From Grassroots to Great Impact
Started by communities for communities - The Land Between is proof that conservation works when everyone has a voice
A Distinct Region and Homegrown Charity
Cultivating Conservation That Works for Communities
Since 2006, The Land Between (TLB) has brought people together - Indigenous and local knowledge holders, scientists, landowners, and youth - to learn from one another, balance progress with conservation, honor traditions, and protect a healthy planet for generations to come.
We conduct research and integrate local and Indigenous knowledge to find the middle path towards community resiliency.
Award-winning and impact-driven, we value our creative economies, the richness of our heritage, and the wisdom that ensures our grandchildren inherit a healthy planet. Learn more about who we are and what we do here.
Focusing on a Rare and Vital Landscape
The Land Between (TLB) is an important wilderness refuge in Ontario, recognized as one of only 15 Community Nominated Priority Places in Canada. Stretching from Parry Sound and Orillia to the Ottawa Valley, it lies between the Canadian Shield and St. Lawrence Lowlands, blending northern and southern species alongside entirely unique wildlife. TLB is a last stronghold that supports 59 federally listed Species-at-Risk, as well as iconic but declining wildlife like loons, bears, and moose. The region celebrates a meeting of perspectives, practices, and traditions. Here diversity strengthens resilience. Learn more about the region's geography and wildlife here
How We Serve Our Communities
Researching fish and wildlife and their habitats
Teaching kids and connecting them to nature
Sharing knowledge and traditions
Engaging communities in dialogue for robust solutions
Restoring important and shared spaces
Sharing fundamental data to support informed decisions
News from The Land Between
Key Projects
Blue Lakes Program
The Blue Lakes Program empowers lakefront property owners and businesses to protect their lake communities through voluntary standards, tools, and resources, supported by a dynamic database covering 2,400+ regional lakes.
Working Watersheds
Wiidookdadewin: "caring for ourselves". Our approach helps communities navigate a changing climate, with new stressors, and safeguard communities with planning tools and curricula that guide municipalities toward balanced growth, conservation, and lasting prosperity - while supporting housing, development, food security, and more.
Native Gardens
Enhance your property with a customized native garden—whether for pollinators, septic beds, or shoreland restoration. Beautiful, low-maintenance, and wildlife-friendly—book a visit today!
Agwaamtoon Mskhiikii - Conserving and Restoring Species and Spaces
Agwaamtoon Mshkiikii—‘protecting the medicines.’ In this wildlife refuge, we combine scientific research with Indigenous and local knowledge to restore and conserve species, habitats, and the natural wealth that sustains us
TLB Talks- Sharing Culture and Stories
Celebrate and conserve the region’s rich cultures! We honor Indigenous and local heritage and knowledge, and special places—and host talking circles to share these stories.
Habitat Health Check-ups
Each year we spotlight different wildlife—birds, beavers, bats, reptiles, and more. This year, get a free site visit to discover species on your property and receive expert habitat guidance—while helping biologists track the health of The Land Between
Volunteer-Monitoring
Help nature by volunteering! Monitor wildlife and collect data to guide our conservation efforts. Join programs from Turtle Guardians to our new Bird Buddies, with opportunities ranging from casual to regular participation.
Key Projects
Help nature by volunteering! Monitor wildlife and collect data to guide our conservation efforts. Join programs from Turtle Guardians to our new Bird Buddies, with opportunities ranging from casual to regular participation.
Celebrate and conserve the region’s rich cultures! We honor Indigenous and local heritage and knowledge, and special places—and host talking circles to share these stories.
Enhance your property with a customized native garden—whether for pollinators, septic beds, or shoreland restoration. Beautiful, low-maintenance, and wildlife-friendly—book a visit today!
Each year we spotlight different wildlife—birds, beavers, bats, reptiles, and more. This year, get a free site visit to discover species on your property and receive expert habitat guidance—while helping biologists track the health of The Land Between
Wiidookdadewin: "caring for ourselves". Our approach helps communities navigate a changing climate, with new stressors, and safeguard communities with planning tools and curricula that guide municipalities toward balanced growth, conservation, and lasting prosperity - while supporting housing, development, food security, and more.
The Blue Lakes Program empowers lakefront property owners and businesses to protect their lake communities through voluntary standards, tools, and resources, supported by a dynamic database covering 2,400+ regional lakes.
Agwaamtoon Mshkiikii—‘protecting the medicines.’ In this wildlife refuge, we combine scientific research with Indigenous and local knowledge to restore and conserve species, habitats, and the natural wealth that sustains us
Get Involved!
REPORT A SPECIES
Sightings help track populations, reveal threats, and pinpoint key landscape features for effective conservation.
VOLUNTEER
From turtle nest-sitting to removing invasives or supporting at-risk birds, there are countless ways to volunteer through our community science programs!
SHARE YOUR KNOWLEDGE
Your insights shape solutions. Join a grassroots meeting or share your thoughts online—we value every perspective.
EMBRACE NATURE ON YOUR PROPERTY
Shorelands, septics, and more can be both beautiful and functional—offering views, recreation, and wildlife support. We create designs tailored to your property.
Donate to find balanced solutions, protecting our wild places, wildlife and traditions
Every dollar supports grassroots conservation.
Donate to find balanced solutions, protecting our wild places, wildlife and traditions
Every dollar supports grassroots conservation.