CPAWS-NL

10/19/2026

10/14/2026

TONIGHT! Join us on Zoom for a guest talk by Justin Hodge about Charlie’s Place and Indigenous-led conservation in Central Newfoundland, followed by the CPAWS-NL Annual General Meeting.

📅 Tonight, October 14 | 6:30–8:00 pm NDT
💻 Online via Zoom - everyone welcome!

Register to receive the Zoom link:
https://buytickets.at/cpawsnl/2451170

10/13/2026

Join us TONIGHT for the CPAWS-NL Annual General Meeting! 🌿

📅 Wednesday, October 14 | 6:30–8:00 PM NDT
💻 Online via Zoom

Hear from guest speaker Justin Hodge about Charlie’s Place and Indigenous-led conservation in Central Newfoundland, catch up on our conservation work, and learn how you can get involved.

Interested in joining our board? We’re seeking people with a variety of backgrounds, experiences and perspectives to help guide our work. Nominate yourself by emailing [email protected] or let us know during the meeting.

Everyone is welcome! Register to receive the Zoom link:

CPAWS-NL AGM 2026 – Zoom, Wed 14 Oct 2026 - Join CPAWS-NL for an evening of conservation and connection at our Annual General Meeting! We’ll open with a talk by special guest Justin Hodge on Charlie’s Place and Indigenous-led conservation in Central Newfoundland. Hear directly from Justin abou...

10/10/2026

Happy World Migratory Bird Day!

Newfoundland and Labrador is an important breeding ground and stopover for migratory birds. From puffins along our coast to songbirds in our forests, birds depend on our province’s habitats for places to nest, feed and rest. Protecting these habitats supports birds here and along the migration routes that connect us to the rest of the world.

Birds help keep ecosystems healthy by spreading seeds, controlling insect populations and supporting food webs. Changes in their populations can also tell us how our environment is changing.
This year’s theme, “Every Bird Counts – Your Observations Matter!”, highlights how everyday birdwatchers can contribute to science. Recording the birds you see and hear helps researchers track populations, understand migration and identify important habitats.

Want to identify a bird, find somewhere to watch them, or contribute your sightings? Here are a few resources to get started:

• All About Birds - Find species guides, bird calls and tips for identifying and understanding birds.
https://www.allaboutbirds.org/
• Merlin Bird ID - A free app to help identify birds by sound, photo or a few simple questions.
https://www.merlinbirds.org/
• eBird - Explore local birding hotspots and record sightings that support research and conservation.
https://ebird.org/
• Birds Canada - Discover conservation projects, community science programs and practical ways to help birds.
https://www.birdscanada.org/
• Newfoundland Breeding Bird Atlas - Learn about the community science project documenting which birds breed on the island and where they occur.
https://nf.birdatlas.ca/
• Key Biodiversity Areas Canada - Explore places important for birds and other biodiversity, including sites here in NL.
https://kbacanada.org/
• Nature Newfoundland and Labrador - Find local nature events and download their free Guide to Birding in Newfoundland and Labrador, with birding locations and tips for getting started.
https://naturenl.ca/
Birding guide:https://naturenl.ca/sites/naturenl.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Nature-NL-Guide-to-Birding-in-Newfoundland-Labrador.pdf

Have a favourite birding resource, guide or local group? Share it in the comments!

10/09/2026

Petrel season is in full swing!

From mid-September to mid-November, young Leach’s Storm-Petrels leave their nesting burrows. Artificial lights can attract them to land, and strong winds may bring them into our communities.

Keep an eye out around buildings and along foundations. These tiny seabirds are dark with a white patch above their tail.

Found a live petrel? Here’s how you can help:

🧤 Contain gently: Wear gloves, gently hold its wings against its body and place it in a ventilated cardboard box lined with paper towel.
📦 Keep cool and quiet: Keep the box away from children and pets. Do not offer food or water.
📱 Call or text the hotline for guidance and the nearest drop-off location. In remote areas, we can provide advice on safe release.

After handling, dispose of gloves and wash your hands.

Please report all sightings - dead or alive - by calling or texting the CPAWS-NL hotline at 709-330-8929. You can also message Puffin & Petrel Patrol NL on Facebook.

10/09/2026

🌿 Love the outdoors? Care about the future of Newfoundland and Labrador? Join our board!

CPAWS-NL is seeking new board members with a variety of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives to help guide our conservation work.

Whether your experience is in conservation, community organizing, education, communications, fundraising, finance, law, or governance - or you bring a passion for nature and a strong connection to your community - we’d love to hear from you.

You don’t need to be a conservation expert. We welcome people who care about protecting our province’s wild spaces and want to contribute their time, ideas, and skills.

Interested? Email [email protected] to learn more or put your name forward. Nominations can also be made during our Annual General Meeting on October 14.

Help shape the future of conservation in Newfoundland and Labrador.

10/08/2026

Join CPAWS-NL for a talk by Justin Hodge on Charlie’s Place: Indigenous-led conservation in Central Newfoundland. This is a chance to learn more about Charlie’s Place and hear directly from Justin about this important conservation work happening in our province.

The talk will open our Annual General Meeting, followed by updates on CPAWS-NL’s work and welcoming new board members. Everyone is welcome - you don’t need to be a member to attend!

📅 Wednesday, October 14
🕡 6:30–8:00 PM
💻 Online via Zoom

Register here: https://buytickets.at/cpawsnl/2451170

Interested in joining our board? Email [email protected] or put your name forward during the meeting.

10/06/2026

Join us for the CPAWS-NL Annual General Meeting!

📅 Wednesday, October 14
🕖 6:30–8:00 PM
📍 Virtual (Zoom)

Register to attend here: https://buytickets.at/cpawsnl/2451170

We’ll begin the evening with a talk from special guest speaker Justin Hodge. After, we'll share updates on our conservation work, along with welcoming new board members. Nominations are now open - get in touch if you’re interested in joining the board! Email [email protected] to submit your nominations, or let us know during the meeting. Everyone is welcome to attend!