The Earth is seeing the greatest decline in
biodiversity in recorded history, and according to a recent report, North America has lost one quarter of all birds over the past 50 years. However, there are organizations monitoring these declines and working hard to reverse these trends. Bird Studies Canada is one example. It is the leader in monitoring bird populations throughout Canada and works with various partners to ensure habitat remains for birds and other wildlife.
Ian Fife will discuss a variety of practical methods commonly applied to wildlife for environmental monitoring. This will include the capture and safe release of birds and other wildlife, as well as methods used to monitor bird populations and their habitat. He will also discuss the actions taken to protect or improve bird habitat based on the data collected through monitoring efforts, as well as the importance of working with landowners and partners that live and work in bird habitat. Finally, Ian will share how everyone can help monitor wildlife through phone apps and volunteer and citizen science opportunities.
About Forests Ontario
Forests Ontario is dedicated to making Ontario’s forests greener. Our ambitious tree planting initiatives, extensive education programs and decades of community outreach have resulted in millions of trees being planted each year. Through our extensive partnerships and our diverse planting programs, we are working each day to increase forest cover, restore forests impacted by natural occurrences and improve forest conditions in Ontario and across Canada. But we’re always looking for more partners, landowners and donors to get involved.
In schools across the province, Forests Ontario’s forestry education programs are connecting students with their environment and potential futures in forestry. These leaders will help us grow smarter, healthier and greener forests, and sustainably manage Ontario’s most important natural resource for decades to come. Find out how you can bring forestry into your classroom, or learn more about programs and upcoming events. It’s the perfect opportunity to take learning outdoors.
As a non-profit registered charity, Forests Ontario is always looking for volunteers, sponsors, and donors who will help keep our forests green—and help keep our programs running. You can donate today in minutes, help organize a local event, make forests part of your social corporate responsibility plans, or sign-up for one of our workshops or community days to learn more.
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About Envirothon
The Ontario Envirothon isn’t just an educational program—it’s a team-based competition for high school students who love the outdoors. Think of it as an incubator for the environmental leaders of tomorrow, designed to prepare students for future green careers. Since 1994, thousands of students, teachers and volunteers have participated in our annual Envirothon competitions, putting knowledge they’ve learned in the field to the test. Interactive workshops give students hands-on experience with forests, soils, wildlife, and aquatic ecosystems, while team-based activities are designed to develop critical thinking, problem solving, teamwork, leadership and communication skills.
Find out how you can support programs like Ontario Envirothon today. [ Ссылка ]
About Bird Studies Canada
Bird Studies Canada's mission is to conserve wild birds of Canada through sound science, on-the-ground actions, innovative partnerships, public engagement, and science-based advocacy. Bird Studies Canada is a national charity built on the contributions of thousands of supporters and Citizen Scientists. Using data from our volunteer monitoring programs and targeted research, our scientists identify significant population changes and direct conservation planning.
We are a strong partner in BirdLife International, the world's largest conservation alliance for nature and people, active in more than 120 countries and territories.
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