Improving ecological literacy to benefit science, and neighbourhood gardens

From GreenUP, GreenUP Ecology Park, Nature

Learning about local ecosystems helps gardeners and researchers alike. By Hayley Goodchild, landscape program manager, GreenUP Getting to know nearby plants, animals and insects is a sure way to create a better garden. Gardeners start to notice which plants attract...

Forest bathing brings peace, purpose, and planet-friendly benefits

Nature

By Beth McKinlay, trained forest and nature therapy guide  Taking time to walk slowly and mindfully in a forest is not a luxury. It has profound benefits not only for personal wellbeing, but it can also enhance one’s ability and commitment to promote environmental and...

Exploring the Flora & Fauna collection at ReFrame 2026

Climate Action, Conservation, Nature

By ReFrame Film Festival staff  ReFrame Film Festival’s commitment to environmental justice takes centre stage in its “Flora & Fauna” collection this year. Each festival year, ReFrame groups its films into thematic collections. This year’s Flora & Fauna...

What the forest can teach about climate conversations

Nature

By Alixandrah Lonsdale, former Trent University communications and marketing program assistant, GreenUP Taking action against climate change can feel like an isolating and impossible task at times. Alone, individuals can lower their personal carbon footprint, however,...

10 principles for mindful foraging in Peterborough & the Kawarthas

From GreenUP, Nature

  By: Lili Paradi, communications manager, GreenUp As a settler in Peterborough & the Kawarthas, I’ve come to appreciate the diversity of vegetation that makes this area unique. I am reminded that traditionally, foraging wild or cultivated plants helped...

Naturalized playscape in Peterborough

GreenUP Ecology Park, Nature

    By: Lili Paradi, communications manager, GreenUP “The work that GreenUP is doing in association with the City of Peterborough inspires me and is bringing something truly special to the community. The vision and approach that they took to this playground...