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...
by admin | Apr 29, 2021 | Climate and Environment
Written by Hamda Alvi A few weeks ago, I went to the beach with my family, the cool spring winds calm with the sounds of rapid waves. I walked closer to the edge where the water gently touched the sand, rocks glistening right below the surface and…...
