We Are There When Nature Needs Us Most

Ontario Nature is a charity that has been protecting wild species and wild spaces through education, conservation and public engagement since 1931.

Current Campaigns and Issues

Paswe Protected Area (Echo Lake) Needs YouPlease support an ecological corridor that's rich in biodiversity and of deep cultural significance to Garden River First Nation.Give

Stand Up for Nature in the Municipal ElectionThis is a critical opportunity to elect environmental leadership in your community.Learn More

Free Ontario Native Plant GuideThis information is for gardeners and amateur naturalists observing wildlife in their gardensRead More

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Ontario Nature Blog

Is Bill C-39 Really in the National Interest?

Late in September, the federal government introduced the more than 200-page omnibus bill, C-39, which...

Municipal-First Nations Partnerships for Nature

With National Day for Truth and Reconciliation approaching on September 30, 2026, it is an important time to reflect...

One Day, Four Years of Impact: Take a Stand for Nature this Municipal Election

Ontario’s municipal elections are coming up on October 26, and the outcomes will set the...

Fighting Extinction With Art, and Why Mudpuppies are Cool

When fellow Ontario Nature Youth Council member Yiming and I created Project 275 to fight species extinction...

Nature Guardians

We are grateful for Ontario Power Generation's generous financial support, which strengthens and sustains our youth programming.

Nature Guides

Ontario Nature’s free guides inform, inspire and bring readers closer to nature. Learn about the province’s fascinating wild species and wild spaces.

Nature Network

Made up of than 150 member groups, the Nature Network is the backbone of Ontario Nature. Together, we lead grassroots conservation initiatives.