The City of Toronto is reviewing its Tree Bylaws and wants public input. These bylaws regulate the injury and removal of trees, require planting replacement trees in compensation, and safeguard Read More
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City Must Protect Natural Lands Against Raves
Strange things can happen in big cities, and TFN has now witnessed a scenario that leaves the local nature community shaken and angry. Cottonwood Flats is a much-loved nature spot Read More
Land transfers: for the birds?
If it sounds like Ploverpalooza is the punchline to a birder’s joke, you’d be wrong. The annual fest at Wasaga Beach is a birder’s dream though, celebrating local efforts which Read More
Beyond the Tap: How Everyday Choices Affect the Great Lakes
Every time we turn on the tap in Toronto, we’re relying on Lake Ontario—a vital part of the Great Lakes system that provides drinking water to 35 million people across Read More
Plastic-Free July: Protecting Nature One Choice at a Time
I want to share an interesting movement I recently discovered called Plastic Free July, which is all about protecting our environment by reducing plastic pollution. Plastic waste is one of Read More
Bill 5 Demands Action: Stand Up for Endangered Species
For nearly 20 years, Ontario’s Endangered Species Act (ESA) has been a vital safeguard for at-risk wildlife and their habitats. But now, after years of neglect, the Ontario government has Read More
Your Vote Shapes Our Future—Stand for Nature!
In today’s political climate, many of us have tuned out from the news. But with an important federal election ahead, every vote counts—especially when it comes to protecting Canada’s natural Read More
Procrastinate on Cleaning Up Your Garden This Spring!
As the weather warms up, many gardeners feel the urge to tidy up their yards, clearing away dead leaves, stems, and other plant debris. But did you know that waiting Read More
How a Toronto Neighbourhood is Leading the Way to Sustainable Living
Our local wildlife and ecosystems are deeply affected by our rapidly changing climate, with the impacts becoming increasingly personal. The Pocket Change Project is a fantastic example of how a Read More
Road Salt in Winter: Are We Rubbing Salt Into a Wildlife Wound?
As the snow starts to fly, the familiar crunch of road salt underfoot returns. In Canada, about 7 million tons of road salt are applied to our walkways and roadways Read More