Environment Ontario
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Official account of Ontario's Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks. Terms of use https://t.co/2wuk60m66H. En français @ONenvironnement
Ontario, Canada
Joined September 2010
#ICYMI #Ontario is partnering with @OntarioTurtleCC and providing over $1 million in continuing funding to support the protection of native turtle species!🐢.Watch the video to learn more. #Conservation #SpeciesAtRisk #Environment #TurtleTuesday
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📸🐦 Love birdwatching or snapping nature shots? You can use your hobby to make a difference!. If you spot an endangered species like the Red Knot (pictured here), report your sighting to play a role in protecting Ontario’s biodiversity.
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🌿🐾 #Ontario protects wildlife by:.• Partnering with 30+ organizations through the Ontario Biodiversity Council. • Conserving 9,900+ acres of vital wetland habitat through the Wetlands Conservation Partner Program. • Supporting citizen science programs.
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#Ontario is investing $9.6 million through the Wetlands Conservation Partner Program to support local wetland restoration and enhancement projects, bringing total funding to nearly $41 million since 2020. Apply by October 8, 2025 at 3pm.
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Let’s make sustainability part of the lesson plan! 📚🌱. ✅ Reuse & repurpose last year’s supplies before buying new. ✅ Pack Waste-Free Lunches. ✅ Walk, bike, or carpool when you can. #EcoFriendly #BackToSchool #SustainableLiving #GreenTips #OursToProtect
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#POV you reported a blue-green algal bloom in Ontario, here's what happens next:.· @ONenvironment works with local public health units to screen water samples. · If there's a risk, public health units issue advisories to keep communities safe. Learn more:
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Ever wonder how #Ontario monitors air quality?.📡 38 stations collect real-time pollution data.📊 It feeds into the Air Quality Health Index (AQHI), which is updated hourly.🧠 AQHI helps you plan your day based on health risks.📍 Check it out:
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Haven’t joined the #30X30NatureChallenge yet? That’s ok, we’re not keeping score! Maybe for you it will be an 30x6 or a 30X2. The point of our challenge is to get out in nature as often as you can. We hope you will make it a lifelong habit!.
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A new proposal from @CMSgov under @DrOz wants to add catheters, ostomy & trach supplies to Medicare’s competitive bidding program. This is a bad idea and will worsen outcomes for seniors & Medicare recipients. My latest in @MedPageToday explains why ⬇️
medpagetoday.com
Limiting urological, tracheostomy, and ostomy supply options will do more harm than good
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🐢🎉 Big news for Ontario’s turtles! The Ontario Turtle Conservation Centre just opened a brand-new, state-of-the-art hospital in Peterborough—with a bigger ICU, hatching area & education centre. A huge leap forward for turtle conservation!. #SpeciesAtRisk #Turtles #Conservation
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#DidYouKnow that spending time outdoors can lower stress, boost your mood and even help you sleep better? 🍃.Find time to support your mental and physical health this month, join the #OP30x30NatureChallenge!.Just 30 minutes a day in nature can make a big difference.
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🌿🐢 Protecting Wetlands = Saving Turtles🐢🌿. 💧 Wetlands are an important turtle habitat, providing food and shelter for several native turtle species in #Ontario. Learn more about the protection of these vital ecosystems: #TurtleTuesday #Environment
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What outdoor activities have you tried this week? 🌈🏞️. Did you capture a photo of a stunning sunset? Snap a selfie of you and your hiking buddies? Tag us in your outdoor photos all month long for a chance to be featured on our channels!. #OP30x30NatureChallenge #OntarioParks
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#DidYouKnow the Holland Marsh area is the most productive vegetable growing region in Canada? 🚜. #Ontario is investing $3 million to help these farmers adopt technologies that use water and phosphorus more efficiently. Applications are open now.
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Every summer, @OntarioParks hires over 1,600 students to help protect and care for our province’s most treasured natural spaces 🎒🌲.🌎 On #WorldRangerDay, we celebrate the important work of rangers around the world and right here in #Ontario. #Environment
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Need some ice for your lemonade?! .Iykyk💎. Check out our page for more!.
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🌿 Nature is for everyone. Join Ontario’s #30x30NatureChallenge this August and explore accessible ways to enjoy the outdoors:.🧘♀️ Seated yoga.🚶♂️ Barrier-free trails.🎣Accessible docks. Find your park: #HealthyParksHealthyPeople #OntarioParks #NatureForAll
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🌿The Ontario Community Environment Fund is now open for applications!. Grants support community-based environmental projects using funds collected from environmental penalties. Apply via Transfer Payment Ontario by September 24: #OCEF #GreenOntario
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42 maps. 1,379 km of trails. Endless adventure. 🧭🌿. Whether you’re a seasoned hiker or a first-timer, planning your Bruce Trail adventure is easier than ever. Start exploring today!
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Let’s work together to protect our water🌊.@ONenvironment identifies blue-green algal blooms and shares critical info with public health units. You can help!.If you spot a suspected bloom, avoid the water and report it: 📞 1-866-663-8477 or 💻
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🌊This Drowning Prevention Week learn how to protect yourself and your loved ones:. ✅ Always supervise children near water.✅ Wear a personal flotation device when on water.✅ Know the water conditions before diving in. Stay safe and have fun!. #WaterSmart #SwimSafe #NDPW2025
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🌿 Take the #30x30NatureChallenge with @OntarioParks!. Spend 30 mins in nature every day this August to boost your mood, reduce stress & feel better. Let’s make green time a daily habit!. 🌞 Learn more: . #HealthyParksHealthyPeople #30x30NatureChallenge
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