@ONenvironment

Official account of Ontario's Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks. Terms of use https://xitter.cf/t.co/2wuk60m66H. En français @ONenvironnement

 Ontario, Canada
ontario.ca/environment
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🌲 Nature is one of our greatest climate allies. Through NCC’s Taiga Forests and Peatlands project, over 81,400 hectares of boreal forest in northern Ontario are now protected. Learn how conservation at scale helps secure a healthier future: natureconservancy.ca/taiga-p…
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Infrastructure Ontario@InfraOntarioSep 10
🚨 The RFP for the MECP-MLITSD Science Facility Complex Project has been issued to shortlisted bidders. 🔬🧪 The new facility in Oakville will strengthen Ontario’s capacity for environmental monitoring, testing, and emergency response. 🔗infrastructureontario.ca/en/…
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Ontario Parks
@OntarioParksSep 7
🍄 Fungi may be small and easily overlooked, but their impact on our ecosystems is anything but: blog.ontarioparks.ca/the-sec… #MushroomMonth
Fly Agaric (Amanita muscaria)

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Left: Orange Jelly Fungus (Dacrymyces chrysospermus), right: Velvet Shank (Flammulina velutipes)

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Left: Lobster Mushroom (Hypomyces lactifluorum), right: Yellow American Blusher (Amanita flavorubens)

ALT Left: Lobster Mushroom (Hypomyces lactifluorum), right: Yellow American Blusher (Amanita flavorubens)

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Ontario Parks
@OntarioParksJul 17
Ontario is currently being affected by forest fires, as well as extreme heat. If you're visiting a park in the next few days, please: ⚠️Check our Alerts page for fire bans and other park updates: ontarioparks.ca/alerts 🧵1/3
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Forests Canada
@forestscanadaJun 22
Yesterday marked the one-year anniversary of a major storm that hit Samuel de Champlain Provincial Park, leaving 300 campers stranded and downing thousands and thousands of trees. This anniversary is an opportunity to appreciate the many folks who have worked tirelessly to begin the process of restoring this meaningful and ecologically important space. We are proud to have supported the planting of 8,000 trees to help begin the park’s journey of recovery. These trees will help natural regeneration as the forest works to reestablish the critical roles it plays in our ecology and our community. The road to recovery has been shaped by many skilled, knowledgeable, and compassionate folks, and you can learn more about some of them in our video. youtu.be/jYvqIO_5AeU?si=LSRR…
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Explore Ontario@ExploreONJun 1
(1/2) Ontario Trails Week is here! 🌿🥾 It’s the perfect time to reconnect with nature, support local communities and discover just how close adventure really is. Get outside and explore Ontario's trails! destinationontario.com/en-ca… @ONenvironment @ONresources
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Forests Canada
@forestscanadaMay 27
Severe weather has reshaped many of our forested landscapes — and together, we’re helping them recover. In recent years, provincial parks have been impacted by extreme weather, invasive species, and shoreline erosion. To restore these natural spaces and support species conservation, we are working with @OntarioParks to plant 12,000 native trees and shrubs across nine provincial parks. Last fall and this spring, 4,500 potted trees and shrubs representing 39 native species were planted in targeted areas throughout those nine parks. An additional 7,500 seedlings were recently planted at Samuel de Champlain Provincial Park to help it rebuild after extensive storm damage forced the park's temporary closure in June 2025. A heartfelt thank‑you to park staff, our nursery and planting partners, and the volunteers who helped us plant these future forests. Learn about these projects and more: forestscanada.ca/en/article/…
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Ontario Parks
@OntarioParksMay 26
Meet our 2026 summer collection. 🌿 Shop now: bit.ly/3Wqego5
Ontario Parks blue t-shirt with logo on the front, moose and trees tote bag, and other merchandise on a picnic table.

ALT Ontario Parks blue t-shirt with logo on the front, moose and trees tote bag, and other merchandise on a picnic table.

Ontario Parks puzzle showing a illustration of a high rocky outcrop and fall forest overlooking a river, birds and Ontario Parks title in the sky.

ALT Ontario Parks puzzle showing a illustration of a high rocky outcrop and fall forest overlooking a river, birds and Ontario Parks title in the sky.

Closeup of the Ontario Parks Traveller Collective Clip. This leather keychain has the Ontario Parks logo embossed on it and traveller collectable rings with park names on the keychain loop.

ALT Closeup of the Ontario Parks Traveller Collective Clip. This leather keychain has the Ontario Parks logo embossed on it and traveller collectable rings with park names on the keychain loop.

A white mug with "Ontario Parks" in red writing and the slogan "Connect with Nature" placed under green tree and a blue tent icon.

