Some good Nature News to start your week!

Applications are now open! This award was established through the legacy gift of Charles Labatiuk. He was an avid nature conservationist. This is to honour his life and his passion for nature. Apply now: https://naturecanada.ca/about/our-people/awards-scholarships/charles-labatiuk-scholarship/

The Work to Grow application portal is now live! Nature Canada’s Work to Grow program connects racialized youth to jobs that promote and protect nature. We are looking for partners offering meaningful work for this generation of nature lovers. https://naturecanada.ca/work-to-grow/employers/

Crow and Raven Appreciation Day! Can you tell the difference? Let us know which of the following 4 pictures are a crow or raven! Photo credits: 1. Nick Schwinghamer 2. Gerry Neville 3. Bert Minor 4. Leslie Banister

In March, we convened Indigenous collaborators from Canada and Latin America for a North-South knowledge exchange on nature, sharing lessons, stories, and imagining a better future for birds. Thanks Conserva Aves, @naturecanada.bsky.social da.bsky.social, collaborators, & @globalaffairs.canada.ca

To learn more about Stratford as a Bird Friendly City and about upcoming events, head to visitstratford.ca/bird-friendly-stratford @naturecanada.bsky.social @birdscanada.bsky.social #LoveStratford #EarthDay #BirdFriendly #photography

Help save migratory birds on their way home this year by turning off your lights at night. You can also print this post to help spread the word in your neighbourhood!

Applications are now open! This award was established through the legacy gift of Charles Labatiuk. He was an avid nature conservationist. This is to honour his life and his passion for nature. Apply now: https://naturecanada.ca/about/our-people/awards-scholarships/charles-labatiuk-scholarship/

The federal government remains silent on the future of our conservation programs. March 31st is the deadline. We can't build a stable economy on a collapsing environment @mark-carney.bsky.social. https://bit.ly/3NrFoCw

#MarchBreak is right around the corner. Battle boredom with a collection of outdoor activities and resources to get you and your little ones face-to-face with NATURE. Comment NatureHood for the link!

As we celebrate World Wildlife Day today, we hope you’ll give back to help species at risk and support our work so we can speak on behalf of animals that cannot speak for themselves. Everything helps: https://bit.ly/4u2LnOR

The countdown is on!! The Together for Nature Online Auction ends tonight at 9:00 PM ET. Place your final bids on some pretty exciting and exclusive prizes and help nature at the same time! https://app.galabid.com/nc2026/items

Applications are now open! This award was established through the legacy gift of Charles Labatiuk. He was an avid nature conservationist. This is to honour his life and his passion for nature. Apply now: https://naturecanada.ca/about/our-people/awards-scholarships/charles-labatiuk-scholarship/

Last chance at a $1000 grant! We invite individuals to submit proposals for their youth-led nature projects. Submissions must be received no later than 5:00 pm (Eastern Time) on February 20, 2026. Apply now! https://naturecanada.ca/young-leader-grant/

Today’s the day! We’re launching our online auction and hope you’ll check out the amazing nature experiences and artwork chosen just for you! It's a win-win, you can help nature and enjoy some amazing items and experiences at the same time! Bid now! https://app.galabid.com/nc2026/items

Are you joining the Great Backyard Bird Count?! This citizen science initiative is a great way to watch birds at your feeders, track what you see, and contribute to our knowledge on the distribution and abundance of birds. https://naturecanada.ca/news/blog/join-the-great-backyard-bird-count/

It’s freezing out there, and for our bird friends, the struggle is real! But being a Bird Defender means keeping your feathered neighbours safe for National Feed the Birds Month! Full guide: https://naturecanada.ca/news/blog/keeping-birds-safe-at-your-feeder/

We just dropped off our MP Valentine's Day Cards on Parliament Hill today! If you'd like your own version of the cards you can download them here: https://naturecanada.ca/discover-nature/lifestyle/free-printable-valentines-day-cards/ Free Printable Valentine's Day Cards!

Have you heard? You could have the opportunity to share your ideas on how to inspire youth to discover and protect nature! Apply to the Young Nature Leaders grant to see your project come to life! Open to all youth (under 30), deadline February 20, 2026! https://naturecanada.ca/young-leader-grant/

Are you a young Canadian who is passionate about engaging others to discover and protect nature? Apply for the Young Nature Leaders Grant https://naturecanada.ca/young-leader-grant/

$1000 grant applications now open! Do you have a great project idea on how to engage Canadians to discover and protect nature? Apply for the Young Nature Leaders Grant today! Open to youth (under 30), deadline February 20, 2026. https://naturecanada.ca/young-leader-grant/

Good news! "Stingless bees from the Amazon have become the first insects to be granted legal rights anywhere in the world, in a breakthrough supporters hope will be a catalyst for similar moves to protect bees elsewhere." What do you think of granting rights to nature? Full story in comments.

Dec 27-30: The Void - no one know what day it is, so here's some podcasts to listen to.

Merry Christmas ❄️ Joyeux Noel 📸 : Kathryn Peiman (Fox), Tammy Nash (Barred Owl), stock (wolf), Hugues de Milleville (chickadee),

Now when someone asks if there's anything fluffier than newly fallen snow... you can say yes. This Mute Cygnet! 📸: Arvo Poolar

After two years of intensive research, Pacific Wild released Dragged to Death, a trawl mapping project that exposes the footprint of industrial trawling along the B.C. coast. Read about the shocking impacts on marine life and what you can do to help protect our oceans. Link in thread.

