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Carolinian Canada Ecosystem Recovery Forum 2014

The Big Picture After 15 Years: Revisioning the Vision

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Carolinian Canada’s 2014 Ecosystem Recovery Forum is celebrating the 30th anniversary of Carolinian Canada as an organization, as well as the 15th anniversary of our conservation strategy, the Big Picture. The Big Picture is about restoring a network of green, healthy, functioning ecosystems in one of Canada’s most biologically diverse and fragile landscapes.

This year’s Forum will celebrate some of the great conservation successes in the ecoregion as well as examine challenges we face in a part of Canada that has seen rapid, large-scale change over the past three centuries. We will examine the tools we have at hand to monitor this change. And we will look forward, asking what must we do to achieve the Big Picture vision in coming years?

The 2014 Ecosystem Recovery Forum will take place on October 29th at the Royal Botanical Gardens in Burlington. Register today to take advantage of the “early bird” discounted rates! There are still limited spaces available for those who wish to bring an organization display to the event. Be part of the Big Picture – join the discussion on October 29th!

Thanks to the support of Environment Canada, the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources and a host of other partners for supporting our programs to "Green the Future of Canada’s Deep South".

Dee Crilly, Network Coordinator

Carolinian Canada Undertaking Species At Risk Surveys at First Nations
Carolinian Canada is very pleased to be undertaking inventories at Kettle and Stony Point First Nation and Chippewas of the Thames First Nation on two separate projects supported by Environment Canada’s Aboriginal Funds for Species At Risk.  Despite a September start to the field season, a number of exciting finds have already been made, including a rare Little Bluestem prairie, a threatened Eastern Hognose snake and several plant species at risk.  The nationally and provincially rare orchid, Great Plains Ladies-tresses, was discovered for the first time ever at both sites.  We are pleased to have ecologist Allen Woodliffe, and biologists Holly Stover and Lucas Foerster helping out with some of this work.  The findings of the surveys will contribute to land use planning and capacity-building for two of our First Nation allies in conservation.  The projects are part of Carolinian Canada’s new “Big Picture Services” initiative.

Thanks to the support of Environment Canada, the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources and a host of other partners for supporting our programs to "Green the Future of Canada’s Deep South".

Jarmo Jalava, Director of Ecosystem Recovery

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30/30 Celebration

Elgin Natural Heritage Inventory Volunteer Event
October 4, Central Elgin
Carolinian Canada Coalition
email Sara: enhi@carolinian.org for more info
Elgin Natural Heritage Inventory volunteers will be visiting a rare Carolinian Forest with 2 miles of groomed trails on a privately held property. Contact Sara for more information, or visit ENHI online here to learn how you can participate in the program
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2014 Ecosystem Recovery Forum
October 29, Royal Botanical Gardens Hamilton
Carolinian Canada Coalition
Click Here to Learn More
Carolinian Canada’s 2014 Ecosystem Recovery Forum is celebrating the 30th anniversary of Carolinian Canada as an organization, as well as the 15th anniversary of our conservation strategy, the Big Picture. The Big Picture is about restoring a network of green, healthy, functioning ecosystems in one of Canada’s most biologically diverse and fragile landscapes.
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Feature News

Millpond Stewards Launch a Success - More to Come!
September, Dorchester
Upper Thames River Conservation Authority
See what you missed
Over 20 people attended the launch event, many signing up to be Mill Pond Stewards. From Jim Rule, Chair of the Dorchester Mill Pond Committee: “The Mill Pond Stewards program is an opportunity for individuals and families to work with the Mill Pond Committee and Thames Centre to improve the health, cleanliness and beauty of this Gem of Thames Centre.”

The first event for the Mill Pond Stewards (and MP Committee) is a native tree planting at Dreamland on Saturday, November 8th. Contact Linda Smith smithl@thamesriver.on.ca for more information

The Stewards Program is part of the Dorchester EcoTrail five year plan. The Dorchester Millpond Committee is continuing to work with Carolinian Canada to develop their EcoTrail around the pond. Stay tuned for upcoming tours and workshops.
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Premier's Letter to Minister of Natural Resources
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Ontario's Premiere Kathleen Wynne has released her letter of direction to the Minister of Natural Resources. The letter speaks to the government's mandate moving forward, and will be an interesting read for any stakeholders in the region.
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HIEA CAP Meetings - Dates and Presentations
November 11, Hamilton
Hamilton Industrial Environmental Association
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The Community Advisory Panel (CAP) was developed to provide an open forum where community and local association representatives can discuss environmental concerns with member company representatives. Expect presentations from both industry and environmental members, and look forward to potential tours of member companies. 2014 meetings have been scheduled to start at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday February 11, May 13, August 12 and November 11, 2014, in the ArcelorMittal Dofasco main office at 1300 Burlington Street East.
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Opportunities for Comment

