Angel Wings: A Disabling Bird Deformity with a Human Connection October 11, 2024 - Recently two young swans at Bluffer’s Park developed Angel Wing (AW) deformities and were captured to receive treatment at Shades of Hope Wildlife Refuge. AW deformity is a condition affecting Read More
TFN Annual Financial Statements Released September 20, 2024 - TFN Members are invited to review our most recent Financial Statements (June 30, 2024), prepared by Peter W. Hogg, Chartered Professional Accountant. These include our statements of financial position, fund Read More
Fall 2024 Program July 22, 2024 - We are looking forward to another exciting fall and winter program at Toronto Field Naturalist Juniors, and we’re hoping that many of you can join us on Saturday mornings, most Read More
100th Anniversary Celebrations Finished! July 5, 2024 - I still find it amazing that TFN has been around for 100 years. As we head into our 101st year, I would like to thank all of our members, volunteers Read More
DVBWP Prescribed Grazer Pilot Project June 12, 2024 - Have you heard the news? There will be goats grazing at Don Valley Brick Works Park (DVBWP) later this month! The City of Toronto’s Natural Environment Infrastructure Unit of Forestry Read More
Building Bridges for Birds: Sharing Toronto’s Shoreline with Shorebirds May 31, 2024 - With spring delivering a vibrant tapestry of shorebird returns, each embarking on its own remarkable journey, it’s imperative that we take proactive measures to safeguard their habitats and migration routes. Read More
Your Fishing Lines Are Catching More Than Fish! May 24, 2024 - Discarded fishing gear is hazardous to various animal groups. Birds, turtles, otters and curious pets can be injured, trapped or drowned when tangled in fishing gear. Birds, like the Great Read More
The Dividends of Greenspace May 17, 2024 - Chances are, if you are reading this you don’t have to be convinced about the inherent value of nature and the importance of protecting it. But have you ever thought Read More
Toronto Wildlife Centre Takes It Up An Octave: Reuniting Trumpeter Swan Soulmates! May 10, 2024 - In Bluffer’s Park, a local resident recently found a wounded Trumpeter Swan, injured by fishing line. She immediately contacted the Toronto Wildlife Centre, who were able to capture the bird Read More
Centennial Butternuts May 7, 2024 - Back in October 2019, TFN began a program aimed at protecting and propagating butternut trees (Juglans cinerea, an endangered species) at our Jim Baillie Nature Reserve (JBNR). On May 6, Read More