Home2006 National News Releases 
Hunters and Anglers Major Contributors to Saskatchewan Economy
December 21, 2006
DUC has long recognized the importance of waterfowlers and anglers to the economy.
Winter Wheat delivers the green on Canada’s Prairies
December 8, 2006
Prairie producers took note of the agricultural benefits of winter wheat and seeded more than 1.2 million acres of winter wheat this fall, providing waterfowl habitat with a tremendous boost in the process.
DUC celebrates international GIS Day
November 15, 2006
DUC uses GIS technology to monitor and evaluate wetland change.
Oak Hammock Marsh Interpretive Centre wins national tourism award
October 23, 2006
The OHMIC added another significant honour of prestige to its trophy case, taking home a 2006 Tourism Industry Association of Canada National Award for Tourism Excellence.
Syngenta and Ducks Unlimited – Partners in conservation
October 17, 2006
Syngenta, a world-leader in agribusiness, recently completed a three-year pledge with Ducks Unlimited Canada (DUC), contributing funds toward DUC’s wetland conservation program.
DUC announces new Director of Regional Operations
DUC announces that Ian Barnett will act as Director of Regional Operations in the new Western Region.
Waterfowl scientists combine forces for scaup research
July 26, 2006
While a recently released preliminary report of waterfowl showed healthy increases of most breeding duck species, the continental scaup population reached a record low.
Report indicates well-timed bump in duck numbers
July 11, 2006
Report indicates an estimated 36 million breeding ducks in the surveyed areas of the Prairies, northern Canada and Alaska this spring.
British Columbia man heads four generations of wetland conservation
June 14, 2006
Joseph “Bud” McComb of Armstrong, B.C., has made wetland conservation a family affair—for four generations.
The Golden Jet helps DUC soar
June 9, 2006
“The Golden Jet” – hockey legend Bobby Hull – has joined Ducks Unlimited Canada’s (DUC) wetland habitat conservation effort.
Affinity credit card program pays big dividends for Ducks Unlimited Canada
May 26, 2006
MBNA Canada Bank partnership raises $1 million for wetland conservation.
Calling all outdoor-minded teens
May 18, 2006
Do you know someone aged 13-17 years who loves to spend time outdoors, make new friends and learn about nature and the environment?
Federal budget zeroes in on making conservation land donations easier
May 4, 2006
Capital gains tax on donations of ecologically-sensitive lands and gifts of securities to conservation charities removed out right.
Soil conservation is important for all Canadians
April 17, 2006
April 17 – 22 is Soil Conservation Week. Soil is important for agricultural production, ecosystem biodiversity, carbon sequestration, and water filtration.
Outdoor Caucus to provide a welcome voice for outdoor enthusiasts
April 10, 2006
Member of Parliament builds on personal experience and the legacy of Canada’s hunters, anglers and outdoor enthusiasts, asking fellow MPs to form a non-partisan Outdoors Caucus.
Ducks Unlimited Canada proud to partner with Canadian Community Newspapers Association
March 20, 2006
Ducks Unlimited Canada recognizes the role of community publications in bringing conservation stories to the local community with a sponsorship of the Canadian Community Newspapers Association.
Prairie Habitat Joint Venture conserves valuable habitat
March 8, 2006
Prairie landscapes serve as the breeding grounds for more than half of North America’s mid-continent ducks. More than 340 members and supporters, and 17,000 landowner partners work together in the Prairie Habitat Joint Venture to conserve this valuable habitat.
Leading agricultural economist recommends tools for sustaining rural landscapes
February 23, 2006
The key to sustaining Canada’s rural landscapes could be as simple as what’s in a name, says Edward Tyrchniewicz, one of Canada’s leading agricultural economists.
Symposium pushes Ecological Goods and Services polices forward
February 13, 2006
Ducks Unlimited Canada (DUC) will participate in the national symposium Natural Capital and the Agricultural Landscapes – Contributing to Policy Development for Ecological Goods and Services to be held in Winnipeg February 14 – 16.
February 2, 2006 is World Wetlands Day. Let’s Celebrate!
January 30, 2006
While it may be difficult to think about wetlands in the middle of a cold Canadian winter, World Wetlands Day is an opportunity to raise awareness of the importance of wetlands and to celebrate their amazing capacity to sustain life and improve the overall health of our environment. Even though wetlands work hard for us, we don’t always recognize or respect the vital roles they play. It’s time we did.
Wetland Restoration Accepted as Beneficial Management Practice
DUC was notified recently that wetland restoration has been accepted by Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AFFC) as a beneficial management practice (BMPs) within the Agricultural Policy Framework (APF).