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Ontario Parks
@OntarioParksMay 13
Our staff can’t wait to welcome thousands of park‑lovers this long weekend! ⏰ Campers: Arrive before 11 a.m. or after 4 p.m. to avoid lines. 🚗 Day‑trippers: Reserve your daily vehicle permit in advance at reservations.ontarioparks.ca. ⚠️ Stay updated: ontarioparks.ca/alerts.
Two people in uniform stand next to a large topographical model of a landscape inside a visitor center.

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A person in a uniform stands smiling, holding a net bag of firewood.

ALT A person in a uniform stands smiling, holding a net bag of firewood.

A park ranger in uniform is standing outdoors, holding a red life jacket on a hanger.

ALT A park ranger in uniform is standing outdoors, holding a red life jacket on a hanger.

Park warden waving while sitting in a vehicle.

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(1/2) May 5 is #RedDressDay, a national day to honour and remember Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and Two-Spirit People, and to acknowledge the ongoing crisis that continues to affect Indigenous communities.
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Explore Ontario@ExploreONApr 20
(1/3) This National Tourism Week, we’re celebrating an Ontario that delivers in every season — and in every corner of the province. ✨
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Ontario is home to an incredible range of mammals, birds, fish, reptiles, amphibians and insects. 🦉🐟🐢 This National Wildlife Week, learn how our wildlife science team conducts research and monitoring across the province: ontario.ca/ScienceON.
A white-tailed deer in a forest, a eastern tiger swallowtail butterfly on a flower, a northern leopard frog on a lily pad and a western painted turtle on a log. Text: National Wildlife Week

ALT A white-tailed deer in a forest, a eastern tiger swallowtail butterfly on a flower, a northern leopard frog on a lily pad and a western painted turtle on a log. Text: National Wildlife Week

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Explore Ontario@ExploreONApr 1
🌸 Stroll through the beautiful Niagara Parks Botanical Gardens, featuring 99 acres of stunning gardens and the Butterfly Conservatory. It's a peaceful retreat for nature lovers. @NiagaraParks 🔗 niagaraparks.com/visit/attra… 📸Niagara Parks
Discover Niagara’s Natural Beauty Two people in an indoor butterfly conservatory with large green plants.

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Aerial view of a park with winding paths, green trees, and blooming pink and white shrubs.

ALT Aerial view of a park with winding paths, green trees, and blooming pink and white shrubs.

A person walking through a greenhouse filled with vibrant pink and white flowers.

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Today is National Indigenous Languages Day. Throughout the day, we’ll be sharing posts that highlight the importance, beauty, and ongoing revitalization of Indigenous languages across the province. #NILD #NationalIndigenousLanguagesDay
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Ministry of Finance
@ONfinanceMar 26
Ontario is making transit more affordable and convenient for users by extending the One Fare program for an additional two years. Learn how the government is helping transit users save: ontario.ca/budget #ONBudget2026
Keeping Costs Down Alt text: Photo of a person tapping their Presto card at a machine

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(1/2) DYK: Invasive species are one of the leading causes of biodiversity loss in Ontario? This Invasive Species Awareness Week, help protect Ontario by learning about which species to look out for, helpful tips, how to report sightings and more: ontario.ca/InvasiveSpecies
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Explore Ontario@ExploreONJan 29
(1/2) Get ideas and inspiration on how to celebrate Family Day in Ontario: ☃️ Outdoor adventures 🛝 Indoor fun 🎨 Creative activities 🦋 Nature 🚗 Family getaways destinationontario.com/en-ca… @AttractionsOnt @ONenvironment @OntarioTravel
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Ontario Parks
@OntarioParksJan 25
Get away from the hustle and bustle and relax into the tranquility and peace of wintertime at Rushing River Provincial Park. 💙 blog.ontarioparks.ca/winter-… Take to their 18 km of cross-country skiing trails, explore the park by snowshoe or by foot, and spot incredible wildlife!
sun shining over partially frozen lake

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Red Fox in snow

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cross-country trails on snowy road through forest

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Ontario Parks
@OntarioParksJan 23
Looking for a skate trail that's a little more... serene? 👀 Get to Sleeping Giant Provincial Park this winter! ⛸️❄️ This 550 m continuous ice loop weaves through the forest of the Marie Louise Lake Campground. Plan your stay today: blog.ontarioparks.ca/winter-…
an ice skating trail curving into the forest

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Explore Ontario@ExploreONJan 22
Ontario winters = skating bliss! ❄️⛸️ Discover the best forest skating trails: destinationontario.com/en-ca… @OntarioParks @OntarioTravel
Text: Skate through Ontario’s forests

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