The benefits from our urban forest are countless. Unfortunately, trees take a long time to mature. Planting new trees is great but caring for the trees that are already established is vital to their longevity and the longevity our urban forest.

Weather variance has caused a need for an increase in salt use on sidewalks and roadways. This salt is then carried away by runoff into our water bodies and is harmful to the water quality, the plant and animal life and habitats.

Do a tick check every time you come back from the outdoors. Tick populations are growing and intensifying due to climate change.

Seeing litter lying around the city is a disturbing site. How are we supposed to take action on climate change if we can’t even keep the environment from being exposed to our waste?

Sharing knowledge at the Up North on Climate Change conference.

Seeing litter lying around the city is a disturbing site. How are we supposed to take action on climate change if we can’t even keep the environment from being exposed to our waste?

We want to tell everyone about climate change; what it is, the impacts, and what we can do. Let’s talk with the community and tell them about this amazing new website that is connecting information, actions, and stories to inspire climate engagement in the Thunder Bay region.

Migratory birds are facing challenges with the changing climate. Birds migrate from one place to another because of changing seasonal temperatures and food availability. Arriving at the wrong time may cause survival problems for the birds due to lack of food and habitat.

Seedlings in spring. Taking root..

Do a tick check every time you come back from the outdoors. Tick populations are growing and intensifying due to climate change.