Home2008 national news releases 
DUC’s 70th anniversary map selected for ESRI Canada map competition
December 16
A DUC-generated map has been selected for inclusion in a competition held by ESRI Canada. The map appears in ESRI’s 2009 Map Gallery calendar for December.
Conserving Canada's Great Forest
November 28
Pascal Badiou, a research scientist with DUC’s Institute for Wetland and Waterfowl Research, has been named to a group of top North American and international scientists who will work to preserve Canada’s great forest.
Wetland loss hammers Lake Winnipeg and Manitoba's environment
November 7
Groundbreaking DUC study reveals wetland drainage and degradation costs Manitobans $15 million per year
Migration 2008 in full swing
October 17
Canada's wetlands prime viewing spots for annual fall flight of waterfowl
Election 2008: Wetlands need your help
September 18
Letter from DUC executive vice-president encourages volunteers, supporters to engage politicians and raise awareness of wetland conservation.
Seeing the forest for the ducks and much more
September 18
National Forest Week 2008 great reason to celebrate a national treasure.
Wetland conservation brings unique group of teens together
August 13
Conservation-minded teens from across Canada and from the U.S. are gaining an insider’s look at the world of conservation, while enjoying a fully-sponsored trip to learn about some of Manitoba’s world-class wetlands.
New water-lily species found
August 13
A new white water-lily species was recently discovered by a team of U.S. and German botanists in wetlands managed by Ducks Unlimited Canada.
Survey duck numbers reflect dry conditions on Prairies
July 8
News that duck populations had dropped nine per cent across the continent’s main waterfowl nesting areas this year was certainly not good news as far as DUC biologists were concerned. However, the news was not unexpected.
Healthy wetlands, healthy fish
July 4
National Fishing Week, July 5-13, has anglers everywhere gearing up to explore the lure of fishing in Canada’s many rivers and lakes. But did you know that when you cast a line in those rivers and lakes for that prize catch, that wetlands likely had a role to play?
Prairie sites selected for waterfowl research
May 12
Ducks Unlimited Canada (DUC) is conducting research in four key study areas across the Canadian prairies this summer.
National Volunteer Week (April 27 – May 3)
For the past 70 years, thousands of Ducks Unlimited Canada volunteers have shared dedication and enthusiasm. That’s why during 2008 National Volunteer Week (April 27 – May 3), DUC is proud to say thank you and shine a spotlight on the exemplary work of its more than 8,000 volunteers.
- Love of outdoors fuels Serge Mathieu’s passion for volunteering.
- Bohdie Markowsky sees the world as a classroom.
- Zane Nicholson has a “can do attitude”.
- Jasmine Ferris says she meets DUC volunteers like her everywhere she goes.
- Libby Gamble enjoys seeing her grandkids exploring the world around them. That is why she volunteers for DUC.
- Ellen Monro is one of Oak Hammock Marsh’s longest-serving volunteers.
- Wes Gilbart enjoys giving back to his community and nature through DUC.
- Sarah Green shares her passion for the environment with others.
- Dodie MacLean supports wetland conservation wherever she lives.
- Leo Leblanc works with local businesses to help conserve wetlands.
- Busy mom takes time to educate kids about wetlands.
- Dan McWilliams is an outdoorsman determined to make a difference.
- Ed Seagram knows clean water and wetlands go hand in hand. That’s why he volunteers for DUC.
- Alison Smith has passion for teaching young people about wetland benefits.
- David Pearce makes good friends by saving wetlands.
- Mary Shumilak dedicates spare time to raise money for wetland education.
- For Dave Burkell, volunteering for DUC is a family affair.
- Malcolm Little volunteers to do something positive for the environment.
New partnership supports conservation of boreal wetlands
April 18
Suncor Energy Foundation invests $1.5 million in Ducks Unlimited Canada.
DUC science director wins award for international conservation achievements
April 16
Ducks Unlimited Canada (DUC) is pleased to announce that Dr. Michael G. Anderson, director of science and adaptation, is the Canadian recipient of the 2007 International Canvasback Award.
Calling all waterfowlers
April 9
The second annual Ducks Unlimited Canada (DUC) Canadian Duck and Goose Calling Championship will be held August 23 and 24, 2008 in Fredericton, N.B.
DUC president wins Order of the Bighorn Award
March 28
Ducks Unlimited Canada president Neil Downey was named a 2008 recipient of the Order of the Bighorn Award, recognizing his long-standing commitment to conserving wildlife habitat in Alberta.
World Water Day: another reason to celebrate wetlands
March 20
This year, on World Water Day, March 22, Ducks Unlimited Canada (DUC) is encouraging people to take a moment and think about wetlands and the role they play in water quality and quantity.
Canadian wildlife to benefit from partnership extension
March 11
The Honourable John Baird, Minister of the Environment, has announced his government’s intention to extend their relationship with Wildlife Habitat Canada (WHC) for three more years, starting in April 2008.
Wetland education changes teen’s life
February 25
When Brandon Hicks stepped off the bus for what seemed like any other Grade 4 field trip, he had no idea how his life would be changed by what he was about to see.
New Brunswick Premier dedicated to wetlands
February 6
New Brunswick Premier Shawn Graham is a huge believer in the work of Ducks Unlimited Canada (DUC). In fact, the long time DUC member and volunteer has carried his strong conservation ethic into his public life, too.
DUC appoints new executive vice-president
January 31
C. Neil Downey, CA, president of DUC, is pleased to announce the appointment of Jeff Nelson to the position of executive vice-president.
Healthy Wetlands, Healthy People
January 30
With the theme of Healthy Wetlands, Healthy People, this Saturday, February 2 is World Wetlands Day.
Courtney artist named Ducks Unlimited Canada's Artist of the Year for 2008
January 25
Heather Soos of Courtney, BC, has been chosen as Ducks Unlimited Canada's 2008 National Artist of the Year for her painting, Winter Whites on Water - Trumpeter Swan.
