Kawartha Land Trust has protected Penryn Forest, a 213-acre property on the Oak Ridges Moraine, through the generosity of the MacLean and Rieger families, individual donors, and funding support from the Government of Ontario’s Greenlands Conservation Partnership program, administered by the Ontario Land Trust Alliance, Environment and Climate Change Canada’s Nature Smart Climate Solutions Fund, and the Natural Heritage Conservation Program – Land Trust Conservation Fund. The property preserved forests, wetlands, and wildlife habitat, supporting species at risk including Wood Thrush, Midland Painted Turtles, and Black Ash, while helping protect biodiversity and healthy waterways.

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In partnership with the government, corporations, foundations and other supporters, Nature Conservancy of Canada has secured an additional 20 hectares of land and shoreline in the Saugeen (Bruce) Peninsula. It includes three football fields’ worth of undeveloped Lake Huron shoreline, globally rare alvar, and thriving wetlands and forests. Protecting Baptist Harbour ensures access to clean water and fresh air for the people who call this area home. The parcel exists in a tourism hotspot region where very little shoreline remains undeveloped, but it also exists in an area of ecological significance.
This aquisition was secured thanks to the Government of Ontario through the Greenlands Conservation Partnership program, administered by the Ontario Land Trust Alliance, the Government of Canada, Bruce Power’s Environment and Sustainability Fund, the international foundation Fundacja Drzewo i Jutro/Tree and Tomorrow, and many individual supporters.

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53 hectares at Varty Lake, including 800 meters of shoreline, marsh and forest habitats, in Ontario’s Napanee Plain is now protected! This acquisition was secured thanks to the generous donation of the property by Napanee-area resident Susi Reinink through Canada’s Ecological Gifts Program. Located about 20 kilometres northeast of Napanee, the site is home to one of the last undeveloped private shorelines on the picturesque Varty Lake, supporting species like bald eagles, common loons, eastern wood-peewee and Canada warblers. The site also improves the water quality of the lake, delivering benefits for water, wildlife and people.
This aquisition was secured both through Canada’s Ecological Gift Programs and the Province of Ontario’s Greenlands Conservation Partnership program, administered by OLTA.

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The Escarpment Biosphere Conservancy and Ducks Unlimited Canada have announced the protection of an additional 365 acres of sensitive wetland and forest near the community of Benallen, completing the 600-acre Benallen Nature Preserve. The creation of the Benallen Nature Preserve is a significant achievement for EBC's Wild Future Campaign and a major milestone for conservation in Grey County. Near Owen Sound, the Benallen Nature Preserve encompasses three contiguous parcels of intact wetlands and forests, forming a thriving natural corridor that supports both biodiversity and community well-being. The site also borders the popular multi-use rail trail, providing opportunities for hikers, naturalists, and families to connect with nature. This acquisition was made possible through the generous support of the following funders: EBC's Wild Future Campaign; Ducks Unlimited Canada; Environment and Climate Change Canada's Nature Smart Climate Solutions Fund, administered by OLTA; The Government of Ontario's Greenlands Conservation Partnership program, administered by OLTA; The Government of Canada's Natural Heritage Conservation Program Fund, The Ontario Conservation Accelerator Program, The Greenbelt Foundation and Microsoft Canada Inc..

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This 101-acre oasis of rich mixed forest west of Wiarton on the Saugeen Peninsula, just beside Boat Lake, forms a vital ecological connector between existing conservation. This linkage strengthens an expanding wildlife corridor extending toward the Rankin River Key Biodiversity Area, an internationally recognized hotspot for species richness and habitat value. The acquisition was made possible by the exceptional generosity of Richard and Barb Ottewell; the Government of Ontario's Greenlands Conservation Partnership program, administered by the Ontario Land Trust Alliance; as well as other donations. This property was successfully secured for safekeeping as part of the Escarpment Biosphere Conservancy’s Wild Future Campaign.

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Introducing the Wild Haven Nature Preserve! This 100-acre landscape of exceptional ecological value is located in the Cape Chin area of the Saugeen (Bruce) Peninsula and acts as a vital corridor between Otter Lake, Cherry Hill and Lira Lake wetlands. Wildhaven is a landscape shaped by the unique geology of the Niagara Escarpment, featuring rolling grasslands, karst formations, mixed forest and lively wetlands. As the name describes, the preserve is also home to abundant wildlife including many threatened species in Ontario. This aquisition was made possible through the generous support of the Government of Ontario's Greenlands Conservation Partnership program, administer by OLTA.

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Ontario Nature (ON)'s Sauble Dunes North adds 66 acres of vulnerable coastal dune habitat to expand its existing Sauble Dunes Nature Reserve. The project strengthens a vital ecological corridor in the Saugeen (Bruce) Peninsula, permanently protecting 77.78 hectares (192 acres) of rare coastal dune wetland. Prior to its acquisition by Ontario Nature, Sauble Dunes North was owned by a developer and zoned for rural development, posing an imminent threat to this unique habitat from residential and road construction.

