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Gardening for pollinators & the environment. Heart-centered anti-oppression, inclusion & community. Land Back. she/her

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#nativeseeds #habitatgarden #rewilding #urbangardening #gardenworkshop #communitygardening #southparkdale #tkaronto #parkdale #pollinatorgarden #seedysaturday #seedysunday #gardening #decolonizeyourgarden

29.03.2025 05:30 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Imagine advertising the March 30 Seedy Sunday, including logos of many of the groups attending.

Imagine advertising the March 30 Seedy Sunday, including logos of many of the groups attending.

The Seedy Sunday and Eco-Fair has forty plus groups, venders, workshops and demonstrations, this Sunday at the Parkdale Library.

29.03.2025 05:26 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
Photo of four people packing seeds around a table in a cosy, warm atmosphere.

Photo of four people packing seeds around a table in a cosy, warm atmosphere.

Our team has been packing up seeds to give away at Seedy Sunday on March 30 with @greenestcityto. Come say hi, it's looking to be an incredible day as well.

29.03.2025 05:21 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
Imagine of a bowl of Blue Vervain seeds, bowl of seed packages and a sticker of the South Parkdale Community Pollinator Gardens logo.

Imagine of a bowl of Blue Vervain seeds, bowl of seed packages and a sticker of the South Parkdale Community Pollinator Gardens logo.

In this workshop we’ll be planting native plant seeds (that don’t need to be overwintered), annuals that pollinators love, some herbs and veggies.

29.03.2025 05:16 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
Imagine of a tray of seedlings in a blue circle. Logo of the South Parkdale Community Pollinator Gardens with a purple coneflower, bumble bee and monarch butterfly.

Imagine of a tray of seedlings in a blue circle. Logo of the South Parkdale Community Pollinator Gardens with a purple coneflower, bumble bee and monarch butterfly.

Registration is now open for the South Parkdale Community Pollinator Gardens' Spring Seed Sowing Workshop.

The workshop is Pay What You Can (PWYC) on a sliding scale. We’ll provide the seeds, a tray of 10 pots, soil and guidance.Β Register here: forms.gle/BSYuQZSmRTty...

29.03.2025 05:13 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
Screen shot of petition to stop the removal on Ontario's bike lanes. On Nov 25, 2024, Ontario passed Doug Ford's Bill 212, also known as the "Reducing Gridlock,Savin You Time Act". This bill is not about solving the province's traffic issues. In fact, it's more likely to make our roads more congested and dangerous.

Screen shot of petition to stop the removal on Ontario's bike lanes. On Nov 25, 2024, Ontario passed Doug Ford's Bill 212, also known as the "Reducing Gridlock,Savin You Time Act". This bill is not about solving the province's traffic issues. In fact, it's more likely to make our roads more congested and dangerous.

Please sign and share!

act.greenpeace.ca/en-ca/protec...

15.03.2025 15:09 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Vernard Lewis, UC Berkeley’s first African American entomologist, retires After a 35-year career with Berkeley as an urban entolomologist, Vernard Lewis retired on July 1.

It’s the start of #BlackHistoryMonth! This is a great time to read about Vernard Lewis, who is an entomologist working on #Blattodea, especially #termites. He recently retired after an illustrious career in #entomology! #28daysofBlackSTEMHistory ourenvironment.berkeley.edu/news/2017/07...

01.02.2025 12:48 πŸ‘ 118 πŸ” 31 πŸ’¬ 3 πŸ“Œ 2
A tarot-type card that was pulled from a deck of cards about self-care and rest. It says "I trust myself more than capitalism"

A tarot-type card that was pulled from a deck of cards about self-care and rest. It says "I trust myself more than capitalism"

I was invited to pull a card at a queer cuddle party. This felt just right.

31.01.2025 03:14 πŸ‘ 5 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Thank you for sharing this.

25.01.2025 04:34 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

🀒

22.01.2025 04:15 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

I'll never post photos of my big boobs here, I promise.

22.01.2025 04:14 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Great Horned Owl pair perched on a large branch, sharing a meal of what appears to be a smaller bird.

Great Horned Owl pair perched on a large branch, sharing a meal of what appears to be a smaller bird.

22.01.2025 04:09 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
"Why did she fly into a tree? It didn't make sense.

