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Bank Swallow Design: Alexandre Nicole
Together, we are making a difference for birds
Photo: Andrés Jiménez
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Hudsonian Godwits Photo: Yousif Attia
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Photo: Tara Carpenter
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Great Horned Owl Photo: May Haga
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Red-necked Grebes Photo: Missy Mandel
Explore Birds Canada
The theme for the 2022 Toronto Bird Celebration was “The Great Return”. As the first Celebration with in-person activities since 2019, this year saw many new birders of all ages flocking to events throughout the GTA.
Explore different conservation initiatives used for the three populations of Piping Plovers in Canada.
Follow these simple steps for attracting and feeding hummingbirds while creating a safer environment for them.
Data, including the data gathered by dedicated volunteers, are foundational to the work we do at Birds Canada. We have partnered with the Living Data Project to breathe new life into older datasets so they can be used to their full potential to influence conservation science and action.
Join us in creating our 2023 calendar in celebration of Canada’s birds! We invite photographers from across the country to submit their artwork.
The Minister of Environment and Climate Change, the Honourable Steven Guilbeault, today announced that the Government of Canada is modernizing the Migratory Birds Regulations, which protect migratory birds in Canada. The new regulations were published in the Canada Gazette, Part II on June 8, 2022 and will come into force ...
Birds Canada is proud to announce that President and CEO Patrick Nadeau has been appointed to the national Nature Advisory Committee by Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC).
June 7 is World Swift Day. If you are the owner of a traditional masonry chimney, you might be able to help the Threatened Chimney Swift.
Project WoodlandWatch allows woodlot owners to enter their bird observations and has many advantages for both the woodlot owners and for bird conservation. A new poster series will aid landowners in identifying common forest species.
Transform your garden or yard into a beautiful outdoor space that you can enjoy, while also re-creating habitat for birds. Our Gardening for Birds website (birdgardens.ca), video series, and resources will give you a head start on welcoming more birds to your place!
Birds Canada is a non-profit, charitable organization built on the enthusiastic contributions of thousands of caring members and volunteer Citizen Scientists.
Our mission is to drive action to increase the understanding, appreciation, and conservation of birds in Canada.
You, Birds, and COVID-19
Our offices are progressively re-opening for staff and pre-authorized visitors. A vaccine mandate is in effect and public health guidelines are being strictly followed.
“Project FeederWatch makes birdwatching at home so interesting it’s hard to tear ourselves away from the window! What a wonderful project!”
-Margaret, Toronto
