Community invited to vote for their favourite feathered friend until June 14, 2024

RICHMOND HILL – In celebration of birds and their importance to the community and environment, the public is invited to help select Richmond Hill’s ‘Bird Friendly City’ bird.

The following six feathered friends have been chosen as the top contenders:

• American Goldfinch
• Bald Eagle
• Cedar Waxwing
• Great Blue Heron
• Red-winged Blackbird
• Sandhill Crane

Each bird was selected with input from City staff, the Richmond Hill Bird Team, and the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation and Hiawatha First Nation. These nominees are all birds you might see around the city’s thriving green spaces (or your own backyard!) and represent Richmond Hill’s rich culture, diversity and unique characteristics.

Anyone who lives, works, or goes to school in Richmond Hill is eligible to participate. Visit RichmondHill.ca/Birds for descriptions of the birds and to cast your vote.

Poll closes on June 14, 2024 and the winner will be announced shortly after.

*Bird photos are available to the media upon request.

About Richmond Hill’s Bird Friendly City Certification and Nature Canada

Richmond Hill was recognized for its efforts to support and protect birds with a Bird Friendly City certification from Nature Canada in November 2023. Nature Canada is one of the oldest national nature conservation charities in Canada. For 80 years, they have helped protect more than 110 million acres of parks and wildlife areas, as well as countless species across the country. The Bird Friendly City certification celebrates cities that take action to reduce threats to birds, protect and restore their habitat, and engage the community in education and awareness.