At the request of members of the Indigenous Land Stewardship Circle, photographers and @highparknaturecentre staff, @toanimalservices contracted an Arborist to climb White Pine, to offer Sema (Tobacco), wrap her body and carry her down so that we would know the likely cause of death. Through testing of her liver, it was determined that the cause of death was anticoagulant rodenticde"

"Why did she fly into a tree? It didn't make sense. At the request of members of the Indigenous Land Stewardship Circle, photographers and @highparknaturecentre staff, @toanimalservices contracted an Arborist to climb White Pine, to offer Sema (Tobacco), wrap her body and carry her down so that we would know the likely cause of death. Through testing of her liver, it was determined that the cause of death was anticoagulant rodenticde"

"Some people think rodenticide is a  synonym for rat poison but this story (and  countless others) tells us this isn't true -  rodenticides kill many beings not just rats  Bait boxes like the ones seen in these  pictures from High Park don't just attract  rats, they also attract Gray Squirrels and  Chipmunks. These relatives are food to Owl, Coyotes, Fox, Hawk and others. The  poison accumulates in their bodies, and  when they die, it accumulates in the bodies  of the scavengers who consume them, Turkey Vulture and Opposum"

"Some people think rodenticide is a synonym for rat poison but this story (and countless others) tells us this isn't true - rodenticides kill many beings not just rats Bait boxes like the ones seen in these pictures from High Park don't just attract rats, they also attract Gray Squirrels and Chipmunks. These relatives are food to Owl, Coyotes, Fox, Hawk and others. The poison accumulates in their bodies, and when they die, it accumulates in the bodies of the scavengers who consume them, Turkey Vulture and Opposum"

"We need to stop using rodenticides. This isn't a radical idea. The province of British  Columbia banned its use in 2022 because it inadvertently kills owls among other wildlife. Please sign this petition.  

https://www.change.org/p/ban-rodent  -poison-in-toronto-to-protect-our  -ecosystem "

"We need to stop using rodenticides. This isn't a radical idea. The province of British Columbia banned its use in 2022 because it inadvertently kills owls among other wildlife. Please sign this petition. https://www.change.org/p/ban-rodent -poison-in-toronto-to-protect-our -ecosystem "

22.01.2025 04:06 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
Screenshot of text "Many of you will recognize this Great Horned Owl. She lived in High Park for years. She, along with her mate raised many broods of owlets in stick nests in the tops of White Pine (also known as the Tree of Peace). She was a good mom, She was a loved community member. Ifyou weren't lucky enough to see her, you may have heard her hooting at dawn or dusk, calling to her mate or owlets
 On the morning of January 3, 2022, she was found dead way up in the branches of White Pine. |t appeared like she flew into the tree head first. Her mate, hooted for days, weeks, until his voice went hoarse, never receiving a response"

Screenshot of text "Many of you will recognize this Great Horned Owl. She lived in High Park for years. She, along with her mate raised many broods of owlets in stick nests in the tops of White Pine (also known as the Tree of Peace). She was a good mom, She was a loved community member. Ifyou weren't lucky enough to see her, you may have heard her hooting at dawn or dusk, calling to her mate or owlets On the morning of January 3, 2022, she was found dead way up in the branches of White Pine. |t appeared like she flew into the tree head first. Her mate, hooted for days, weeks, until his voice went hoarse, never receiving a response"

22.01.2025 04:02 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
Female Great Horned Owl looking down at the photographer from a red pine tree.

Female Great Horned Owl looking down at the photographer from a red pine tree.

All screen shots credited to the Turtle Protectors of High Park. Wildlife photos by @jbbeaton.

22.01.2025 03:58 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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Sign the Petition Ban Rodent Poison in Toronto to Protect Our Ecosystem


Very sad new today from @turtleprotectorstkaronto about a Great Horned Owl, a long-time resident of High Park. She died from secondary poisoning from rodenticide. Please sign and share the petition. We need to change these practices now.

22.01.2025 03:49 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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Biden commutes life sentence of Leonard Peltier, Native American activist imprisoned for almost 50 years The commutation will allow Peltier, who has long maintained his innocence in the killing of two FBI agents, to spend his remaining days in home confinement.

Not perfect, but wonderful.

21.01.2025 05:04 πŸ‘ 7 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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Home - Common Ground Film From the filmmakers of β€˜Kiss the Ground' (Netflix) comes the follow-up documentary β€˜Common Ground’, winner of the Tribeca Film Festival.

This movie about solutions and hope for the climate and land was hosted by Green Thumbs Growing Kids and Compost Toronto last night. I highly recommend finding out where you can see it in your area!
#indigenousworldview #regenerativefarming #decolonize #blackfarmers

12.01.2025 01:16 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Oh, I mean, mine hasn't bloomed at all! I grew it from seed, this summer will be its third year so hopefully something will happen!🀞🏼

09.01.2025 05:51 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Is this Purple Prairie Clover!? Mine hasn't bloomed quite yet.

