Home2004 Provincial News Releases 
Ducks Unlimited Canada Restores Salt Marsh in Musquash
December 20, 2004 — New Brunswick
DUC begins an extensive salt marsh restoration project at the Musquash Estuary in Musquash, New Brunswick.
Lieutenant-Governor Announces Award for Wetland Supporters
December 15, 2004 — Prince Edward Island
A new award will recognize individuals and groups who aim and work to conserve and protect Prince Edward Island’s wetland habitats.
Wildlife Commission Increases Support For Waterfowl Conservation
December 2, 2004 — North Carolina
The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission voted at its December meeting to increase its contribution to Ducks Unlimited (DU), supporting waterfowl and wetlands conservation on the Canadian breeding grounds.
Environmentally healthy land worth up to $343 per hectare in Grand River Watershed
November 26, 2004 — Ontario
Research sponsored by Ducks Unlimited Canada (DUC) and the Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC) indicates that keeping our landscape healthy is worth a lot to tax payers.
Governor of the State of Alabama visits Atocas Bay Wetland Project
October 26, 2004 — Ontario
Governor Bob Riley of the State of Alabama was present at a special celebration to honour the many partners who participated in the significant “hands across the border” conservation success story at Atocas Bay on the Ottawa River.
Lieutenant-Governor Presents Wetland Conservation Award
September 15, 2004 — Saskatchewan
The Honourable Dr. Lynda Haverstock, Lieutenant Governor of Saskatchewan, presented the province’s first Lieutenant Governor’s Greenwing Conservation Award to Clem Millar.
Lieutenant-Governor Presents Wetland Conservation Award
September 10, 2004 — Nova Scotia
The Honourable Myra A. Freeman, ONS, Lieutenant-Governor of Nova Scotia, presented the province’s first Lieutenant-Governor’s Greenwing Award to Arthur Irving.
CWB Master Growers Fly With the Ducks
September 8, 2004 — Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba
Ducks Unlimited Canada (DUC) is pleased to announce its sponsorship of a Canadian Wheat Board (CWB) Master Grower Program
Beauval Project Set for Waterbird and Wetland Research in Saskatchewan’s Boreal Forest
August 9, 2004 — Saskatchewan
The Meadow Lake area has long been known as an important region for waterbirds. Ducks Unlimited Canada (DUC) has developed over 150 wetland conservation projects in the area, and is now about to embark on a massive inventory project to expand their knowledge of waterbirds and boreal wetlands throughout northwestern Saskatchewan.
DUC-sponsored Exhibit Opens at Saskatchewan Science Centre
July 23, 2004 — Saskatchewan
Have you ever wondered how ducks keep dry in the water or keep warm in icy water? And where do they get the energy to lay all those eggs? The answers to these questions and many more can be found at a new exhibit at the Saskatchewan Science Centre, Like a Duck to Water, proudly sponsored by Ducks Unlimited Canada (DUC).
Lieutenant Governor’s Greenwing Conservation Award to Recognize Saskatchewan Wetland Advocates
July 14, 2004 — Saskatchewan
A newly created award will recognize individuals and groups who aim to preserve and protect Saskatchewan wetlands.
RBC Financial Group Provides Generous Funding for Children’s Education Partnership
June 4, 2004 — Saskatchewan
A ceremony to celebrate a “Wonder of Wetlands Education Partnership” couldn’t have had a more perfect backdrop than the Prairie Marsh Exhibit at the Saskatoon Zoo.
Fort Good Hope has High Hopes for Ramparts River & Wetlands
May 31, 2004 — Northwest Territories
Charlie Barnaby is happy that the Ramparts River and Wetlands is protected.
PEI Farmers Rise to Conservation Challenge
May 20, 2004 — Prince Edward Island
Sixty PEI farmers are concerned enough about the environment to take things into their own hands.
Migration Heats Up at Oak Hammock Marsh
May 20, 2004 — Manitoba
After last week’s snowy weather, warmer temperatures have returned to Oak Hammock Marsh to welcome back the migrating ducks.
Calgary Policy Plugs Wetland Loss Due to Urban Development
May 18, 2004 — Alberta
Ducks Unlimited Canada (DUC) joined with Calgary’s city leaders today to celebrate the wetland conservation plan that was passed unanimously yesterday by City Council
National Volunteer Week
April 18 to 24, 2004
There are 8,000 Canadians volunteering with Ducks Unlimited Canada’s (DUC) fundraising and education programs. These people are the DUC spirit in communities across the country. They host events that bring people from all walks of life together in the name of wetland conservation. Read more about some of our special volunteers in the following provincial profiles.
Newfoundland
German Air Force supply manager hooks people up with what they need.
Nova Scotia
Arthur Robar has his mother-in-law, Joey Carter, to thank for getting him knee deep into wetland conservation as a volunteer with Ducks Unlimited Canada.
Prince Edward Island
When long-time auctioneer Bob Hogg retired and yelled out his last cry of “sold!” at the Ducks Unlimited Canada (DUC) fundraising dinner in Summerside, it was only fitting that Allison Smith of East Prince Auctioneers become the new manager of the microphone and the sound of the sales at the DUC auction.
New Brunswick
Brian Cornell’s love for nature started with his dogs and their required daily walks and lead him to volunteer with Ducks Unlimited Canada.
Ontario
Thirty-seven per cent of Ontario communities with 1,000 people or more have a group of DUC volunteers actively dedicating their time to supporting DUC’s wetland conservation work.
Manitoba
You may not know their names, yet every day they are there making your community, and so many others across Manitoba, a better place to live.
Saskatchewan
You may not know their names, yet every day they are there making your community, and so many others across Saskatchewan, a better place to live.
Alberta
They’re in your community. You may not know their names, yet every day they are making your community, and so many others across Alberta, a better place to live.
British Columbia
Almost 70 per cent of British Columbia communities have a group of DUC volunteers actively dedicating their time to supporting DUC’s wetland conservation work.
Ducks Unlimited Canada President Presents B.C. Government with a “Heritage Gold” Award
January 27, 2004 – British Columbia
Ducks Unlimited Canada’s President Jack Messer is in Victoria to present a “Heritage Gold” sponsor award.
Celebrate World Wetlands Day
Find out more about celebrations in your region.
Atlantic Canada
February 2, 2004
(New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Newfoundland)
At Ducks Unlimited Canada, we celebrate this day by continuing to raise public awareness of wetland values and benefits.
Prairies
February 2, 2004
(Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Alberta)
Take a moment to think about what you can do to conserve, maintain and restore Canada’s wetlands on World Wetlands Day. A small act today can mean a big difference in the future.
British Columbia
February 2, 2004
Visit a local wetland and taking a moment to think about the value of wetlands in our lives.
