Bug Day!

TheEntomological Society of Ontario(ESO) is an active society, dedicated to furthering entomology through annual meetings and publications. Over the past 149 years, it has served as an association of persons interested in the science of entomology. Today, as always, members of the Society have varied entomological interests; physiology, taxonomy, ecology and pest management. Although founded by amateurs, whose active participation is encouraged today the majority of the Society’s members are professionals, sharing their interests and expertise while working either in Provincial or Federal governments, industry or universities within Ontario as well as other parts of Canada and the world.

Entomological Society of Ontario

Discover the amazing world of insects at Bug Day! FREE event for all ages featuring live bugs, cricket ice cream, insect expeditions...

960 Carling Ave

<p>Discover the amazing world of insects at Bug Day! Activities will include insect expeditions, insect cuisine, cockroach races, crafts, demos by expert entomologists, and more. This event is held at the location of the largest insect collection in Canada, the Canadian National Collection of Insects, in conjunction with the Research Open House at the Central Experimental Farm. The Open House will feature crop and research displays, horse-drawn wagon rides, soil pits, composting demos, a corn maze, and more. FREE event with parking available onsite. Secure bike parking also available by donation.</p>

Bug Day!

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