This acquisition was made possible by the generous support of the Government of Canada's Natural Heritage Conservation Program, through the Land Trust Conservation Fund, administered by Wildlife Habitat Canada and Environment Ontario's Greenlands Conservation Partnership Program, administered by the Ontario Land Trust Alliance.

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MapleCross-Fraserburg Nature Reserve is 597 acres of upland forest and various wetland ecosystems in the hamlet of Fraserburg near Bracebridge. It's Muskoka Conservancy's second largest property to date. Historically a hunt camp, the MapleCross-Fraserburg Nature Reserve provides habitat for several species at-risk and as part of its long-term plan, Muskoka Conservancy intends to create trails for the public to enjoy!

This acquisition was made possible by the generous support of the Government of Canada through the Nature Heritage Conservation Program, part of Canada's Nature Fund, as well as support from The Kenneth M. Molson Foundation, MapleCross Foundation, Environment Ontario's Greenlands Conservation Partnership Program, administered by the Ontario Land Trust Alliance, The Echo Foundation, and the Chisholm-Thomson Family Foundation.

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Located just north of the village of Vernonville, this property is the latest acquisition of the Northumberland Land Trust, and the largest donation the land trust has ever received. More than 332 acres of land were donated by Rob and Freda Kennedy, with the property named after Mr. Kennedy's late mother. The property is home to diverse and regionally significant woodlands, composed of pines, maples, ash, birch, jack pines, bitternut hickory, shagbark hickory, black oak and old-growth hemlock. Fifteen at-risk species have been identified within the property. Now, this beautiful woodland is protected forever, and will be open for the public to enjoy in the spring of 2026. Hiking trails stretch through the property, ideal for hikers, bird watchers or those simply interested in getting outside!

The conservation of this property was made possible through the generous support of Ontario's Greenlands Conservation Partnership program.

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The beautiful 360-acre Red Horse Highlands property is a biologically rich and ecologically vital landscape within the Frontenac Arch Biosphere. The project was a clear conservation win but a daunting prospect, with a fundraising goal 200 percent larger than any project in the Thousnd Island Watershed Land Trust's history. But the response from the community was nothing short of extraordinary. Local supporters rallied behind the cause, contributing nearly 30 percent of the total cost of conservation. The Red Horse Highlands property lies along the northwestern boundary of Charleston Lake Provincial Park in Eastern Ontario. With 2,000 feet of shoreline on the west of Red Horse Lake, it occupies a central and ecologically significant position within the Frontenac Arch Biosphere.

The conservation of this property was made possible through the generous support of Ontario's Greenlands Conservation Partnership program, as well as support from Wildlife Habitat, Ontario Conservation Accelerator and Canada and Environment and Climate Change Canada through the Natural Heritage Conservation Program - Land Trust Conservation Fund.

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The Magnetawan Wetlands Nature Reserve is a 139-acre property in the Municipality of Magnetawan. The new nature reserve features a large wetland complex that forms part of a broader of the Provincially Significant Wetland system. The site has also been identified as a Candidate Life Science Area of Natural and Scientific Interest. The region features the rich natural landscapes of the Canadian Shield, including mixed woodlands, rolling hills, rocky outcrops, and numerous lakes and water systems that flow into the Magnetawan River.

The conservation of this property was made possible through the generous support of Ontario's Greenlands Conservation Partnership program, as well as support from the Echo Foundation and the Government of Canada's Natural Heritage Conservation Program.

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865 acres of critical forests, wetlands and freshwater shoreline are now conserved just north of Kingston, within the Frontenac Arch. The Frontenac Arch connects Ontario's Algonquin Highlands with the Adirondack Mountains in New York State, forming a vital corridor for hundreds of migratory and wide-ranging species through a network of connected conservation lands. The newly protected properties provide habitat for species at risk and anchor the western edge of the Loughborough Wilderness and bridge two major conservation areas, enhancing landscape connectivity.

The conservation of this property was made possible through the generous support of Ontario's Greenlands Conservation Partnership program, as well as support from the Government of Canada's Natural Heritage Conservation Program.

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Blackwell Brady Clark Nature Reserve, a 74-acre property, is a beautiful mix of wetland, deciduous forest, marsh and rock barrens. It serves as a significant step towards connecting two of the region's most important natural corridors: the Matchedash Wildlands and the Black River Wildlands. The property links directly to the Thomas C. Agnew Nature Reserve and the Jawcett Nature Reserve; together, these reserves create an expanse of over 250 acres of protected wilderness. The reserve is named in recognition of the Blackwell, Brady and Clark families, whose decision to protect their lands ensures it will remain wild forever.

The conservation of this property was made possible through the generous support of Ontario's Greenlands Conservation Partnership program, as well as support from the Government of Canada's Natural Heritage Conservation Program.

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Aftermore than 30 years of trying to buy this important conservation property at Caldwell Lake, the Thunder Bay Field Naturalist Club was finally successful in protecting this breathtaking wild space. The reserve is home to some impressive scenery along Lake Superior in one of Canada's most iconic landscapes. The property is home to seventeen different species of orchid, along with a variety of insect-eating plants, bald eagles, peregrine falcons, nesting loons, ducks, swans and rails. The lake itself and the surrounding fen have been designated a Provincially Significant Wetland.

