Apr 20th, 2026
In a shocking decision made on March 30th, Health Canada reversed its previous ban on the notoriously cruel poison strychnine, granting Alberta and Saskatchewan emergency use permits to kill ground squirrels until November 2027. In response, a coalition of environmental and animal welfare groups across the country is denouncing the reckless decision and calling on Health Canada to uphold the science-based strychnine ban.
Apr 13th, 2026
There’s also a broader issue with how stories like this are told. Repeating the idea that wolves “lure” pets can unintentionally reinforce fear-based narratives, portraying wildlife as deceptive or malicious. That framing doesn’t just oversimplify complex animal behaviour; it can also undermine public support for coexistence and conservation.
Mar 22nd, 2026
To celebrate National Coyote Day — March 23, 2026, we are honoured to feature "Coyote Dance" by Gabrielle Leiher, a vibrant mixed-media work, alongside Wendy Brown’s "Into the Light", alcohol ink on Yupo piece and James Beaton’s story "From Winter Bonds to Spring Beginnings".
Together, they offer unique artistic reflections that deepen appreciation for coyotes and the wild world we share.
