real-world examples from the Adopt-A-Pond program. You'll learn how iNaturalist supports environmental monitoring, enhances data collection, and contributes to research and conservation. Whether you're a seasoned user or new to the platform, this webinar will provide valuable insights and tips for using the iNaturalist app and website effectively. Don’t miss this opportunity to see how iNaturalist can elevate your citizen science initiatives!

  • Water We Without Oceans?

    2021-06-08

    June 8, 2021, at 1:00 pm ET /10:00 am PT Join us for a free, educational webinar as we explore our connection to the ocean. Our blue planet is powered by a water cycle that sustains life. Together we’ll dive deep into this cycle to discover how we are all connected to the ocean through our local watersheds.