Protests, Peregrines & Spring Migration: May 2025
Environmental advocates push back on Bill 5, four urban peregrines hatch, and Toronto's coyote issue reveals a human dimension.
MAY IN REVIEW
Howdy everyone, I hope you have all been doing well.
This month’s newsletter is dedicated to the memory of Elaine "Melba" Marlene Fry, who sadly passed away on May 15th, 2025. Elaine was a supporter of Random Photo Adventure, and she will be deeply missed.
This May, my girlfriend, Hayley, and I travelled to Point Pelee National Park to experience the spring migration. We had heard Point Pelee was a hotspot for spring birding, but we couldn’t have expected what we encountered. In every direction we looked, massive flocks of Red-winged Blackbirds, Common Grackles, and Yellow Warblers were everywhere during our visit. I hope to detail more about our spring migration adventure soon in an upcoming article, so stay tuned!
May also saw me travelling to the City of Toronto to write about a protest against the Ford Government’s Bill 5, or “Protect Ontario by Unleashing our Economy Act, 2025,” hosted by the Water Warriors.
The City of Toronto was also the focus of one of the first investigations conducted by the Random Photo Adventure Chronicles, regarding its handling of the recent coyote issue in the Liberty Village and Fort York areas.
Until the next one!
-Greg
RANDOM PHOTO ADVENTURE CHRONICLES
FEATURES & INVESTIGATIONS
UPDATED: Is Toronto’s Coyote Problem Actually a Human Problem?
Note: This article was updated on May 13, 2025, around 5:00 pm to reflect new information published by the City of Toronto on May 13, 2025.
CONSERVATION & WILDLIFE NEWS
Environmental advocates gather in Toronto to protest Bill 5
TORONTO, ON — Dozens of people gathered on Monday, May 26, 2025, at Nathan Phillips Square for a peaceful demonstration against the Ontario government's proposed Bill 5, formally titled the "Unleashing Ontario's Economy Act." The government states Bill 5 is intended t…
Hamilton Community Peregrine Project Celebrates "FOUR CHICKS IN HALF A DAY!"
HAMILTON, ON — Four Peregrine Falcon chicks have hatched in a downtown Hamilton nest, marking the beginning of a new season for the city’s falcon residents. Through their online updates, the Hamilton Community Peregrine Project confirmed the hatchi…
Tree Clearing at Millcroft Sparks City Investigation
BURLINGTON, ON — Over 400 trees have been cut down at Burlington’s Millcroft Golf Course, sparking public concern and prompting a City investigation as developer Argo begins site work.
RECENT WORK
Here is some of my recent work from the past month or so.
(Clicking the images will open them in full size on desktop)
IN OTHER NEWS
In the "In Other News" section, I'll share interesting updates and discoveries from the past month. Expect highlights on photography, nature, wildlife, conservation, and environmental topics.
Snowy Owl rescued, released a month later, after being mobbed by Crows
Published on: 30/APRIL/2025
A snowy owl, injured after being mobbed by crows, was successfully rehabilitated and returned to the wild by the Turtle Pond Wildlife Centre after a month of care at their facility. Click here to read more
Comprehensive Overview of Bill 5
Published on: 14/MAY/2025
For readers seeking a detailed understanding of the "Protect Ontario by Unleashing our Economy Act, 2025" (Bill 5), The Narwhal published a comprehensive explainer on it. The article provides an in-depth look at the legislative changes and their potential impacts. Click here to read more
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