Ontario Nature: Endangered Species Act Hearing Date Set
Hearing January 14-15, Ontario
Ontario Nature
contact Anne Bell at anneb@ontarionature.org
The date for Ontario Nature's hearing regarding the Endangered Species Act has been set for January 14-15, 2015. It will be 1 1/2 days in front of three judges (to be determined) in the divisional court. If you would like any further information on this you can contact Anne Bell at anneb@ontarionature.org or 416-444-8419 ext. 239
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Recovery Strategy for Yellow-Breasted Chat Auricollis Subspecies
Comment by November, Canada
Environment Canada
Click Here to Learn More
search for Yellow-breasted Chat auricollis subspecies
On September 5, 2014, Environment Canada posted on the Species at Risk Public Registry the proposed recovery planning document for the Yellow-breasted Chat auricollis subspecies (Icteria virens auricollis) (Southern Mountain population) in Canada. The document is open for a 60-day comment period.
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CCC in the News

Hamilton teens help nature as a result of Carolinian Canada’s Grow Wild! Boot Camps
Read the Media Release Here

Volunteers uncover some of Elgin’s hidden gems through the Elgin Natural Heritage Inventory
Read the Media Release Here

Big Picture Talks

ELGIN NATURAL HERITAGE INVENTORY

Safety First! Hunting Season Starts Soon

Sara Howe, Elgin Natural Heritage Inventory Assistant

Image: Broad Beech Fern - Jarmo Jalava

I hope you have been getting out and exploring Elgin this summer, and recording and submitting all of your interesting sightings. While out in the field this summer Carolinian Canada staff have come across many species at risk and provincially tracked species, including some rare ferns such as the Narrow-leaved Glade Fern, Goldie’s Wood Fern, and Broad Beech Fern.

There is still time to get out and participate in the Elgin Natural Heritage Inventory (click here to get involved). This time of year is a great time to look for reptiles and amphibians as well as birds migrating south for the winter. This is also a good time of year to see the bright scarlet leaves of the Black Gum and Eastern Flowering Dogwood or the bright yellow leaves of the Butternut. That being said fall is here and that means hunting season is about to begin. It is very important that you are aware of who owns the property you are on and the activities permitted on it.

Some dates to keep in mind:
Duck Hunting season begins September 27th and goes until January 10th.

Deer Hunting (Archery Season) has 4 hunting periods:
October 1st-November 2nd, November 10th to November 16th, November 24th to November 30th, December 8th to December 31st

Deer Hunting (Black Powder) has 3 hunting periods:
November 3rd to November 9th, November 17 to November 23rd, December 1st to December 7th

If you do find yourself out in the field during this time near a property where hunting is permitted, it is important that you wear hunter orange to make you stand out. If you would like more information about hunting regulations in Ontario you can click here to visit the Ontario Hunting Regulations Summary online

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Members Notice Board

Announcements

Take the Healthy Hikes Challenge!
May 1 - October 31, Ontario
Conservation Ontario
Click Here to Learn More
Conservation Ontario and Ontario’s 36 Conservation Authorities challenge you to spend time hiking in our province’s over 270 Conservation Areas and track your progress for a chance to win great prizes! Healthy Hikes will teach you about the ways our environment boosts your health and how you can energize your body and mind by Stepping into Nature.
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Educational Resources: Ontario's Clean Water Act
September, Online
Ministry of the Environment and Climate Change
Click Here to Learn More
Ontario's Clean Water Act helps ensure public health by protecting existing and future sources of drinking water. Some municipalities will be responsible for education and outreach policies in their local area to help protect our valuable water sources. The Ministry of the Environment and Climate Change has developed a resource catalogue to help municipalities implement these policies.
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3000 March For Climate in Toronto
September, Toronto
Toronto Star - Article
Click Here to Learn More
Over 3000 protesters took part in the People's Climate March this past month, joining marches in over 2500 cities around the globe, and culminating in the 300,000 person march in New York City. The timing coincides with the UN leader's conference on climate change. You can read more about this historic effort at the Toronto Star.
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Bird Science and Environmental Education Program
September, On
Bird Studies Canada
Click Here to Learn More
Bird Studies Canada is ready for another exciting season of Bird Science and Environmental Education programming in southern Ontario! Check out the 2014-2015 school program flyer to view exciting, curriculum-linked field trip programs at Bird Studies Canada and Long Point Bird Observatory, as well as in-school classroom programs and Citizen Science workshops
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Chrysler and the ERCA Tree Planting
September, Windsor
Essex Region Conservation Authority
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Chrysler’s Joint Workplace Environment Committee is teaming up with the Essex Region Conservation Authority (ERCA) and the City of Windsor to plant trees this fall. This planting is part of a multi-phased tree planting and naturalization initiative with Chrysler employees in this area.
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Grand River Water Management Plan
September, Grand River Watershed
Grand River Conservation Authority
Click Here to Learn More
The GRCA is ready to implement their new water managemnt plan, set to address water supply, water quality and flooding issues along the Grand River watershed. The plan has been endorsed by all levels of government, and has been five years in the making as a collaborative partnership between municipalities, provincial ministries, the federal government, Six Nations of the Grand River, and the Grand River Conservation Authority
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Events

