February 28, 2023
Spring Into Sustainability
Spring is the season for renewal and growth. So why not re-think some of our old habits and make changes that are going to reduce our impact on the planet?
We're fighting climate change and building a community of environmental stewardship.
FortWhyte Alive’s existence demonstrates the possibility of environmental renewal and regeneration. Through community cooperation, what began as an industrial site is now 660 acres of green space. More than 125,000 people visit us each year to find their own connection with nature. The deeper our relationship with nature, the stronger our commitment to protecting it for generations to come.
FortWhyte Alive believes that sustainable communities are built on three essential and interconnected cornerstones: a healthy natural environment, a vibrant economy, and a healthy and equitable social environment. These three pillars ground and motivate everything we do at FortWhyte.
February 28, 2023
Spring is the season for renewal and growth. So why not re-think some of our old habits and make changes that are going to reduce our impact on the planet?
January 1, 2023
With the holidays comes a lot of waste and we want to help you make the season a little more friendly on the planet.
December 2, 2022
Learn about hibernation, torpor, and how Barret Miller, one of FortWhyte Alive's fan favourite educators, has learned to embrace the winter season.
October 31, 2022
Freshwater. What is it, why is it important, and most importantly, how can we protect it? These are the questions that students tried to answer on Freshwater Ecology Day as they moved through a series of hands-on activities to better understand freshwater.
September 28, 2022
Not ready to say goodbye to the green of summer? Here are some ideas to help make your October a little "greener".
February 11, 2022
Women in science are making major strides in the world of science. We see it right here at FortWhyte Alive, where Katrina Froese shares her love for environmental science and inspires youth to consider a career in STEM.
January 31, 2022
February 2 is World Wetlands Day. We know, a strange time of year to celebrate water -- our water is frozen pretty solid in Winnipeg right now. But in every season, wetlands play an essential role in the health of our environment.
October 4, 2021
Every autumn thousands of geese take part in the breathtaking ritual of migration, using FortWhyte Alive’s lakes to prepare for their long journey ahead.
September 29, 2021
As the leaves turn and the temperatures drop, many of us are preparing our homes and gardens for the upcoming season. Why not re-think some of our old habits and make changes that are going to reduce our impact on the planet? Check out these three tips to kick off fall on a sustainable note and make a difference in your environmental footprint today.