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Prepare Your Backyard for Winter Birds!
It’s true - 90% of Canada’s birds are migratory. But hundreds of bird species tough it out by staying put during the cold winter months. In fact, winter can be a great time for birdwatching, especially if you follow these easy tips for preparing your backyard for those hardy cold weather birds! Prepare Your Backyard for Birds This Winter
Species Spotlight: Ord's Kangaroo Rat
It's highly unlikely that you'll ever see an Ord's kangaroo rat in your lifetime, but this tiny mammal could hold the key to the health of an entire prairie ecosystem. Learn more about this unique sand dune dweller.
Conservation Highs…
Agreement Brings New National Park in Northwest Territories Closer to Reality
In an historic signing ceremony between the Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation and Parks Canada, an important step was taken toward establishing Thaydene Nene as a National Park of Canada. The agreement brings new hope that we can realize this country’s dream of establishing a National Park in each of Canada’s 39 natural regions. Read More
…And Lows
Nature Canada asks International Commission to Review Canada’s Failure to Enforce Species at Risk Act
The Canadian government’s failure to enforce the Species at Risk Act has led to delays in listing critically endangered species, denial of listing for others, no protection of habitat needed for survival and a complete lack of protection for species at risk in some provinces. In a formal complaint to one international commission, Nature Canada’s message is clear: Canada is failing its duty of care toward the nation’s wildlife. Read More
What’s on the Nature Canada Bookshelf?
In Joanna Burger’s book Birds: A Visual Guide, more than 500 gorgeous colour photographs are crammed into one 300-page book, making it as enjoyable to simply look at as it is to read. Read the full review.
Show us your Fall Foliage!
Email us a digital photo of the autumn colours near you and we'll send you a 2007 Robert Bateman Contest calendar. Email your photo now.
New e-Cards are Here!
Nature Canada has 10 new e-cards for you to share with your friends and family. Show how much you care about nature - Send an e-card today!
Photo of the Month
If you like nature photography, you'll LOVE our new Photo of the Month feature. Every month we'll present one special photo and the story behind when, where, and how it was taken. See October's Photo of the Month.
Our Green List: the Weird and Wonderful World of Nature This Month
...And in the red corner, weighing in at 6,800 kilograms is the African elephant! It's all about who holds the title belt in this month's Green List.
Around the Bend
Would you like to promote a nature-related event in your area? Email us the details and we will include it in our monthly Around the Bend feature. Email the details now!
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