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DUC – Wetland and Wildlife Conservation in Manitoba 
Ducks Unlimited Canada (DUC) has been conserving wetlands and their associated habitats for waterfowl, wildlife and people in Manitoba since 1938. That’s the year DUC established its very first conservation project in Canada at Big Grass Marsh near Gladstone, Manitoba.
Manitoba’s wetland habitats are precious natural resources that need to be conserved, restored and managed as part of the province’s sustainable environmental, economic and social future. Research from across North America guide habitat programs delivered by DUC.
DUC employs scientists, biologists, agrologists, engineers and technical staff specialized in the conservation of wetlands and their associated habitats. DUC also partners with other non-profit organizations, all levels of government, landowners and industry to help reach its conservation goals.
New Wetland Loss Information
Manitoba’s Boreal Wetlands – A Vital Resource
The Cost of Wetland Loss in Manitoba
Wetland Public Consultations Update
Last summer, the Manitoba Water Council hosted 22 open houses in 11 communities across the province to seek Manitobans’ perspectives on wetlands. Manitobans responded with over 450 submitted questionnaires, 27 written submissions and over 50 formal verbal presentations. On World Wetlands Day (February 2, 2011), the Manitoba Water Council released their What We Heard document.
Manitoba Water Council: What We Heard
"Manitobans are clearly concerned about wetland loss. The task now is to find ways to protect what wetlands remain while compensating wetland landowners for the environmental benefits they are providing society. This all begins with a comprehensive wetland policy for Manitoba."
– From Letter to the Editor by Bob Grant, manager of operations for Manitoba, DUC. Distributed to Manitoba newspapers, February, 2011.
Good for my land. Good for my business.
You’re a farmer, a rancher, a landowner and you know what it takes to be successful in your business. At Ducks, our staff works with you to implement a number of sustainable agricultural and environmental practices that can help improve your bottom line.
Environmental Education
In addition to the economic and environmental benefits provided by wetlands, these natural areas province excellent outdoor education opportunities for youth education through local schools and children’s groups.
DUC works to educate young people about the value of wetlands through Project Webfoot, DUC’s wetland and environmental education program for students. Through this program, individuals, community groups and businesses can sponsor a class to receive curriculum based learning materials and wetland field trips. Youth can also get involved with a Greenwing membership.
Manitoba is home to DUC’s national headquarters, located at the Oak Hammock Marsh Conservation Centre. Nestled at the western edge of the restored wetland, the Conservation Centre houses DUC’s offices and the Oak Hammock Marsh Interpretive Centre that is jointly managed by DUC and the Province of Manitoba.
DUC’s Brandon Field office is located in the Riverbank Discovery Centre in Brandon. DUC provides maintenance for the Interpretive Ponds adjacent to the building, and manages and provides information on numerous native prairie grass and wildflower plantings surrounding the Centre.
Manitoba’s Volunteer Team
A large network of dedicated Manitoba volunteers assists DUC in raising funds to support DUC’s on-the-ground conservation efforts in the province.
Become a DUC member, volunteer or make a charitable donation!
To learn more about DUC’s habitat conservation and environmental education programs in Manitoba or to get involved in a volunteer chapter near you, contact a DUC office today.DUC in Manitoba*:
- 165 employees
- 63 community-based events
- 859 volunteers
- 19,811 supporters
- 1,145 habitat projects
- 3,000 landowner partners
- 557,026 acres of secured habitat
- $168 million spent by DUC to date on habitat conservation in Manitoba
- Offices in the Oak Hammock Marsh Interpretive Centre, Brandon and the Pas
* as of March 31/10
