Wilderness Committee presents 2nd Annual Ontario Old-Growth Symposium

Researchers, conservationists, and nature-lovers come together to share perspectives on identifying and protecting old-growth and intact forests for their vital contributions to biodiversity, climate resilience, and human wellbeing. Featuring in-person and remote research updates from ecologists, conservation non-profits, and grassroots groups (including ecologist Mike Henry and speaker Eric Knott), field walks in local natural areas such as Wesleyville Ravine and Mark S. Burnham Park, sessions with old-growth forest advocates and community members, a social gathering at Publican House and an exclusive screening of the documentary "Understory."

For more information including a full schedule and to register, visit https://www.wildernesscommittee.org/news-and-events/ontario-old-growth-symposium-2026.