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Featured News Stories
How your purchasing decisions can help grassland and prairie birds
This article is the final installment in a three-part series exploring the connections between the Canadian Prairies, prairie producers, and birds.
Birds Canada Welcomes New President
Birds Canada Board of Directors Chair, Paul Uys, is pleased to announce Patrick Nadeau as the organization’s new President, beginning July 1, following the retirement of Steven Price.
The wonder of birds growing up
Finding a bird nest can be an amazing experience! We were excited to read this story from a Powell River, BC, resident about discovering and observing a Townsend’s Solitaire nest.
Birds Canada launches national initiative to empower gardeners and home owners to protect birds
Today, Birds Canada announces the launch of “Gardening for Birds,” a major new conservation initiative which promotes the creation of nature-friendly gardens, benefiting birds across Canada.
Livestock producers are powerful allies for grassland birds
The Prairies, with their rich biodiversity, are one of the most important ecosystems for birds in North America. This article is the second installment in a three-part series exploring the connections between the Canadian Prairies, prairie producers, and birds.
Join the 2021 Birdathon – for fun, community, and birds!
Thank you to those who have already registered for the 2021 Great Canadian Birdathon®. Sign up now and you can join thousands of birders and supporters giving birds a boost!
Explore the world of birds from home with virtual celebrations
You’re invited to explore the world of birds during these upcoming celebrations! Most of the events are virtual and free.
Project FeederWatch Season Highlights for 2020-21
In a year of staying apart, our enjoyment of watching birds still “brought us together”. Participation in Project FeederWatch was up 53% in Canada!
Celebrating Curlews in Canada’s west and beyond!
Long-billed Curlews are on their way back north to their breeding habitat in western Canada! Celebrate World Curlew Day on April 21 to support curlew conservation around the world.