Ontario Nature has been protecting wild species and wild spaces through conservation, education and public engagement since 1931.Ontario Nature (formerly Federation of Ontario Naturalists) protects wild species and wild spaces through education, conservation and public engagement

Core values

- **Protection of Wetlands and Natural Areas**: Ontario Nature's efforts to restore provincial wetland protections, protect the Greenbelt, and expand protected areas address critical environmental issues, such as flooding mitigation, carbon storage, and habitat preservation[1][2][5].
- **Biodiversity Conservation**: The organization's work in protecting species at risk, conserving habitats, and advocating for the integrity of the Endangered Species Act is crucial for maintaining biodiversity and ecosystem health[1][5].
- **Community Engagement and Education**: Initiatives like connecting youth to nature, educating them about biodiversity, and promoting community science contribute to raising environmental awareness and fostering a new generation of environmental stewards[4][5].
- **Policy Influence and Advocacy**: Ontario Nature's advocacy has led to significant policy changes, such as the reduction in neonicotinoid pesticides, protection of pollinators, and the advancement of Indigenous protected areas, all of which promote positive environmental change[1][5].
- **Community Resilience**: By enhancing public participation in environmental decision-making and supporting local conservation efforts, Ontario Nature helps build community resilience to climate change and other environmental challenges[1][3].