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
In the Blog: wildlife
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
Photography Group Highlights – Spring 2025
TFN’s photography group comprised of both beginners and pros. It is active all year long with monthly photo challenges. Here are some photos from our spring challenges: Colours of Spring, 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
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
TFN Jrs Visit the Toronto Wildlife Centre
The TFN Juniors paid a very memorable visit to the Toronto Wildlife Centre on Nov 9th. We learned that over 6275 wild wounded animals and 61 species had already been Read More
Parkland & Recreation Facilities Strategies
The City of Toronto is collecting community feedback on Parkland & Recreation Facilities Strategies. You can share your experiences and insights on the needs and priorities for recreation spaces and Read More
Leave the Leaves for Healthier Soil, Thriving Pollinators, and a Vibrant Spring Garden
In fall, Mother Nature lays down a thick blanket of leaves that nurtures your garden and provides essential winter protection for pollinators. Key species like Bumble Bees and Swallowtail butterflies Read More
Double Your Donation Impact
The mission of the Toronto Field Naturalists is to connect people with nature in the Toronto area. We help people understand, enjoy, protect and restore Toronto’s green spaces and the Read More
Protecting Birds from City Lights: Simple Steps to Reduce Light Pollution
As fall arrives, millions of migratory birds begin their journey south, but city lights disorient them during nighttime flights, putting them at risk. By taking simple steps to reduce light Read More