The conservation of this property was made possible through the generous support of Ontario's Greenlands Conservation Partnership program, as well as support from the Government of Canada's Natural Areas Conservation Program-Land Trust Conservation Fund.

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Kawartha Highlands South is home to iconic granite rock barrens, expansive forests, wetlands and natural shoreline along the Mississauga River. This 435-acre property is bordered on three sides by Kawartha Highlands Provincial Park, the second largest park in Southern Ontario. This win ensures extensive protected habitat for the over 100 species of wildlife that have been identified on the property, including black bear, moose, and kingfishers. It will also ensure 3-5 additional kilometres of hiking trails created in 2027, in an area already well-beloved by outdoor enthusiasts, hikers and paddlers.

The conservation of this property was made possible through the generous support of Ontario's Greenlands Conservation Partnership program, as well as support from Environment and Climate Change Canada's (ECCC) Nature Smart Climate Solutions Fund (NSCSF), Natural Heritage Conservation Program - Land Trust Conservation Fund, and 450 individual donors.

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Honey Harbour is 87 acres of ecologically significant forests and wetlands located in the Georgian Bay UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, along the east coast of Georgian Bay. The reserve contains the world’s largest freshwater archipelago, a rich mosaic of interconnected habitats that, paired with its remote location, allows for the flourishing of rich biodiversity, including many at-risk species.

With increasing development pressures on this area due to its proximity to Highway 400 and nearby urban centers, Ducks Unlimited Canada secured the Honey Harbour property to conserve the critical habitat and to further explore unique opportunities for public engagement and wetland education in this significant region.

This acquisition was made possible with financial support from the provincial Greenlands Conservation Partnership program through the Government of Ontario and the Ontario Land Trust Alliance, Environment and Climate Change Canada’s Nature Smart Climate Solutions Fund, the North American Wetlands Conservation Act (NAWCA) grants administered by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Ducks Unlimited Inc., and state agencies through the Fall Flights partnership program.

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Aird Creek MapleCross Nature Reserve is a 198-acre expanse of rugged wilderness in the heart of the Madawaska Highlands. Defined by towering pines, mature hardwoods, and stands of old-growth cedar, the property's forested ridges are bisected by the meandering Aird Creek and broad wetland valley. The reserve supports a rich diversity of wildlife, including Blackburnian Warblers, Yellow Lady's Slippers, Fen Orchids and Moose, reflecting the property's exceptional ecological value. Aird Creek MapleCross Nature Reserve is located near three existing MMLT nature reserves, together forming nearly 1,150 acres of protected wilderness.

The conservation of this property was made possible through the generous support of Ontario's Greenlands Conservation Partnership program, as well as the MapleCross Fund, Echo Foundation and the Government of Canada's Natural Heritage Conservation Program (part of Canada's Nature Fund).

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Look out over the aqua blue waves of the Saugeen Peninsula from the rocky shores of Crying Water just west of Tobermory! The Peninsula is world-renowned for its breathtaking beauty and rich biodiversity. It’s one of the most ecologically significant regions in the Great Lakes basin and supports an abundance of endemic and globally rare species.

The Nature Conservancy of Canada was thrilled at the chance to purchase 29 hectares of this incredible habitat. The land was under immediate threat of development and was slated to become a residential area, but thanks to local landowners, NCC supporters and the Greenlands Conservation Partnership, NCC was able to purchase the land instead. The property will also be open to the public and features a hiking trail that allows visitors to reach the shoreline.

Crying Water was originally named China Cove, but during a recent visit to the property by Miptoon, an elder from the Chippewas of Nawash Unceded First Nation, and NCC regional advisory board member, they settled on a new name for the location. Miptoon said he heard the water crying out to him, and so, upon the securement of the property, NCC have decided to call the area Aah Mahwi Nibi, meaning ‘crying water’ in Anishnabemowin.

The conservation of this property was made possible through the generous support of Ontario's Greenlands Conservation Partnership program.

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Step into the stunning Hollow Oak Nature Reserve, now permanently protected by the Bruce Trail Conservancy. Located in Burlington in the Iroquoia section of the Bruce Trail, this new nature reserve is part of the Niagara Escarpment, the largest uninterrupted stretch of carbon-sequestering land in Southern Ontario.

The Escarpment’s ecologically sensitive land is threatened by urban development, especially in the Greater Toronto Area. Hollow Oak Nature Reserve, therefore, is an excellent addition to the Bruce Trail conservation corridor as it helps preserve a critical linkage to the network of surrounding natural areas.

Hollow Oak Nature Reserve was originally private property, with the Bruce Trail winding through its forests with the consent of the owner. When the property came up for sale, the connectivity of the Bruce Trail was in jeopardy. Fortunately, the Bruce Trail Conservancy was able to secure the land, which includes a watercourse, forest and grassland habitat. It is named after a beautiful hollow oak found on the property.

The conservation of this property was made possible through the generous support of Ontario's Greenlands Conservation Partnership program.

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