Nature's very own #NutCracker, the White Breasted Nuthatch who is named so because of its method of opening up nuts by jamming them into a crevice then hammering at them. 📸 : Alison Forde, Roman Sydor, and Allison Padget

*At the holiday party* No one: Me, passionately yelling to anyone who will listen: Species populations are in massive decline and Canada must increase protected areas! 📣📣📣 📸: Tom Lusk

Thank you so much to everyone who donated and shared the Save 2 Birds with 1 Coin campaign yesterday! Margaret Atwood doubled every donation to save bird lives! It's not too late - donate today and it will be matched! Donate here: https://bit.ly/440se4o

Today celebrate Giving Tuesday, Margaret Atwood will match every donation to help #savebirdlives up to $15,000! Donate here: https://bit.ly/440se4o 1 in 3 birds need urgent attention! Let's keep our friendly backyard birds common and save endangered species from extinction!

$15,000 will become $30,000 with the generosity of Margaret Atwood! She is doubling your donation for a limited time to celebrate her birthday and to save the birds! Your gift is doubled today here: https://bit.ly/440se4o

Nature Canada is deeply troubled by Steven Guilbeault’s resignation from the federal Cabinet. For years, Minister Guilbeault has been a crucial voice for nature in federal politics. His departure should be understood as the warning bell that it is. Full reaction here: https://bit.ly/3MdDhBj

Les directeurs de Nature Canada sont disponible pour commenter la démission du ministre Guilbeault, son héritage en matière de nature et de biodiversité, et ce que cela pourrait signifier pour la Stratégie pour la nature 2030 du Canada. [email protected]

Nature Canada's Leadership team is available to comment about Minister Guilbeault's resignation, his nature and biodiversity legacy, and what it might mean for Canada's 2030 Nature Strategy. [email protected]

Not the nature news we expected...

MORE CITIES PROTECTING BIRDS! We're proudly announces the newest Bird Friendly City Certifications bringing the total up to 36! Full press release here: https://bit.ly/44fVF2T Learn more about the Bird Friendly City program: https://bit.ly/37bPvmO #BirdFriendlyCity #canadabirds #protectbirds

It’s Giving Tuesday in exactly ONE week - this year Margaret Atwood will double every donation up to $15,000! Save Two Birds With One Coin! Donate here: https://bit.ly/440se4o

Margaret Atwood quoting Oscar Wilde? What a dream! Did you know that Margaret Atwood has doubled every donation for her birthday last week to save bird lives! It's not too late - donate today and it will be matched! https://bit.ly/440se4o

Thank you to everyone who doubled their donation by giving Margaret Atwood a birthday gift. It's not too late to say Happy Birthday to Margaret! Celebrate a fellow nature lover by giving a gift to save bird lives and Margaret will double your donation! https://bit.ly/440se4o

What a beautiful creature! The Short-eared Owl Thank you to our Nature Network partner, BeaverHill Bird Observatory, for sharing this month’s blog. https://naturecanada.ca/news/blog/an-irruption-of-mystery-the-enigmatic-short-eared-owl/

Join our count to see when this pledge is translated to funding and action. More info in our bio. @mark-carney.bsky.social

Happy Birthday Margaret Atwood! If Margaret Atwood was a bird, she says she’d be a raven. Celebrate a fellow nature lover by giving a gift to save bird lives and Margaret will double your donation! Click here to join her: https://bit.ly/440se4o

Double your Donation! We’re celebrating Margaret Atwood's birthday on November 18th and this year she is asking Canadians to join her to save birds' lives. Gift Margaret a birthday donation and she will double your donation up to $15,000! 💚 Donate here: https://bit.ly/440se4o

It's a relief to hear that nature is top of mind when our leaders talk behind closed doors (honestly). The promises were made in public, though, and the nature movement is waiting to hear how they'll be kept @mark-carney.bsky.social

A message from birder Margaret Atwood! Your gift today will have double the impact! Author and fellow nature lover Margaret Atwood has pledged to match every gift made today, to a total of $15,000. Donate here: https://bit.ly/3LtkBNL

Ted and Priscilla, (2/3 of our Naturalist team) are off to Brasil this week. Why? Check out their field notes here: https://naturecanada.ca/discover-nature/about-our-birds/field-notes-from-james-bay-to-brasil/

The remembrance day poppy is a symbol of remembrance for military service members and fallen veterans. The real poppies that bloomed on the battlefields of the Western Front became associated with the immense loss of life and to honor those who served and sacrificed. Lest we forget.

Congratulations to our 2025 Photo Contest Winner: Simone Heinrich Bull Moose in the Snow

Budget 2025 recognizes nature as part of a strong and resilient Canada but we need the details and dollars to deliver on that promise. Full reaction here: https://naturecanada.ca/news/statements/statement-nature-canada-reacts-to-budget-2025/ @mark-carney.bsky.social #cdnpoli #budget2025

“Canadians feel deeply connected to the land, water, and ocean — it’s part of who we are. “Nature fuels our identity, culture, and economy. It’s not just scenery — it’s essential. “We need leadership that sees this and puts nature in the budget.” Sandra Schwartz ED, CPAWS @cpaws-snap.bsky.social