by admin | May 31, 2021 | Climate and Environment, Spotlights on Environmental Projects
Written by: Jeninaah Hamilton The Canadian Environmental Network (RCEN) – The Canadian Environmental Network (RCEN), builds links between large and small environmental groups to support a major change in our environment. The RCEN has numerous volunteering...
by admin | May 27, 2021 | Gardens and Farms, Story Times
Written by: Zoe Chen There was a story about small me that my grandmother loved to tell. As my family loves to fish, my grandmother would always pick the biggest worms in her garden to bring on the trips. At that time, she gestured for me to come over. I was...
by admin | May 20, 2021 | Gardens and Farms
Written by: Zack Sher Over the course of the COVID-19 pandemic, gardening has quickly become one of southern Ontario’s favourite pastimes. Almost one-in-five Canadians tried their hand at gardening amid lockdowns, and the enjoyable hobby continues to surge with each...
by admin | May 13, 2021 | Spotlights on Species
Written by: Mackenzie Grenaway They’re yellow, they have tiny petals, and you can make a wish with them too. You know what I’m talking about – dandelions! They grow wherever grass lies and never seem to want to leave once they’ve got their roots in. While they...
by admin | May 6, 2021 | Spotlights on Species
Written by: Kiya Tavascia A sunflower is a large, daisy-like flower known for its beautiful look and edible seeds. It comes in many colours; red, orange, yellow, maroon, and brown but is commonly bright yellow. The flower head has anywhere from 15-30 petals and is...
