The Shaw Wilderness Park is a sanctuary in the city, a haven for nature and for people. Thanks to many partners and donors, the park was established in 2020 by the Nature Conservancy of Canada, The ...

Woodland angelica may seem quite similar to queen-Anne's lace, but beware: it's actually a member of the celery family and a serious invader of wooded edges and moist open areas in New Brunswick. The ...

The Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC) is an evidence-based organization that uses the best available information to identify priority conservation actions. Research is essential in evaluating threats ...

In southwestern Ontario’s Norfolk County lies an incredible natural oasis known as Backus Woods. This spectacular older-growth forest is home to some of the oldest living trees in Ontario and is one ...

Worldwide conservation efforts depend on the next generation of conservation leaders. As a Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC) conservation intern, you’ll build a diverse skill set and gain practical ...

The olive-sided flycatcher is best known for its song: a loud, three-note whistle that sounds like “quick, three beers.” It is often seen perched on top of tall coniferous trees or dead snags, where ...

In 1968, NCC conserved our first project in Ontario — Cavan Swamp and Bog. This exceptional complex of bogs and other wetlands covers 1,340 hectares (3,400 acres). The site is now the Cavan Swamp ...

The rolling hills of the Rice Lake Plains Natural Area lie in the heart of a historical tall grass landscape, which has all but disappeared. The high, dry sandy hills of the Oak Ridges Moraine once ...

Most places under NCC's care welcome visitors. Please check site-specific pages on this website for access information and any special restrictions. Located 100 kilometres southwest of Edmonton, the ...

Phragmites (or common reed) is a non-native, invasive reed from Eurasia, and it is quickly spreading throughout North America. Found mostly in wetlands, this towering plant takes over moist areas, ...

Saskatchewan's abundant wildlife species and rich natural diversity makes our conservation work crucial, if we are to protect hundreds of wildlife species that are endangered, at risk or of concern.

The Nature Conservancy of Canada’s Conservation Volunteers program engages people of all ages in the protection of our country's species and natural habitats. It provides a meaningful, hands-on ...