05.01.2025 07:19 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

Thank you

21.11.2024 18:23 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Is it possible to block everyone on this list at once, or does it have to be done individually?

21.11.2024 18:18 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
Three gray-bown snowy owners with wide open beaks.

Three gray-bown snowy owners with wide open beaks.

I agree, they are fluffy and white when they hatch, but after that they turn gray-bown.
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21.11.2024 00:24 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
Blue button the says WE ADD MORE GENDERS EVERY TIME YOU COMPLAIN held by light-skinned person with pink nail polished.

Blue button the says WE ADD MORE GENDERS EVERY TIME YOU COMPLAIN held by light-skinned person with pink nail polished.

A snail talking to a butterfly. Butterfly says, "Hello, I'm a Butterfly" . Snail responds with "You are a caterpillar." TRANSPHOBIA is written across the bottom.

A snail talking to a butterfly. Butterfly says, "Hello, I'm a Butterfly" . Snail responds with "You are a caterpillar." TRANSPHOBIA is written across the bottom.

PRIDE IS IMPORTANT BECAUSE SOMEONE TONIGHT STILL BELIEVES THEY'RE BETTER OFF DEAD THAN BEING THEMSELVES written across rainbow background.

PRIDE IS IMPORTANT BECAUSE SOMEONE TONIGHT STILL BELIEVES THEY'RE BETTER OFF DEAD THAN BEING THEMSELVES written across rainbow background.

Solidarity with Trans People Always,  written across wavy trans pride flag.

Solidarity with Trans People Always, written across wavy trans pride flag.

#protecttranskids #protecttransyouth
#protecttranslives
#protexttranswomen
#protecttransrights
#protecttrans
#protexttransseniors
#protectnonbinarykids
#protectblacktranswomen

20.11.2024 19:49 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Trans pride flag with Transgender Day of Remembrance written on it.

Trans pride flag with Transgender Day of Remembrance written on it.

Two cats rubbing against each other lovingly in a field. Words say "I'm so glad you exist".

Two cats rubbing against each other lovingly in a field. Words say "I'm so glad you exist".

BLACK TRANS LIVES MATTER written across and black and white background. The word TRANS is in blue, white and pink colours.

BLACK TRANS LIVES MATTER written across and black and white background. The word TRANS is in blue, white and pink colours.

Stunning black background with yellow, white and purple flowers intertwined with the words NONBINARY IS BEAUTIFUL.

Stunning black background with yellow, white and purple flowers intertwined with the words NONBINARY IS BEAUTIFUL.

Nov 20 is Trans Day of Remembrance. Honouring the lives of the 2 Spirit, trans, and non-binary family we have lost to transphobia, hate crimes, illness, substance use, suicide, misogyny, institutional and legislative violence, and murder.

20.11.2024 19:43 πŸ‘ 5 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 2 πŸ“Œ 0

@watchnature.bsky.social This is AI. Baby birds are typically brownish so that they blend into with their environments during this vulnerable stage of life. Snow owls are no exception.

20.11.2024 04:27 πŸ‘ 4 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

Grow plants that are native to your area, get rid or green turf grass lawns, remove all invasive plants. It's highly rewarding.

20.11.2024 04:20 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Circular habitat garden with wood log edging. Species include New England aster, zig-zag goldenrod,  White snakeroot, Wood aster, Heath aster and Sneezeweed

Circular habitat garden with wood log edging. Species include New England aster, zig-zag goldenrod, White snakeroot, Wood aster, Heath aster and Sneezeweed

Drying Canada Wild Rye stands out against a background of blurry green native plants.

Drying Canada Wild Rye stands out against a background of blurry green native plants.

A native bumblebee feeds on a purple New England aster on a sunny fall day.

A native bumblebee feeds on a purple New England aster on a sunny fall day.

A few snaps from our South Parkdale Community Pollinator Gardens this summer. Thanks to and fantastic team and #PollinateTO for such a generous grant!

#nativebees #habitatgarden #decolonizeyouryard #communitygarden
#southparkdalecommunitypollinatorgardens #Tkaronto #parkdale #biodiversity

20.11.2024 03:00 πŸ‘ 7 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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A recent trip to the Spit. Can't get enough of these fall colours β€οΈπŸ§‘πŸ’›

16.11.2024 09:46 πŸ‘ 7 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0