We’re Suckers for Citizen Science Conversations / Fishing, Meet the Expert, Things to Do, Watershed Science / Thursday, June 11, 2020 Ever wondered what’s going on along the shoreline and under the waves? Last summer, our staff filmed an … We’re Suckers for Citizen Science Continue Reading
Mayflies – the ‘Circle of Life’ Conversations / Nature and Wildlife, Watershed Science / Thursday, May 21, 2020 The emergence of the mayfly is a spectacular but very short-lived sight to see. Each year from May through … Mayflies – the ‘Circle of Life’ Continue Reading
A Question Mark with Four Wings Conversations / Butterfly Blitz, Nature and Wildlife, Watershed Science / Thursday, May 14, 2020 Life is full of uncertainty. At the same time, being grateful for spring and the return of many … A Question Mark with Four Wings Continue Reading
Meet the Expert – Caring for Your Green Yard Conversations / Green Your Property, Landowner Action Fund, Meet the Expert, Native Plants, Watershed Science, Your Green Yard / Thursday, April 30, 2020 When you think of a technician, you don’t often think of trees and gardens. But planting trees and … Meet the Expert – Caring for Your Green Yard Continue Reading
Keep the Kids Busy with Watershed Science Conversations / Kids and Families, Nature and Wildlife, Watershed Science / Thursday, March 26, 2020 Extra time at home with your children may have you stumped on how to keep them occupied. Why … Keep the Kids Busy with Watershed Science Continue Reading
Provincial Flood Management Strategy Recognizes the Broader Approach Needed to Manage the Impacts of Flooding in Ontario Media Release, News Room / Conservation Planning, CVC Updates, Flooding, Funding, Watershed Science / Tuesday, March 10, 2020 Newmarket ON (March 9, 2020) Ontario’s Flooding Strategy, just released by the Province in response to the Flood Advisor’s … Provincial Flood Management Strategy Recognizes the Broader Approach Needed to Manage the Impacts of Flooding in Ontario Continue Reading
Changing Forests in a Changing Climate Conversations / Best Practice, Climate Change, Invasive Species, Watershed Science / Thursday, February 20, 2020 Our winters are getting warmer. Maybe you’ve been enjoying the milder weather or perhaps you’re pining for the … Changing Forests in a Changing Climate Continue Reading
Monitoring Moves Indoors for the Winter Conversations / CVC Updates, Integrated Watershed Monitoring Program, Watershed Science, Winter / Tuesday, January 28, 2020 Staff who work on our Integrated Watershed Monitoring Program (IWMP) are often asked: What do you do in … Monitoring Moves Indoors for the Winter Continue Reading
Where in the Watershed are the Silver-spotted Skippers? Conversations / Butterfly Blitz, Get Involved, Nature and Wildlife, Volunteer, Watershed Science / Thursday, June 6, 2019 I remember the first time I saw a silver-spotted skipper. I was in a meadow in the Rouge … Where in the Watershed are the Silver-spotted Skippers? Continue Reading
Reduced urban flooding through “Green Streets” Conversations / Best Practice, Low Impact Development, Watershed Science / Wednesday, January 23, 2013 On a walk through two unique streets in the Lakeview neighbourhood of Mississauga, visitors might notice meadow flowers … Reduced urban flooding through “Green Streets” Continue Reading