We're hiring! Our Bat Monitoring and Education Program has been very successful since it began in 2022, collecting over 400,000 individual recordings. We're looking for a Bat Monitoring Technician to join us this summer to assist with the program.

There are only a few days left to contribute to our 2025 Annual Campaign, and we still have a chance to reach our goal of $30,000 by year’s end, complementing the other fundraising efforts we’ve accomplished throughout 2025. Thanks to the generosity of our supporters, we’re over 75% of the way there.

Central Algoma Land Trust’s Executive Director, Carter Dorscht, was recently selected by SodaStream Canada for their Canadian Sustainable Hometown Heroes campaign, which celebrates Canadians making a real difference in environmental stewardship and community well‑being. The campaign highlights how local efforts and individual actions can create meaningful change.

For the Central Algoma Land Trust’s second Volunteer Spotlight, we are excited to feature Janice Fairfax. Since 2022, Janice has been a dedicated volunteer with our Water Quality Monitoring Program. We asked her to share a little about herself and her experience volunteering with CALT.

Our 2025 Annual Campaign is in full swing. We’re working toward a goal of raising $30,000 by year end to complement the other fundraising efforts we’ve completed throughout 2025.

Rare bird alert! A few days ago, Central Algoma Land Trust member Jane Smith photographed a Yellow-throated Warbler visiting her feeders. This is the first time this species has been documented in the Central Algoma region, and only the fifth record for the entire Algoma District.

This year, we’ve set an ambitious goal of raising $30,000 by the end of December. Reaching this target will allow us to continue our conservation efforts, expand our impact, and ensure that the places we all care about remain protected for generations to come.

We'd like to introduce you to Jazmin Gall, who started with us this week as our new Field Technician!

Executive Director Carter Dorscht and Board Member Brady Irwin had the opportunity to meet with MP Terry Sheehan, alongside Kees van Frankenhuyzen, President of the Algoma Highlands Conservancy.

For the second year in a row, the Central Algoma Land Trust is proud to partner with Parks Canada to host the Fall Migratory Bird Day at Fort St. Joseph National Historic Site. Parks Canada will be providing special access to the site so that birders can experience the wonders of fall bird migration.

For the Central Algoma Land Trust’s first Volunteer Spotlight, we are excited to introduce Dave Moule. Over the past several years, Dave has been an exceptionally dedicated volunteer. His hard work has been vital to the success of our two public hiking trails, which are enjoyed by many in the community. Thank you, Dave, for everything you have done for us and for the local community!

We had a fantastic summer here at the Central Algoma Land Trust, thanks in large part to the hard work and dedication of our seasonal staff. Their contributions helped us accomplish a great deal over the past few months, from fieldwork and stewardship activities to community outreach and beyond.