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Three Job Postings at Blazing Star

"Be part of a social enterprise that supports industry, government, and NGOs in planning and creating sustainable communities."

Blazing Star Environmental is hiring three different positions....

Hiring: Healing Garden Support Assistant

Applications Due February 11th

Carolinian Canada is seeking a contract employee to assemble Healing Garden Kits and mail them across the region. Expect to work about 25 hours/month from February...

Funds Available: Species at Risk Partnerships on Agricultural Lands

The Species at Risk Partnerships on Agricultural Lands (SARPAL) Program will have a 2022 intake that will open on February 14 at 9am and close on February 18 at 5pm, or as soon as funds are fully...

Announcing CIB Phase 2: Scaling up one of Canada’s most innovative conservation finance solutions

LONDON, ON – November 24, 2021 - Today, the Leadership Team of the Deshkan Ziibi Conservation Impact Bond (DZCIB) is pleased to welcome the support from Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC)...

The Deshkan Ziibi Conservation Impact Bond Report

“The name Deshkan Ziibi comes from the original Anishinaabemowin name given to the Thames River which translates to “antlered or horned river.” It’s important to take time to build relationships,...

Friends Buried in the Backyard

Serious gardeners and suppliers of composting tools have posted lots of good advice on the internet about how to compost.  The focus in this article is on encouraging your best backyard friends (meet...

Messy is Best: Fall Gardening

Leave the leaves

Many insects overwinter in leaf litter, including bees and butterflies! As the leaves break down, they will fertilize your garden and help build topsoil. If you really have to...

Strengthening the Mill Pond Habitat Through Native Planting Around Town

Strengthening the Mill Pond Habitat Through Native Planting Around Town

Dorchester’s beloved Mill Pond depends on a Carolinian ecosystem that extends beyond property lines.

An upcoming virtual...

Native Plant Guide for Essex County

This guide is an introduction to some of the more common native plants found within Essex County. You will find photos and identification tips to help you identify locally common native plants at all...

Take the In The Zone Challenge!

Your garden can grow a green future for wildlife and people in your neighbourhood. Get Healthy Garden Points, join our community, explore nature, share your knowledge, help wildlife, and get climate-smart. Count your garden in today and start BEFORE you plant!

Visit Canada's Biggest Wildlife Garden

Visit Canada's Biggest Wildlife Garden