frequently asked questions

Threats Facing Wildlife Areas

Wildlife face many threats, primarily from human encroachment and development. Click here for a look at 10 areas across Canada that explains the threats, species at risk, and protection measures being taken.

Lawn Care

How can I maintain a healthy lawn without chemicals?

Many people are turning away from maintaining their properties with chemicals and are moving towards a more organic approach. If you previously used pesticides to maintain your lawn, some time will be needed to make the change to organic lawn care. Previously used pesticides would have killed most or all of the beneficial biological activity in the soil. Time is needed for beneficial bugs to replenish in numbers. For some helpful hints on how to maintain a healthy, chemical-free lawn read “A Healthier Shade Of Green.”

For additional facts and alternatives, click here.

How do I deal with grubs?

Healthy lawns are host to a wide variety of organisms that work to fend off disease and pests. Healthy lawns will be able to tolerate grub feeding better than unhealthy ones can. However, if your lawn has dead patches that lift easily, it’s likely grubs that have caused this damage.

CWF Programs

What kind of funding does your organization provide?

CWF’s funding programs include the following:

Student projects are funded through our WILD School program, which provides funding for habitat projects — the creation or enhancement of habitat for wildlife. Most projects occur on school property, but that is not a requirement. However, the application for funding must come from a school or qualified youth group (i.e., Scouts).

CWF’s Blue School program encourages youth to raise awareness about ocean conservation and to make the Earth a bluer planet. Funding is available to groups that demonstrate how their efforts will help our oceans.

Golden Gardens is a program aimed at seniors interested in creating habitat for wildlife. To receive funding under this program, seniors must be actively involved in the project. The application must come from a seniors’ group. (Seniors for the purpose of this program are defined as those 55 and over). Groups do not need to be entirely made up of seniors, but the majority of the group should be.

Communities for Wildlife Foundation is a conservation initiative aimed to inspire community members nationwide to come together to undertake wildlife habitat projects in public areas.

How can I certify my backyard?

Whether you have a small patio or hectares of land, by providing the essential habitat needs for local wildlife you can have your backyard certified.

There is no charge for certification and applicants that meet the criteria ( will receive a certificate and window decal to indicate their property is a Certified Backyard Habitat.

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