We promote biodiversity, conservation and sustainable communities in Norfolk County through community outreach, research, monitoring, partnerships and other projects.

Long Point Biosphere

Working together for the well-being of our ecosystem and community,
and uniting people with nature

Who are we?

We are a non-profit registered Canadian charity promoting biodiversity, conservation and sustainable communities in Norfolk County. Find out more…

What do we do?

We promote stewardship through research, monitoring, community outreach, education, and more!

What is the Long Point Biosphere?

This area features many unique habitats and ecosystems, and has arguably the highest diversity of plants and animals anywhere in our country. Find out more…

Sustainable development meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.

Brundtland Commission, 1989

Our Programs

Recent news

Watch for Wildlife on Local Roads this Spring

Now that the first turtles are emerging from their winter naps, motorists should start watching for them crossing local roads. That’s the message of a postcard being mailed out this week to all households in Norfolk County by Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) in support of its Long Point Walsingham Forest Priority Place (LPWF) conservation project.

Long Point Biosphere Region Receives Funding to Enhance Biodiversity in Norfolk County

The Long Point Biosphere Region is pleased to receive funding from the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change Canada to increase biodiversity conservation efforts in Norfolk County.

Keeping cool: restoring natural areas with native plants can lower temperatures

Have you ever gone for a walk in the woods and thought the air felt a little cooler than where you entered the woods from? Chances are that it is. It’s likely cooler than your street, yard, or even the agricultural field nearby.