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Ontario government investigating what caused the death of 1.2 million bees in Lively

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Ontario government investigating what caused the death of 1.2 million bees in Lively

Ontario’s Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks is looking into the massive bee kill that happened at Mikkola Family Farm & Apiary in Lively early in June.  Spokesperson Gary Wheeler told CBC News in an email that staff visited the property where the sudden deaths took place in late August.  They are currently “assessing the available information … Read more

After death of beloved bear in B.C., experts look for lessons

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After death of beloved bear in B.C., experts look for lessons

In the spring of 2023, a Parks Canada team strung electric fence along a section of the Trans Canada Highway from Lake Louise to the boundary between B.C. and Alberta. It was part of an attempt to help keep animals including a beloved white grizzly bear named Nakoda away from the dangers of the road. … Read more