Joanne Papineau has been a proud member of Nature Canada because the Eighties, and a month-to-month donor for greater than 20 years. 

As a baby, Joanne fell in love with nature, particularly the underwater world. She was impressed by the underwater discoveries and adventures of Jacques Cousteau, and at a younger age she instructed herself “I’m going to be a marine biologist!” Her work has allowed her to discover her ardour for nature and conservation, particularly whales. “Underwater is my favorite place to be. If I had gills, I might simply keep there. It’s quiet, stunning, vibrant.”

Joanne has many nature tales to share, however considered one of her most up-to-date experiences holds a particular place in her coronary heart. “I visited Antarctica just a few years in the past, and as I sat down, a child penguin got here and pecked at my boots. I felt so privileged—we had been respecting their house and so they had been glad to share their atmosphere with us. We had been a curiosity, however not a risk. It was a magical second of connection.”

And it’s this reference to nature and species that drives Joanne to be concerned with Nature Canada and keep knowledgeable on conservation points. “You don’t should be a scientist to know the cycle of life. My membership is my option to have a voice within the dialog, since animals and the atmosphere can’t communicate for themselves. It’s our obligation to guard them, and I’m fiercely happy with the work we’ve completed, and hopeful concerning the work we’ve got but to do. Selecting to provide month-to-month to Nature Canada was the most effective choices I’ve ever made.”

“We dwell in such a lovely nation. The primary time I noticed the totems at Haida Gwaii was an unimaginable second. It was so non secular and profound. My purpose is to find each nationwide park, and go to the jewels in each province.”

Thanks, Joanne, for sharing your story and your ardour for nature! Members who give month-to-month as Guardians of Nature offering us essential help on a gentle and ongoing foundation.  You possibly can be a part of as a month-to-month donor on-line or by calling Anna at 1-800-267-4088 ext. 225.