Transition to Less Waste

03/23/2026

03/21/2026

(Le français suit) Did you know? Canada’s forests shelter more than 400 species at risk, and each year they capture carbon equivalent to the emissions of 28 million cars.

From the air we breathe to the water we drink, forests support our everyday lives while providing habitat for countless species.

Protecting forests means protecting biodiversity, climate stability and the natural spaces that connect us all. 💚🌲

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Le saviez-vous? Les forêts du Canada abritent plus de 400 espèces en péril et, chaque année, elles captent une quantité de carbone équivalente aux émissions de 28 millions de voitures.

De l’air que nous respirons à l’eau que nous buvons, les forêts soutiennent notre vie quotidienne tout en offrant un habitat à d’innombrables espèces.

Protéger les forêts, c’est protéger la biodiversité, la stabilité du climat et les espaces naturels qui nous relient tous. 💚🌲

03/20/2026

It may still feel like winter on this March Friday, but Ontario’s toughest residents are already stirring🐢❄️

Did you know spotted turtles are some of the most cold-tolerant turtle species in the province? They are the ultimate "ice-breakers," sometimes seen basking on logs right next to melting snowbanks!

​Right now, in this "wintery spring" transition, they are beginning to stir from their deep winter slumber (called brumation). They aren't fully active yet, but they're waking up.

​How you can help:
​🚗 Watch the Roads: As the thaw begins, turtles may start moving toward sunny spots or nesting sites. Keep a close eye out, especially near wetlands.
​🐢 Get involved: Check out ontarioturtle.ca for helpful resources and sign up to become an official "Turtle Taxi" driver this season.

​Hang in there, spring is (slowly) coming!

03/20/2026

03/12/2026

For SWOX and Woodstock residents

ATTENTION Township of South-West Oxford and City of Woodstock, Ontario residents!

Additional organic green bin containers and kitchen containers are available for sale at the following locations:

• Oxford County Administration Building (21 Reeve Street, Woodstock)
• Oxford County Waste Management Facility (384060 Salford Rd, Salford)
• South-West Oxford Township Office (312915 Dereham Line, Mount Elgin)
• Woodstock Enviro Depot (944 James Street, Woodstock)

The 7-litre kitchen container for food waste costs $3.00, while the 45-litre green bin for disposal of organic materials curbside is available for purchase at $19.00.

Find more information online at www.oxfordcounty.ca/services-for-you/garbage-and-recycling/containers-for-sale

03/12/2026

Is it possible for coyotes and humans to co-exist? 🐺

Wildlife rehabilitators think so.

In our latest blog, we explain coyote behaviour (they really aren’t stalking you) and share tips on steps you can take to keep coyotes at bay.

Read more here 👉 https://www.salthaven.org/s/stories/co-existing-with-coyotes

03/12/2026

Robins have begun to sing their song of spring! As the days get warmer and longer, you’ll start to hear their cheerful whistles throughout the daylight hours.

Did you know, although we associate robins with spring, they can actually overwinter on the moraine? As long as there are berries to eat, like sumacs and dogwoods, they’re willing to tough out the cold weather!

03/12/2026

🌱Seed Change with eco-corridors and get $20 in healthy landscape rewards!

🏡Explore our new Growing Resilient Eco-Corridors tool. Take a virtual journey to be part of the Big Picture solution for a healthy Carolinian Zone. Connect habitat, knowledge, and opportunities for thriving, resilient communities – urban and rural.

🌳Be one of the first 500 to complete this 7-minute Eco-Corridor journey to receive a $20 voucher to the Carolinian Canada shop where you can order healing garden seeds, merchandise, or a consultation with a Carolinian Zone ecologist.

🗺️Whether you care for a garden or a forest, you can be part of the Big Picture solution for a green future.

💻Seed Change on the land today at https://hlc.caroliniancanada.ca/

Long Point Basin Land Trust, Thames Talbot Land Trust, Caldwell First Nation, Nature at McMaster, Wildlands League, St. Williams Conservation Reserve, Hamilton Naturalists' Club

03/12/2026

03/11/2026

📍Join us at this webinar for a sneak peek of Big Picture 2030 and put yourself on the map.

🌿Carolinian Canada and partners are beta-launching Big Picture 2030 to grow healthy landscapes and activate habitat corridors in the Carolinian Zone in the spirit and practice of reconciliation.

🏡Connect with an active community of plants, people, and projects to grow a green future in your neighbourhood!

💻Register for the webinar at https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_erl3FQhzRqGmfWNQmTuXmg