Partnership with Ducks Unlimited Canada helping conserve provincial wetlands ST. THOMAS — The Ontario government is partnering with Ducks Unlimited Canada to enhance and restore approximately 60 local wetlands across the province over the next year, as part of a…
On May 21st, 2021 conservation officers responded to reports of abandoned walleye dumped in the south branch of the Muskoka River near the Ontario Power Generation station. Officers found 64 rotting walleye carcases, some of which were left to waste…
Province seeks public input into draft wild pig strategy and updates to Invasive Species Act TORONTO —The Ontario government is protecting the economy and environment by expanding protections to prevent invasive species from establishing or spreading in the province. “Our…
Increased investment to help preserve plants, insects, fish and wildlife throughout the province TORONTO — The Ontario government is investing up to $4.5 million to help protect and recover plants and animals that are in danger of disappearing in the…
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry (MNRF) wants to remind hunters that hunting at night is both dangerous and illegal. An investigation by the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry has resulted in two people being fined a total…
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry wants to remind hunters that shooting across a road is both dangerous and illegal. An investigation by the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry has resulted in three southern Ontario men being fined…
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry (MNRF) wants to remind fishing tournament organizers that they must follow all the conditions of licences and authorizations issued to them. On July 15, 2019, conservation officers responded to several tips about a…
Supporting emergency responders by restricting all outdoor fires in Ontario’s fire region during COVID-19 outbreak April 2, 2020 2:00 P.M. Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry TORONTO — The Ontario government is taking action to protect people and communities from…
The Ontario government is taking steps to ensure a healthy and sustainable black bear population while supporting small businesses and jobs in northern and central Ontario. Today, John Yakabuski, Minister of Natural Resources and Forestry, announced the start of government’s…
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry wants to remind everyone to handle firearms safely, and that Crown land is for the use and enjoyment of all Ontarians. On October 8, 2018, during the open hunting season for moose, two…