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2011 Provincial News Releases

DUC disappointed by lack of commitment to wetlands in Throne Speech

DUC is concerned the Saskatchewan government did not specifically reference wetlands or the protection of wetlands, as a part of the solution to the province's flooding and water quality problems in the recent Speech to the Throne.

DUC encouraged by recent SARM resolution on drainage legislation

DUC commends the Saskatchewan Association of Rural Municipalities on the organization's recent resolution to lobby the Saskatchewan government to enforce provincial land drainage legislation.

A Bin Full of Reasons to grow winter wheat

Ducks Unlimited Canada, Bayer CropScience and Behlen Industries LP have a Bin Full of Reasons why you should grow winter wheat.

A Bin Full of Reasons to grow winter wheat

Ducks Unlimited Canada, Bayer CropScience and Behlen Industries LP have a Bin Full of Reasons why you should grow winter wheat.

DUC's wetland mapping comes to St. John's conference

The Honourable Dr. Gordon L. Barnhart, Lieutenant Governor of Saskatchewan, presented Vicki East with this prestigious award for her outstanding contributions to wetland conservation in the province.

DUC's wetland mapping comes to St. John's conference

The world of geography and mapping will be the focus of the ESRI Canada User Conference in St. John’s on November 16 and 17.

DUC's wetland mapping comes to Vancouver conference

The world of geography and mapping will be the focus of the ESRI Canada User Conference in Vancouver on November 8 and 9.

DUC's wetland mapping comes to Halifax conference

The world of geography and mapping will be the focus of the ESRI Canada User Conference in Halifax on November 2 and 3.

DU Canada concerned with lack of commitment to wetlands in throne speech

Ducks Unlimited Canada (DUC) is concerned the provincial government did not specifically reference wetlands, or the protection of wetlands, as a part of the solution to Manitoba’s flooding and water quality problems in the recent Throne Speech.

DUC's 32nd annual fundraising dinner and yearly efforts raise $3.6 million for wetland conservation in Alberta

Ducks Unlimited Canada's Calgary Chapter hosted its 32nd annual fundraising dinner and silent auction, raising approximately $3.6 million in addition to annual fundraising through sponsorships and donations for the chapter.

DUC pleased with federal government’s commitment to improving Lake Winnipeg’s water quality

Ducks Unlimited Canada commends the Government of Canada's recent commitment of contributions under the fifth round of the Lake Winnipeg Basin Stewardship fund.

DUC's wetland mapping comes to Ottawa conference

The world of geography and mapping will be the focus of the ESRI Canada User Conference in Ottawa on October 18th and 19th.

DU Canada celebrates the Natural Areas Conservation Program

Ducks Unlimited Canada (DUC) is recognizing the Government of Canada and the Natural Areas Conservation Program (NACP) today at a dedication ceremony at the Leafloor project near Killarney.

DUC's wetland mapping comes to Toronto conference

The world of geography and mapping will be the focus of the ESRI Canada User Conference in Toronto on October 4th and 5th.

Ducks Unlimited Canada urges Ontario political party leaders to protect wetlands now!

In a recent letter to Ontario Political Party leaders, DUC president Tom Worden and manager of provincial operations Jim Brennan called on leaders to protect Ontario's wetlands.

DUC's wetland mapping comes to Regina conference

The world of geography and mapping will be the focus of the ESRI Canada User Conference in Regina on Sept. 27 and 28.

One of the 10 most important wetlands in southern Quebec is conserved

Ducks Unlimited Canada and its partners are marking a major conservation achievement by acquiring Lochaber Bay in the Outaouais, one of the 10 most important wetland complexes in southern Quebec.

Parties are stepping up to the plate for wetland conservation

With the Manitoba election around the corner, political leaders are campaigning hard and laying out their platforms. An encouraging common theme in many of their commitments is water management and how wetlands play a role in the ecological health of Manitoba.

DUC's wetland mapping comes to Montreal conference

The world of geography and mapping will be the focus of the ESRI Canada User Conference in Montreal on Sept. 20 and 21.

New conservation area near Saskatoon opens to the public

Students and nature enthusiasts have a new place to experience the richness of a true prairie parkland landscape with the officially opening of DUC's Chappell Marsh Conservation Area near Saskatoon.

DUC's wetland mapping comes to Edmonton conference

The world of geography and mapping will be the focus of the ESRI Canada User Conference in Edmonton on Sept. 15 and 16.

Help DUC honour B.C.'s wetland conservation leaders

Do you know someone whose leadership, commitment and conservation ethic are unmatched? It’s time to honour their efforts!

North American Waterfowl Management Plan celebrates 25 years in Saskatchewan

The North American Waterfowl Management Plan has been in existence in Saskatchewan for 25 years. Saskatchewan Environment Minister Dustin Duncan and various members of NAWMP celebrated a project dedication on the Kehiew habitat conservation property near Avonlea.

Wetland loss contributes to algae blooms like those seen on Ontario's Sturgeon Lake

Wetland loss contributes to the declining health of our lakes and rivers, which often results in harmful algae blooms like those seen on Sturgeon Lake in Ontario. A new study released by DUC clearly shows wetlands are critical to solving water quality problems.

Wetland loss in the Lake Simcoe watershed costs more than water quality

According to a new study by Ducks Unlimited Canada (DUC) and the University of Guelph, wetlands currently remove harmful phosphorus from Lake Simcoe and save local municipalities about $300,000 a year for this ecological service. Despite efforts and a growing awareness of the benefits they provide, Ontario’s wetlands continue to be lost.

