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Toronto Star
30-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Toronto Star
Hinterland Who's Who Wins Prestigious Telly Award
OTTAWA, Ontario, July 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Canadian Wildlife Federation (CWF) is thrilled to announce that the Hinterland Who's Who (HWW) video on the Round-leaved Sundew, produced by SandBay Entertainment, has won a 2025 Telly Award in the Branded Content – Nature & Wildlife category. 'This recognition places HWW in the company of some of the world's most respected content creators,' said Sean Southey, CEO of the CWF, which co-sponsors the HWW program with Environment and Climate Change Canada. 'It's incredibly gratifying to see our commitment to celebrating Canada's biodiversity reflected on a global stage.'
Hamilton Spectator
30-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Hamilton Spectator
Hinterland Who's Who Wins Prestigious Telly Award
OTTAWA, Ontario, July 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Canadian Wildlife Federation (CWF) is thrilled to announce that the Hinterland Who's Who (HWW) video on the Round-leaved Sundew, produced by SandBay Entertainment, has won a 2025 Telly Award in the Branded Content – Nature & Wildlife category. 'This recognition places HWW in the company of some of the world's most respected content creators,' said Sean Southey, CEO of the CWF, which co-sponsors the HWW program with Environment and Climate Change Canada. 'It's incredibly gratifying to see our commitment to celebrating Canada's biodiversity reflected on a global stage.' The Telly Awards is an international competition celebrating excellence in video and television. This year, the program received over 13,000 entries from six continents, making this win a significant honour for the iconic Canadian wildlife series. The Public Service Announcement (PSA) explores the Round-leaved sundew, a carnivorous plant native to Canadian wetlands, highlighting its unique adaptations and vital ecological role. 'The Hinterland Who's Who series has long been a cherished part of Canada's conservation story,' said The Honourable Julie Dabrusin, Minister of Environment and Climate Change. 'This PSA is a beautiful reminder of the importance of protecting Canada's wetlands and the extraordinary life they sustain. I applaud the Canadian Wildlife Federation and SandBay Entertainment for their dedication to inspiring environmental awareness through storytelling.' With vivid visuals and engaging narration, the PSA continues Hinterland Who's Who's tradition of making wildlife education accessible, compelling, and deeply Canadian, said Annie Langlois, Hinterland Who's Who co-ordinator. 'We're proud to shine a spotlight on plants like the Round-leaved Sundew, which are just as important to wetland ecosystems as the wildlife we more often notice. This little-known species is a fascinating example of Canada's natural diversity. Awards like this help amplify their story and their value.' The Round-leaved Sundew is usually found in and around peatlands and wet meadows. The sundew has adapted to live in this nutrient-poor environment by consuming tiny creatures to supplement its diet. The video was filmed in the Ottawa area. 'We are so proud of this award,' said Amanda Barakat, Producer at SandBay Entertainment. 'The Round-leaved Sundew may be small, but it's mighty and this story really resonated with audiences. We're honoured the Telly Awards jury recognized the beauty, mystery and value of Canada's lesser-known species.' The Canadian Wildlife Federation encourages broadcasters, educators, and the public to visit to access the videos, download fact sheets, and explore other educational resources. The newest HWW vignettes will feature the Pileated Woodpecker and the Saw-whet Owl, two iconic species of Canada's ecosystems. With breathtaking footage and accessible storytelling, these PSAs continue the series' mission to inspire awareness, understanding, and conservation action. This summer, HWW will be filming on the west coast in British Columbia. Featured species will be the Western Red Cedar, the Bald Eagle and the Green Banana Slug. For more information: media@ or Annie Langlois, Hinterland Who's Who Co-ordinator AnnieL@ Backgrounder Round-Leaved Sundew Found in bogs and wet meadows, the Round-leaved Sundew is an incredible wildflower which thrives in nutrient-poor environments by consuming small invertebrates it attracts using a sweet secretion on its leaves. Did You Know? About Hinterland Who's Who: First created in 1963, HWW made bold use of a relatively new medium - black and white television - to reach the Canadian general public. The new Hinterland Who's Who, launched in 2003, serves to rebuild the connection thousands of viewers made with wildlife through the original series and ensure that wildlife remains part of what it means to be Canadian. HWW is a joint program of the Canadian Wildlife Federation and Environment and Climate Change Canada. About the Canadian Wildlife Federation: The Canadian Wildlife Federation is a national, not-for-profit charitable organization dedicated to fostering awareness and appreciation of our natural world. By spreading knowledge of human impacts on the environment, carrying out research, developing and delivering education programs, promoting the sustainable use of natural resources, recommending changes to policy and co-operating with like-minded partners, CWF encourages a future in which Canadians can live in harmony with nature. For more information, visit . A photo accompanying this announcement is available at
Cision Canada
18-06-2025
- Business
- Cision Canada
407 ETR and Canadian Wildlife Federation expand pollinator habitat restoration along Highway 407 ETR corridor and beyond
