Every spring and fall in Ontario, something heartbreaking happens in silence. Wildlife — turtles, foxes, deer, raccoons, bears — try to cross our roads and highways. Many never make it to the other side. While most of us have swerved to avoid an animal or slowed down for a crossing deer, we don’t often think …

Red-eared sliders are one of the most recognizable turtles in the world — and one of the most misunderstood in Ontario. With their bright red “ears” and sunny basking habits, these turtles are often seen lounging on logs in ponds and rivers. But unlike Ontario’s native turtles, red-eared sliders are not supposed to be here …

Turtles are some of the most fascinating — and vulnerable — species found in Ontario. These ancient reptiles have survived for over 200 million years, outliving dinosaurs and adapting to countless environmental changes. Yet today, nearly every species in Ontario faces significant threats, many of them human-caused. It’s time we slow down, take notice, and …