Collaborative efforts lead to enhanced protection of Kelowna wetlands

DUC commends Kelowna Mayor Sharon Shepherd and city council for adopting the Kelowna 2030 Official Community Plan. As a result, all watercourses, including wetlands, within the City of Kelowna are now recognised as development permit areas, adding further protection against being impacted, drained or filled.

Ducks Unlimited Canada helps farmers in Manitoba flood fight

Ducks Unlimited Canada is offering haying opportunities to livestock producers impacted by severe flooding of farm lands in parts of Manitoba through a Flood Relief Forage Program.

Hartnell Marshes reclaims its natural glory

Today Ducks Unlimited Canada (DUC) welcomed partners and supporters to its wetland conservation project that has restored the natural biodiversity of Hartnell Marshes.

Wetland mapping benefits B.C.’s northern watershed

DUC and conservation partners - Encana Corporation, Imperial Oil Resources and Devon Canada Corporation - announced today they have joined forces to collaborate on watershed-based sustainable development initiatives in the wetland-rich landscape of the Fort Nelson area.

Flooding linked to wetland drainage

DUC researcher Shane Gabor recently had the opportunity during a popular Winnipeg radio show to explain the link between wetland drainage and flooding in Manitoba and Saskatchewan.

Maple Leafs President and GM in HRM to Support DUC

Brian Burke, Toronto Maple Leafs President and GM, is helping DUC raise awareness of the value of Canada's wetlands and the importance of conserving them.

DUC helps farmers in flood fight

Ducks Unlimited Canada is offering grazing opportunities to livestock producers from areas that are hit hardest by the severe flooding of farm lands in Saskatchewan through a Flood Relief Forage Program.

DUC to complete nesting study in southwestern Saskatchewan

Ducks Unlimited Canada researchers have returned to southwestern Saskatchewan for the final year of a 10-year study to determine how nesting success of prairie waterfowl varies in relation to the landscape types of the prairie pothole region.

DUC conserves pintail paradise in southern Alberta

Ducks Unlimited Canada is pleased to announce the conservation of more than 900 hectares (2,200 acres) of prime wetland and waterfowl habitat in southern Alberta.

Wetlands get funding infusion from HCTF

Ducks Unlimited Canada acknowledges the Habitat Conservation Trust Foundation’s continuing investment in B.C.’s wildlife habitat, helping kick-start its wetland rebuild program in 2011.

DUC staff receives excellence in environmental education

Merebeth Switzer, DUC’s National Education Coordinator, received the prestigious Excellence in Leadership in Environmental Education award for her many contributions to environmental education over the past 30 years.

Long-time Ontario conservationist honoured for environmental achievements

Ducks Unlimited Canada (DUC) and friends paid special tribute to Gil Henderson and his late wife, Molly, for their lifelong passion and environmental achievements at Tim Horton Onondaga Farm.

Let’s start thinking long-term

As the threat of flooding spreads across much of Saskatchewan this spring, there may be some who ask for more wetland drainage to be allowed. Those people will look at water in their fields and see it as the problem. Alternatively they should be looking at wetlands as a solution.

Leave the wetlands wet

Forecasters are calling for Manitoba’s second massive flood in the last 15 years. Anxiety is high as people brace for the worst. But no matter how bad the flooding situation is this year, the science is clear – wetland drainage will only make our next flood event worse.

DUC urging New Brunswickers to speak out in support of wetland policy

Wetlands, development and New Brunswick’s wetland policy are at the top of mind for many New Brunswickers these days.

Seeing the forest for the wetlands

Ducks Unlimited Canada took to the skies with federal Environment Minister Peter Kent and several partners including the Dehcho and Tlicho Grand Chiefs, to get a bird’s eye view of Edéhzhie, a candidate National Wildlife Area and site of some of the most productive waterfowl habitat in the boreal forest.

DUC applauds Ontario’s move to a precautionary approach to wind power development

Ducks Unlimited Canada (DUC) commends the Province of Ontario on taking a precautionary approach to offshore wind power development. Although DUC supports environmentally sustainable sources of energy that reduce our reliance on fossil fuels, we continue to stress the importance of peer reviewed science to ensure renewable energy projects are implemented in a manner (and location) that does not negatively impact waterfowl populations.

Shubenacadie Sam does not see shadow

With the large quantity of snow that has inundated Nova Scotia, the prospect of another six weeks of winter is enough to strike dread into the stoutest of hearts. However, Shubenacadie Sam did not disappoint.

Wildlife refuge and former UBC farm protected through family’s generosity

Demonstrating their strong environmental commitment, the Evans family of Oyster River granted a conservation covenant on Shelter Point Farms to Ducks Unlimited Canada (DUC) at an event also celebrating World Wetlands Day.

Oyster River environmental “pearl” protected

Vancouver Island residents have cause for celebration with the creation of a new protected wildlife area called Bear Creek Nature Park. With many supporters and key partners on hand, Environment Canada, Ducks Unlimited Canada (DUC) and the Comox Valley Regional District (CVRD) announced the purchase of a woodland river floodplain and wetland along Oyster River.

Mapping the wetlands within the Montreal Metropolitan Community

Aware of the considerable urban pressure placed in recent years on the territory of the Montreal Metropolitan Community (MMC), Ducks Unlimited Canada (DUC) has mapped the wetlands in this area.