Six Nations Wildlife and Stewardship

13/06/2026

09/06/2026

We are now able to effectively and safely incubate turtle eggs!

This allows us to help protect at-risk turtle nests, and ensure all hatchlings have the best chance at survival.

For more information, please contact Lauren: (519) 445-0330 ext. 2 or email [email protected]

08/06/2026

05/06/2026

19/05/2026

Please be advised: GRCA and University of Waterloo will be doing some sampling on chiefswood road this morning

29/04/2026

🪺 Exciting news from the field! 🐦

The bird boxes SN built in 2024 as part of the Aerial Insectivores Project are being installed—and they’re already being put to good use! We’re thrilled to share that some nesting pairs of Tree Swallows have already moved in.

Quick fact: Tree Swallows are aerial insectivores, meaning they feed almost entirely on flying insects like mosquitoes and flies—making them important indicators of ecosystem health.

A huge thank you to the Six Nations community for your support, collaboration, and care for the land. We also gratefully acknowledge Birds Canada for the Grant that helped make these installations possible.

✨ Stay tuned for more news coming from the restoration property! 🌿

27/04/2026

COMMUNITY FYI

We’re following up on some communications regarding hunting activities within Halton Regional Forest Tracts. Below are the upcoming seasonal hunting dates to be aware of:

🔸 Wild Turkey Season: April 25 – May 31
🔸 Deer Shotgun Season: First Monday in November to First Friday in November
➡️ This year: November 3 – November 7
🔸 Deer (Bows-Only) Season: October 1 – December 31

For more details and regulations, please visit the Regional Forestry page:
👉 https://www.halton.ca/the-region/explore-and-enjoy-halton/regional-forests

If you have any questions or feel there’s someone else we should connect with, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We’re happy to help!

Explore Halton’s Regional Forests—703 hectares of trails, wetlands and wildlife. Learn about maps, permitted uses, safety rules and forest management.

23/04/2026

🐢 Slow Down—Turtles Crossing! 🐢

It’s nesting season, and mama turtles are on the move, often crossing our roads to lay their eggs. Tragically, many are hit by vehicles each year—but slowing down can save lives.

Did you know? Many turtle species take 10–20 years or more to reach breeding age. Losing even one adult turtle can have long‑lasting impacts on local populations.

Please:
🚗 Slow down!
👀 Watch carefully for turtles on the road
📣 If you see nesting turtles, turtles crossing roads, or injured turtles, please report your sightings to the SNWSO. Your reports help protect turtles and guide conservation efforts.

Your patience behind the wheel can make a huge difference for these slow-going slow‑growing animals. 💚

22/04/2026

🌎 Earth Day 2026 🌱
This Earth Day, we honour our responsibility to care for the land, water, and all living beings.

Today is a reminder to be thankful for all that the Earth provides and for the responsibility we carry to care for it with respect and intention. May our gratitude guide the way we protect and restore the natural world—for today and for the generations yet to come.

🌱 Nya:węh to the Earth for all that it gives.

09/03/2026

It's come to our attention our previously shared link for a job opportunity in SNWSO and the Six Nations of the Grand River CAP team did not work!

Here's some working ones!
https://greatsn.com/jobs/land-use-and-stewardship-technician/
https://greatsn.com/jobs/wildlife-and-stewardship-technician/

Applications will be received by Six Nations of the Grand River and Grand River Employment & Training (GREAT) up until 4:00 p.m. EST, Wednesday, March 11, 2026, for Wildlife and Stewardship Technician, with Land Use, Nation Building.  The Six Nations of the Grand River Application for Employment Fo...