How our work impacts conservation across Canada.
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Where we’re working on the ground from coast to coast.
We need your help to protect our water, wildlife, and wetlands. Here’s how you can make an impact.
Ontario
I put my mettle to the pedal in Kingston to save Canada’s wetlands
Mark Mortimer shares the story of his journey on the first annual Kingston Ride for Conservation
Restoring habitat, restoring nature
"I saw this property on the Bruce Peninsula ... The interior forest habitat had been lost, the streams and wetlands were broken. And I knew I could fix it."
Quiet marshes keep flightless waterfowl safe in summer
Ever wonder where the ducks go in summer? A DUC waterfowl expert explains why these birds hide out during a period called moulting.
That time when a duck family took over the backyard pool
Backyard pools occasionally attract a family of flightless fluffballs. We're here to help with some pro tips.
Meet the winners of the 2022 Wetland Centres of Excellence case study competition
Zoë Timberlake, Yuvika Patel and Sydney West from the Luther Marsh Wetland Centre of Excellence in Mount Forest, Ont. won DUC’s 2022 case study competition.
Got ducks in your pool? Here’s what to do
If you have ducks in your pool, what’s most important is what you shouldn’t do. We’re here with a duck explainer to help.
Found a duck nest in Ontario? Here’s what to do
Have you noticed a nest in the yard? Or maybe on your daily stroll? We’re here with a duck-nest explainer to help.
Seasonal ponds are life support for wildlife
Wetland habitats are the “neighbourhood” where ducks raise the next generation.
Small farm life is good for the soul
New small wetland at the Boothbys' Ontario farm brings wildlife and happiness.
Focus on water in Ontario
Science is helping us better understand the role of small wetlands in water quality
Focus on biodiversity in Ontario
We’re working all the angles to support biodiversity in Ontario communities.
Honouring an old friend with new commitments to conservation
Rob Harmon is keeping the fun in fundraising in Frontenac County and has been named Ontario's Volunteer of the Year.
Ontario News from Ducks Unlimited Canada
Stories and news about our Ontario community
Ducks Unlimited Canada celebrates record year for wetland restoration in Ontario
Local relationships accelerate wetland restoration in Ontario.
The power of small wetlands for clean water
New DUC research quantifies the role of restored wetlands in capturing phosphorus in agricultural watersheds.
Can wetlands help heal our sick lakes?
New research conducted by DUC on Lake Erie provide further evidence that investments in wetland habitat pay off significantly by flowing cleaner, healthier water into our lakes.
DUC’s European Water Chestnut Eradication Program in Ontario
Control and monitoring disrupt the seed cycle in Eastern Lake Ontario and the Rideau River.
DUC’s phragmites mitigation program in Ontario
Co-ordinated action to protect ecosystem health.
Chasing phragmites: The race we have to win
Racing to protect healthy wetland habitats for native plants and animals.
Ducks Unlimited Canada surpasses one million acres conserved in Ontario
Ontarians encouraged to mark conservation milestone by exploring local wetlands
One million acres conserved in Ontario
We invite you to celebrate this million-acre milestone by putting on your boots and jacket and taking a stroll in nature.
High-value waterfowl haven in Hastings County is a conservation inspiration
A haven for wildlife in Eastern Ontario.
A high-value waterfowl haven in Hastings County
Investing in conservation is also for the human spirit.
Restorations support wildlife and clean water at thriving wetland in the Holland Marsh
DUC enhanced significant wetland habitat at a historically important wetland in the Holland Marsh region south of Lake Simcoe.