Posted on: February 21, 2012

Lake Huron
Photo provided by Ontario Tourism Marketing Partnership Corporation (2012)

Every summer, thousands of Ontarians flock to the cottage country and sandy beaches along the shores of Lake Huron and Georgian Bay. Here are a few facts about this popular destination and important freshwater resource.

Posted on: February 17, 2012

Family going skiing
Photo provided by Ontario Tourism Marketing Partnership Corporation (2012)

Family Day this year falls on Monday, February 20th. Think of it as a great way to reconnect with each other and get in touch with Ontario's natural environment.

Posted on: February 13, 2012

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Hands making the shape of a heart

Let's celebrate February 14th with hearts and flowers, and with earth-friendly ideas that show how much we care for our loved ones and for Mother Earth.

Posted on: February 7, 2012

Humber Arboretum Centre for Urban Ecology
Photo kindly provided by Humber Arboretum

The Humber Arboretum Centre for Urban Ecology is the first facility of its kind in Ontario to achieve Platinum Certification from Ontario EcoCentres, a new program designed to help education centres address the issue of climate change.

Posted on: February 6, 2012

Lake Ontario

Smallest of the Great Lakes in surface area, Lake Ontario is still the 14th largest freshwater lake in the world.

Posted on: February 2, 2012

Minister Jim Bradley, Deputy Minister Gail Beggs and staff pose with World Wildlife Fund Panda.

Pose in a pullover. Rock a cardigan. Turn yourself out in your most expressive sweater. Dial down the heat and dial up your support for climate change action.

Posted on: February 1, 2012

Man and woman in hard hats work on renovation project

Thinking of taking on a home renovation this year? Make your home work better for you and the planet with a green home renovation.

Posted on: January 24, 2012

Lake Superior with smoke stack

Communities across Ontario have been working hard on plans that will help protect local drinking water. Find out how you can have your say.

Posted on: January 20, 2012

Downspout

Disconnecting your home's downspouts from the sewer system is an effective way to protect water quality in your community.

Posted on: January 18, 2012

Lake Superior

The shorelines of Lakes Ontario, Erie, Huron and Superior draw the southern outline of our province. Our history and success as a province depends on these immense freshwater resources. Learn why we need to protect and restore them.