In 2023, the Company signed onto a three-year, $500,000 sponsorship with CWF to support its Rights-of-Way as Habitat Program. In addition to supporting the planting of native wildflowers and grasses, 407 ETR's funding is helping CWF educate rights-of-way managers about best practices in roadside vegetation management to support the recovery of monarchs, bees, hummingbirds and other pollinator species. "Our collaboration with 407 ETR enables restoration of native meadow habitat along rights-of-way in the GTA," says Carolyn Callaghan, Senior Conservation Biologist, Terrestrial Wildlife at CWF. "By establishing thriving meadow ecosystems, we're helping native pollinator species, like the monarch butterfly, flourish while also enhancing the natural pollination of flowering plants and increasing biodiversity on the landscape." The Pollinator Pathway expansion by Oakvillegreen Conservation Association, located by a roadside at Kingsford Gardens, in the path of monarch migration, is flourishing thanks to the collaboration. With additional native plants added in 2024, the site became more welcoming to pollinators and monarch butterflies were spotted in the fall of 2024. The next few years will be critical for other meadow projects that are in their "creep phase" as the native seeds develop roots to grow into successful plant communities, supporting the monarch butterfly and other pollinators around the GTA. "As stewards of a vital transportation corridor in the GTA, we recognize our responsibility to protect and enhance the biodiversity along our rights-of-way," says Javier Tamargo, President & CEO, 407 ETR. "At 407 ETR, we want to be part of the solution by supporting land restoration efforts in the communities we serve, and it's great to see these spaces turning into thriving ecosystems, contributing to a healthier environment for generations to come." For a full list of project locations, please visit 407 ETR remains committed to exploring new opportunities to promote sustainability and environmental stewardship along the highway corridor and improve its own operations. Learn more about 407 ETR's commitment to environmental, social and governance at Fast Facts: There are over 200,000 kilometres of roadways in Ontario, representing tens of thousands of hectares of vegetated land. Insect abundance has declined by 50 to 90% in North America and Europe. 1 Eight species of native bees are considered at risk in Canada 2 and the population of the monarch butterfly has declined by 75% in North America. GTA residents can support pollinators with native species for their gardens. Native plants have co-evolved with the wildlife of that area and are often their perfect food. They require less maintenance, are less susceptible to disease and pests, and many produce colourful blooms. Learn more at Since 2023, the Company has planted 30,000 native trees along Highway 407 ETR. The Company is supporting Nature Conservancy of Canada's Conservation Intern program with a three-year, $800,000 sponsorship. The program helps prepare the next generation of environmental leaders with real-world, skills-building opportunities to care for natural areas in Ontario. The Company is funding a phytoremediation study with Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA), Royal Military College and Queen's University. The research is exploring the use of biotechnology and halophyte plants to remediate salt-contaminated soils and reduce the environmental impact of road salt application. 1 Hallmann, C. A., M. Sorg, E. Jongejans, H. Siepel, N. Hofland, H. Schwan, W. Stenmans, A. Mu ller, H. Sumser, and T. Ho rren. 2017. More than 75 percent decline over 27 years in total flying insect biomass in protected areas. PloS one 12:e0185809; Møller, A. P. 2019. Parallel declines in abundance of insects and insectivorous birds in Denmark over 22 years. Ecology and Evolution 9:6581-6587; Sánchez-Bayo, F., and K. A. Wyckhuys. 2019. Worldwide decline of the entomofauna: A review of its drivers. Biological Conservation 232:8-27. About 407 ETR Highway 407 ETR is an all-electronic open-access toll highway located in the Greater Toronto Area in Ontario, Canada. The highway spans 108 kilometres from Burlington in the west to Pickering in the east. 407 International Inc. is the sole shareholder of 407 ETR and is owned by: Cintra Global S.E. which is a wholly owned subsidiary of Ferrovial S.A. (48.29%); Canada Pension Plan Investment Board (CPP Investments) and other institutional investors (44.20%); and Public Sector Pension Investment Board (PSP Investments) (7.51%) SOURCE 407 ETR Concession Company Limited
Cision Canada
09-05-2025
- Business
- Cision Canada
407 ETR recognized for excellence: new awards for communications and customer service
In 2023, 407 ETR embarked on a three-year, $500,000 sponsorship with CWF to support their Rights-of-Way as Habitat Program. The Company is funding the restoration of over 12 hectares of pollinator habitat — an area equal to 22 football fields — along the highway corridor. Adding to its accolades, earlier this month, 407 ETR's Customer Service and Business Support teams were awarded the World Class Customer Experience certification from Service Quality Measurement (SQM) Group for the eleventh and eighth year, respectively. To earn this achievement, teams resolved 80 per cent or more of customer contacts on the first interaction. Since introducing live chat in 2020, 407 ETR has expanded its digital service offerings, including menu-based self-serve options and extended support hours, making it easier for customers to get the help they need, when they need it. "These awards reinforce what drives us every day, delivering an exceptional experience for our customers and making a lasting difference in the communities we serve," says Javier Tamargo, President & CEO, 407 ETR. "We're incredibly proud to receive these awards, and congratulations to the teams for their hard work and dedication to serving our customers and communities." Fast facts 407 ETR's IT security team was named one of the Top 100 Information Security Teams of 2024 by OnCon Icon Awards. Earlier this year, 407 ETR was recognized by United Way Greater Toronto as a Local Leader for the sixth consecutive year, for its commitment to giving back and building a brighter GTA. 407 ETR was also recognized with the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion award from the International Bridge, Tunnel and Turnpike Association for diversity and inclusivity on and off the road. About 407 ETR Highway 407 ETR is an all-electronic open-access toll highway located in the Greater Toronto Area in Ontario, Canada. The highway spans 108 kilometres from Burlington in the west to Pickering in the east. 407 International Inc. is the sole shareholder of 407 ETR and is owned by: Canada Pension Plan Investment Board (CPP Investments) through indirectly-owned subsidiaries (50.01%); Cintra Global S.E. which is a wholly owned subsidiary of Ferrovial S.A. (43.23%); and AtkinsRéalis Canada Inc. (6.76%) SOURCE 407 ETR Concession Company Limited
