Author of the article: Luke Hendry Publishing date: May 31, 2021 • 1 hour ago • 2 minute read • A map turtle with an eye injury stands on Susan Irving's palm Friday, June 12, 2020 at Sandy Pines Wildlife Centre in Napanee. Dozens of injured turtles - and babies hatched from dead ones - are released every year after care at the centre. Photo by Luke Hendry Article content Why save a turtle? All freshwater turtles in Canada are species at risk under federal law. Eight turtles are also on Ontario’s list of species at risk. We apologize, but this video has failed to load. Try refreshing your browser.