North American Waterfowl Management Plan (NAWMP)

DUC works with provincial partners on NAWMP projects in Alberta

The North American Waterfowl Management Plan (NAWMP) is a partnership between the United States, Canada and Mexico. Its primary goal is to return waterfowl populations observed during the mid-1970’s levels.

In Alberta, the NAWMP is implemented by the Alberta NAWMP partnership whose many partners work together to conserve habitat, influence policy, fund research initiatives and communicate with the public. The partners include:

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
Alberta Agriculture, Food and Rural Development
Alberta Environment
Alberta Sustainable Resource Development
Ducks Unlimited Canada (DUC)
Environment Canada
Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC)

DUC and NCC are the main delivery agents. The Alberta NAWMP partnership shares the same vision and mission as the Prairie Habitat Joint Venture: Healthy prairie, parkland and boreal landscapes that support sustainable ecological and economic benefits for society.

Canvasback
(Aythya valisineria)
The Canvasback casts a noble image with its mahogany colored head and “Roman nose.” However, its name comes from its bright white back, a better field mark in flight. These ducks are devoted deep divers that seldom stray into shallow wetlands. They are seen in much of Alberta in early spring and late fall.