October 15, 2026

Speaker: Paul Oliver

Urban Nature Store

Paul Oliver is the founder of Urban Nature Store, Canada’s go-to destination for backyard birders, wildlife watchers, and anyone who's ever tried (and failed) to outsmart a squirrel. With a lifelong passion for birds and urban wildlife, Paul has built a business—and a community—centered on helping people connect with nature right in their own backyards.

Whether he's advising customers on the best seed to attract finches or designing bird-friendly spaces for urban settings, Paul brings a practical, engaging, and often humorous approach to conservation at home. He believes that even the smallest patch of green can make a big difference—for birds and people alike.

Paul’s presentations combine expert advice with real-world tips, delivered with the warmth and enthusiasm of someone who genuinely loves what he does (and doesn’t mind cleaning birdbaths on weekends).  The Presentation will include a special seasonal focus on helping birds survive the harsh Canadian winter.

Urban Nature Store is a proudly Canadian-owned retailer dedicated to serving both passionate birding enthusiasts and those just discovering the joy of backyard birding. Through our online store at UrbanNatureStore.ca and ten retail locations across Ontario, including their locations in Pickering and Oshawa, we offer a wide range of quality bird feeders, seed, optics, and nature-inspired gifts to help Canadians connect with the natural world around them.