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Birds are chirping, turtles are splashing, frogs are croaking; even the hawks are calling sharply from above. It all makes you want to head outdoors and see those wildlife shows with your own eyes.  

Experts in public health, psychology, education and recreation all agree: we should definitely spend more time outside.

Think it’s hard to stay active in the winter? Here are eight easy ways to break a sweat in the snow.

A whopping 3,883 pounds of single-use trash never saw a landfill thanks to the Reusable Dishware Program.

Green means go: These activities will help you chase away the winter blues.

Whether in the backyard or public park, you’ll be the talk of the neighbourhood with these cool snow creations.  

Give meaningful gifts for the nature lovers, foodies and gardeners in your life this season

Nature isn’t as far away as it seems. Don’t let the thermostat stop you from enjoying amazing public spaces.  

We talked to Leah Houston, executive director of Mabelle Arts, about the role of public art, community consultation and a partnership with Evergreen to get the community even more involved.