Join us for a thought-provoking free event with Rebecca Kolarich, Biodiversity and Nature Manager at Environmental Defence Canada, and Margaret Larson, a conservationist and ambassador for monarch butterflies. This event will explore the pressing issues surrounding the biodiversity crisis and offer actionable insights on how citizens can make a difference, both on a grand scale and through everyday efforts.

Rebecca Kolarich will share her expertise on the biodiversity crisis, focusing on Ontario’s journey with the Endangered Species Act. She’ll discuss its origins, how it has evolved, and the current state of affairs, providing a compelling backdrop to understand the broader context of conservation.

Margaret Larson will illuminate the fascinating life and migration patterns of monarch butterflies, emphasizing their importance in our ecosystems and the alarming decline in their populations. She’ll also provide practical tips on how we can all contribute to reversing this trend, from creating butterfly-friendly habitats to participating in citizen science projects.

As an added bonus, be sure to join us at 2:45PM for a special workshop with Margaret Larson on creating your very own Milkweed Seed Balls, a guerrilla gardening tool used to spread milkweed and support our butterfly population. This workshop is optional, and attendees will receive a Seed Ball kit to take home with them.

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from two passionate experts and discover how you can play a role in supporting biodiversity and preserving our natural heritage.