Imalirijiit is a collaborative environmental monitoring project between the Kangiqsualujjuaq Inuit community and scientists from Université du Québec à Trois-Rivières. By participating in the land camp, we helped train youth, shared expertise in bird and ecosystem monitoring, and supported the community in tracking river health amid mining impacts, strengthening science and local stewardship.
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The Bird Host’s Handbook: Fall Tips for Your Yard
October is the perfect time to help birds thrive by planting native species, leaving leaf litter and setting up feeders. Learn how small changes at home can help create a haven for birds this season.
Celebrating 20 years of Pete Davidson at Birds Canada
Pete is celebrating his 20th anniversary this month at Birds Canada. A perfect opportunity to take some time to get to know this amazing human being a little bit more.
A Year of Impact: The State of Canada’s Birds in Action
One year ago, The State of Canada’s Birds report launched, bringing together data on over 400,000 bird population trends across the country. Let’s explore the many ways this report has informed research and guided conservation action.
Science in the Sand: How we protect Ontario’s Piping Plovers
Each summer, several of Ontario’s beaches become a nursery for one of Canada’s rarest shorebirds. Go behind the scenes to see how months of preparation, research, and teamwork help every nest stand a chance.
Bird-Friendly Gardening: 6 Tips from Sarah and Dan’s Backyard
Discover how one Northern Ontario couple transformed their yard into a haven for birds and pollinators. From simple strategies to thoughtful native planting, Sarah and Dave share practical tips that can make a big difference for birds.
The Golden-winged Warbler’s Surprising Migration Strategy: New Study Highlights the Importance of Costa Rica’s Forests
A new international study offers fresh insights into bird migration and highlights how Costa Rica’s forests provide critical support for Golden-winged Warblers. These findings point to clear opportunities for conservation that can help secure a brighter future for this striking species.
Nurturing Tomorrow’s Conservationists: A Look Back at Doug Tarry Young Ornithologist’s Workshop
This summer, 12 young bird enthusiasts from across Canada gathered at Long Point to immerse themselves in bird banding, field studies and conservation science, gaining hands-on experience and inspiration for a future in bird conservation.
Field Trip Report: On the Ground in the Grasslands with Birds Canada
Join us behind the scenes on a Birds Canada grasslands conservation tour in Saskatchewan. From rare bird encounters to innovative partnerships with ranchers, this story gives you an on-the-ground perspective of our work, highlighting how science and collaboration are working to reverse population declines in one of Canada’s most fragile ecosystems.
Get Ready for the Birds Canada Community Grant
These grants support small-scale projects that increase the understanding, appreciation or conservation of birds in Canada. With applications opening next month, it’s not too early to start preparing your submission. To help, we rounded up answers to a few of the most commonly asked questions.