Stories About Education Programs — Ducks Unlimited Canada

Education

Meet the winners of the 2025 Wetland Centres of Excellence Case Study Competition

Congratulations to Wetland Centre of Excellence (WCE) students in Burlington Ont. on their success in the 2025 WCE Case Study Competition!

Education, Waterfowl, Wetlands

High-flying tale gives readers insight into the realities of waterfowl migration

With her debut book, author and Ducks Unlimited Canada Feather Society member Diane Bedford is shedding light on ducks’ migration journeys, while giving back to conservation.

Education

Maija Fotr wins Wetland Centre of Excellence student scholarship

Maija Fotr finds success through experiential learning in Aldershot School’s ECO Studies program

Education

Ducks Unlimited Canada scholarship awarded to East Elgin student Makaela Gilbert

Makaela Gilbert shows leadership and dedication at Ducks Unlimited Canada’s Wetland Centre of Excellence.

Education

Charlottetown Rural student Nout Geurts wins Ducks Unlimited Canada scholarship

Nout Geurts leads as a mentor and environmental enthusiast in DUC’s wetland-based program

Education, Science, Youth advisory council

Profiles: International Day of Women and Girls in Science

Three young leaders who are making their own mark in STEM: working towards a healthier and more sustainable planet, while encouraging other young women along the way.

Education, Youth Conservation Network

Go behind the scenes at Ducks Unlimited Canada’s COP16 Biodiversity webinar

Learn about the global importance of biodiversity, the role of youth in conservation, and how you can get involved to protect vital ecosystems.

Conservator, Education, Youth Conservation Network

Another flock takes flight

At Ducks Unlimited Canada, we are proud to engage with young and early-career environmentalists to develop the next generation of scientists, advocates, educators and thinkers.

Education, Philanthropic, Science, Wetlands

Transforming the Harry J. Enns Wetland Discovery Centre: A Hub for Education and Conservation

We are excited to announce the public phase of the fundraising campaign for the Harry J. Enns Wetland Discovery Centre at Oak Hammock Marsh. With almost 75% of the required funds already raised, we are inviting the community to join us in this final stretch to secure the remaining $2 million needed to complete this project.

Boreal Forest, Education, Wetlands

Winnipeg high school students earn Ducks Unlimited Canada prize for Wildfire Management Solution

Fort Richmond Collegiate students take home first place in Ducks Unlimited Canada's national research competition.

Conservator, Education, Youth advisory council

Youth Advisory Council: Class of 2023

The first set of Youth Advisory Council members reflect on their two years of conservation learnings.

Education

Fredericton student Owen Nicholson wins DUC Student Scholarship

Fredericton student Owen Nicholson earns scholarship for outstanding leadership in Ducks Unlimited Canada program.

Atlantic, Education

Tantramar student Anna MacKinnon wins DUC scholarship

Tantramar, N.B. student Anna MacKinnon earns scholarship for outstanding leadership in Ducks Unlimited Canada program.

Education

Winner of the 2023 Wetland Centre of Excellence Scholarship: Ash Ecclestone

When Ash Ecclestone joined the Luther Marsh Wetland Centre of Excellence program, it would be the start of her journey to becoming one of the school’s top leaders and mentors.

85 Years of Conservation, Education, Volunteers

Taking wetland education to heart in Manitoba

A decades-long partnership has given countless children environmental knowledge, leadership skills and a connection to nature built on respect and curiosity.

Conservator, Education

Full circle

Student of nature now inspiring a new generation of environmental stewards. Just like her.

Education, Prairie Pothole Region, Wetlands, Wildlife

Advocacy takes flight at Saskatoon school

Wetland Centre of Excellence students inspire concern for birds and wetlands through art.

85 Years of Conservation, Atlantic, Education

Proud to be a part of protecting and restoring natural habitats for future generations

Katie Scott combines her passion for conservation with a background in biology and education.

Education, Wetland restoration

Winnipeg students take home grand prize in DUC’s Case Study Competition

Fort Richmond Collegiate students' solution to sea-level rise earns $500 for the school and students are named Youth Wetland Experts.

Biodiversity, Education, Invasive Species

Youth join the vanguard to stop invasive species in Canada

Meet students who monitor and protect their local wetlands when they go to school.

Atlantic, Education, Wetland restoration, Wetlands

Sackville, New Brunswick: North America’s first Wetland City

Sackville and its beloved urban wetlands earn prestigious environmental award from the Convention on Wetlands.

Education, Prairie Pothole Region, Youth advisory council

Early nature experiences ignite passion for marine life

Saskatchewan's Youth Advisory Council member gets one step closer to his saltwater dreams.

Education, Science

Soren Brothers is the first Curator of Climate Change in Canada

A Climate Trailblazer profile of the ROM's Shiff Curator of Climate Change