Caring for Your Yard Webinar
Sharpen Your Fall Yard Care Skills Learn basic pruning tips for young trees and shrubs, proper mulching techniques, […]
What Goes “Eeek” in the Night
Few of us see bats on a regular basis, but that doesn’t mean they aren’t there. Go out … Continue reading
70 Years of Stewardship
In celebration of our 70th anniversary, we’re highlighting stories that connect our past with our present through a … Continue reading
Investing in Nesting
If You Build it, They Will Come Tree cavities, crucial for resting and nesting, can be scarce in … Continue reading
Growing Inspiration
Maintain a picture-perfect garden all year long with these simple sustainable landscaping tips: Summer Water your plants at … Continue reading
Michigan Lily
Lilium michiganese If you are looking for a bold summer flower to add to your garden, try Michigan … Continue reading
Riparian Rhapsody
What is it? Riparian zone: the transition areas that span the gap between land and water. Rhapsody: a poem or … Continue reading
Summer Safety Message: Be Aware of Urban River Flooding Due to Thunderstorms
July 3, 2024, MISSISSAUGA – Credit Valley Conservation (CVC) is reminding residents of the dangers that exist near … Continue reading
Wetlands: Nature’s Multi-Taskers
This is part five of our five-part Farm Gate series about agricultural projects that are supported by the … Continue reading
Flower Flies: More Than They Appear to Bee
While butterflies and bees grab most of the headlines, there are several other impactful species responsible for pollinating … Continue reading
Dampening the Drought: Adapting to Hotter, Drier Summers
Climate change brings higher temperatures and more frequent droughts in summer. Instead of struggling to keep non-native plants … Continue reading
New England Aster
Symphyotrichum novae-angliae Asters thrive with the Chelsea Chop as it encourages shorter, sturdier stems and fuller plants. Left … Continue reading
The Chelsea Chop
The Chelsea Chop is a pruning technique that can be used on some native wildflowers to delay or … Continue reading
Generation Restoration
It’s that time of the year again! Celebrate Canadians taking action for the environment and kick off Canadian Environment … Continue reading
Unveiling the Draft Cooksville SNAP Action Plan
CVC’s Newest Sustainable Neighbourhood Action Plan (SNAP) Credit Valley Conservation, in partnership with the City of Mississauga and … Continue reading
Influence of Natural Cover and Land Use on Water Quality and Quantity
Five-part Series Highlighting the Top Stories of the Watershed Plan The first phase of the Watershed Plan characterizes … Continue reading
The Road to Building Resilience
Is your property climate-ready? Now, more than ever, landowners are facing a growing list of climate change effects … Continue reading
Cucumber Tree
Magnolia acuminata Often referred to as the cucumber magnolia, this large tree, native to parts of southern Ontario … Continue reading
Putting Down Roots: Proper Planting Depth
How deep is too deep? Planting a tree incorrectly can have an immediate or long-lasting impact on the … Continue reading
Grasslands for All: Supporting Livestock, Wildlife and Climate Resilience
This is part four of our five-part Farm Gate series about agricultural projects that are supported by the … Continue reading
Transforming Lawns to Landscapes
In recent years, there’s been a lot of press about “No-Mow May”, a call-to-action urging us to leave … Continue reading