Current Issue — Spring 2026
Power Grab
Ontario’s new “special economic zones” give industry wide scope—so wide that they could reverse decades of work establishing legal protections for environmentally sensitive areas.
By Brian Banks
The Myriad Mysteries of the White-throated Sparrow
Multiple colour patterns. A changing song. White-throated sparrows may be ubiquitous (at least for now), but they are far from common.
By Julia Zarankin
Big Moths in Big Trouble
Sphinx moths and other large moth species have been declining for decades. How can this population trend be reversed?
By James Kamstra
Belonging as a Blind Birder
Last Word
By Christine Malec
Ontario Nature is the voice for wild species and wild spaces in Ontario. Its award-winning quarterly magazine, ON Nature, is an authoritative source of engaging environmental content that inspires and informs. Contributors include award-winning journalists, photographers, and leading conservation experts.
The magazine brings readers closer to nature. Experience the great outdoors, even when you’re indoors.
Our Favourites
Ontario’s Bats – Summer 2006
As the only flying mammals in the world bats make an impressive claim to fame. Eight species of these nocturnal creatures live in Ontario.
Root of Temptation – Summer 2018
Once Canada’s second-biggest export, wild American ginseng is increasingly rare today as poachers track it down for its valuable root. So why are conservation measures lagging?
2019 National Magazine Awards, Finalist for Short Feature Writing
The Cutting Edge – Spring 2016
When it comes to grassland birds, farmers are the greatest hope for their preservation. Here’s how some enterprising growers are combining nature protection with making a living.
2017 National Magazine Awards, Silver for Short Feature Writing
Blinded By the Light – Summer 2017
Artificial light is a pollutant, affecting habitat and health of all plants and creatures – including humans. Why the night must be brought back.
2018 National Magazine Awards, Finalist for Short Feature Writing
