Toronto Nature Now on MET Radio 1280 AM

Zunaid discusses how our presence can disturb the nature around us and some ways to behave ethically around wildlife.

Javad teaches listeners how food crop innovations, like fertilizers, pesticides, and more affect our global biodiversity, and what we can do to protect and strengthen our biodiversity.

Julianne discusses wildlife gardens and provides listeners with advice on where to start, some ideas, what to do and more for their own wildlife gardens.

Paul shares the origins and details of how Coronation Park came to be and how it has stood strong and steady throughout an ever-changing Toronto.

Jonathan explains what (spring) epheremal plants are, some examples, how they come to be and some little (sometimes blue) friends who help reproduce them.

Francesca shares details of the not-so-secret life of the wildlife at Ontario Place. She explains how listeners can get involved with protecting the park and its nature from land privatization.

David describes the important role of land stewardship, where it stemmed from, the training process, and what the role entails.

Ellen takes listeners down memory lane through the Toronto Field Naturalists' (TFN's) 100 years of advocacy.

Javad explains the difference between GM and non-GM crop varieties, GM varieties' effects on health and the environment and explores whether humans should be concerned about using them.

Jose and Michele explain what a rain garden is and what goes into creating one. They also talk about what makes RAINscape TO special and unique from other contractors.

Vanessa explains what ghost/dark kitchens are and their effects, and shines a light on what commissary/community or rental kitchens are and their benefits for the catering/hospitality industry and the communities they serve.

Rachelle explains the importance of World Turtle Day, gives some insight to Ontario's own turtles and what they're up to, and tells listeners what they can do to help protect them.

Vamika talks about the TRCA Youth Council, their experiences and opportunities and her own role and experiences as an executive member. She also talks about her and the youth council's role in climate activism and why she thinks more youth should get involved.

Jonathan discusses the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) and its history, jurisdiction and role in Toronto. He provides listeners with ways to become involved with the TRCA as well.

Michael explains what the ever-pesky garlic mustard plant is and how friendly little critters are released to biologically control the plant's spread and growth.

Namrata and her team of interns, Kandy, Shawly, and Qurat, talk about their experiences, projects and takeaways from working in the Toronto Zoo's Climate Action Learning & Leadership (CALL) program.

Dr. Michael McTavish returns to spread awareness about the increase in jumping worms in Ontario. He explains what makes them different from other worms, where they came from, their impacts on our ecosystems, and what listeners should do if they spot a jumping worm.

Michael and Ben explain the Fatal Light Awareness Program (FLAP) Canada and how they seek to help birds stay safe from flying into buildings and windows. They describe how birds are harmed by architecture and glass windows, what FLAP Canada is doing to reduce the harm, and what homeowners and commercial individuals can do to help.

Jonathan details a brief history of the Norway Maple tree's trip around the globe, and how it ended up in Canada. He talks about its decades-long popularity in Toronto and how it differs from native Canadian sugar maple trees.

Danielle talks about the relationship between people with autism and nature and how she, as an autistic person, is trying to make space for her community and her passions.

David returns to talk about the avant garde practice of cooking, preparing and eating invasive species. He talks about what invasive species are, which ones he's tried and prepared himself, and which ones he's liked!

Emily teaches listeners about resident birds are and emphasizes how special they are. She explains why not all birds migrate south for the winter and how resident birds must change and adapt to Toronto's four seasons.

Peter talks about his beekeeping company, Toronto Bee Rescue, and how he created it. He also teaches the audience about what he does as a full-tme beekeeper, modern beekeeping and how the public can help protect the bees.

Francesca is back to talk about wildlife at the Ontario Place in the winter seasons. She tips the audience off about the hunt for a shy snowy owl! Francesca also gives an update about the land development plans at the Ontario Place and what people can do to help protect it.

Javad is back as a coordinator and educator at CAMH Therapeutic Garden known as Sunshine Garden. He explains what CAMH is and how their gardening program helps patients with their mental health. Javad explains what the program is and what its goals are.

Lynn talks about the difference between native, non-native and invasive species. She focuses on the effects of invasive plant species and what we can do to stop their spread, avoid introducing them, and how to control them.

Mariko talks about the journey our water takes to get to us and the journey it takes after we use it. She also talks about her illustrated book about Toronto's water systems.

Allison teaches listeners about Downsview Park and all the free programs is has to offer its community. She also explains how these programs help engage people of all ages in urban nature and why that's important.

Shaymaa talks about Green Ummah and how it incorporates faith into our role as carers of the planet. She describes how this goal is incorporated into classrooms, Green Ummah's partnership with Nature Canada, the programs and resources it offers, and how to get involved.

Amy and Jennifer talk about the Toronto Gone Wild Exhibit at the Museum of Toronto. They explain their research process for curating the exhibit and give their thoughts about wild animals in the city and initiatives that try to control invasive species.

Guinevere teaches listeners where the term "horticulutral therapy" comes from and what it means. She also talks about her experiences that led her to horticultural therapy, what it is, how it helps people and where listeners can get involved with horticultural therapy.

Susan teaches listeners about the importabnce of biodoversity in ravine areas. She mentions some ravines in the Toronto area and shares the projects and groups she's part of to take care of them. She also gives listeners some ways to get involved with similar projects.

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