Run to Support Community Environmental Health
October, Toronto
Sustainability Network
Click Here to Learn More
Run with the Sustainability Network and support a charitable organization that strives to build a stronger environmental community. Since its founding, the Sustainability Network has provided support to thousands of leaders and organizations working on critical issues such as climate change, forest conservation, fresh water and waste reduction.
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Latornell Symposium Registration Open
November 18-20, Alliston
Latornell Conservation Symposium
Click Here to Learn More
Online registration for the symposium is open. This year's theme is Growth and Transformation. The symposium will be held at the Nottawasaga Inn Resort and Conservation Centre.
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Fall Forest Festival and BBQ
October 5, Marcy's Woods, Fort Erie
Niagara Falls Nature Club and Ontario Woodlot Association
Click Here to Learn More
Following the bbq (@ approx. 1:45 pm - bring your own chairs and cuttlery) you will be car pooling to the magnificent Marcy’s Woods at the end of Hollowbay Road. You will be guided by members of the Niagara Falls Nature Club where we’ll learn about the 285 ac property and its Carolinian sandhill forest. Non-members are welcome at a cost of $45/family, which includes the bbq and a 2015 Niagara Woodlot Association membership
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2014 Ontario Land Trust Gathering - Register Now
October 22 - 24, Orillia
Ontario Land Trust
Click Here to Learn More
This year, the conference theme is “Engage, Inspire and Grow”. The Gathering provides an opportunity to network with your colleagues working to conserve Ontario’s incredible natural and heritage features while adding to your skills and knowledge to take back to your community
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Lambton Wildlife - Indoor and Outdoor Fall Program
October - November, Lambton County
Lambton Wildlife Incorporated
Click Here to Learn More
Lambton wildlife has an exciting program planned for the fall: Learn about Important Bird Areas Program with Mike Burrell, and Our Place in the Universe with Richard Weatherston. Don't miss great outdoor activities including: a visit to the Bluewater Centre for Raptor Rehabilitation, and Tree Identification at Canatara Park
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The 30% Solution
October 8, Sarnia
Green Drinks Sarnia
Click Here to Learn More
Come out and join Shawn McKnight to talk about achieving the minimum for a healthy natural environment in the back room at Limbo Lounge, 196 N. Christina St. 7:00pm
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Where is Mr. Potato Head?
October, Grand River Watershed
Grand River Conservation Authority
Click Here to Learn More
There are plenty of exciting events for the whole family this fall all along the Grand River. Come out and use GPS to help find Mr. Potato Head's missing parts at Shade's Mills, go on an Owl Prowl, and figure out how to not get lost in the woods at Laurel Creek Conservation Area.
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In this Month's News

Species At Risk Surveys at First Nations

30/30 Celebration
Here

Elgin Natural Heritage Inventory Volunteer Event

2014 Ecosystem Recovery Forum

Feature News
Here

Millpond Stewards Launch a Success - More to Come!

Premier's Letter to Minister of Natural Resources

HIEA CAP Meetings - Dates and Presentations

Opportunities for Comment
Here

Ontario Nature: Endangered Species Act Hearing Date Set

Recovery Strategy for Yellow-Breasted Chat Auricollis Subspecies

CCC in the News
Here

Big Picture Talks

Safety First! Hunting Season Starts Soon

Member Announcements
Here

Take the Healthy Hikes Challenge!

Educational Resources: Ontario's Clean Water Act

3000 March For Climate in Toronto

Bird Science and Environmental Education Program

Chrysler and the ERCA Tree Planting

Grand River Water Management Plan

Member Events
Here

Run to Support Community Environmental Health

Latornell Symposium Registration Open

Fall Forest Festival and BBQ

2014 Ontario Land Trust Gathering - Register Now

Lambton Wildlife - Indoor and Outdoor Fall Program

The 30% Solution

Where is Mr. Potato Head?

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Carolinian Canada Coalition Board of Directors

Read more about the Coalition and our board here

Don Pearson (Chair)
Ron Wu-Winter (Vice-Chair)
Gordon Nelson (Past-Chair)
Mark Helm (Secretary)
Chris Turner (Treasurer)
Dawn Bazely
Kristen Bernard
Caroline Biribauer
Tara Borwick
Brian Craig
Mary Elder
Carla Grant
Audrey Heagy
Alistair MacKenzie
John Urquhart
Owen Williams
Jim Oliver

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