How our work impacts conservation across Canada.
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Ontario

A lifetime of conservation
Having worked around Lake St. Clair all his life, Bob “Grizz” Lozon knows the area like the back of his hand.

Investing in wetlands
The Cowan Foundation helps fund important restoration work in Oxford County

A common voice
New coalition of somewhat unlikely partners is moving the dial forward on wetland conservation in Ontario

Get hooked and catch some family fun at the 30th annual Peterborough Greenwing Fishing Derby, April 29, 2017
Did you know more Canadians fish than those who play golf and hockey combined? That’s 25% of Canada’s population who enjoy recreational fishing. And why not? It’s an activity that anglers of all ages can participate in. But it’s also an activity that becomes extra special when family and friends…

A volunteer’s story
St. Thomas volunteer brings a lifetime of experience to DUC’s Industry and Government Relations team

From marshes and bogs to the Big Smoke
How conservation helps cities like Toronto enjoy clean, healthy water.

Recognizing potential
One man's decision to transform a neglected property near London, Ont., into a thriving wetland.

Community co-operation at Cooper Marsh
Perseverance, passion and partnerships pay-off at prized Ontario wetland.

Hands-on conservation for the County of Brant
Ontario's Patti Ronald is leading her community to conservation with nest boxes, wetland programs and volunteerism

Aiming high for conservation
Find out how this husband-and-wife hunting duo found the opportunity to make a living doing what they love, and the means to give back

Out of the concrete jungle and into nature
Hands-on learning in Toronto’s natural oasis connects urban students with wetlands and environmental stewardship

An up-close look at wetland success
Volunteers learn about vegetation and wildlife during the drawdown of Oshawa Second Marsh

Misty mornings with Trevor Tennant
DUC’s 2016 MBNA-sponsored Artist of the Year selected for his painting, Shoreline Retreat.

Ducks return to Carp River wetlands
It's been less than two years since DUC restored four wetlands on Ottawa's Carp River - and the ponds are already attracting return visitors.

Working to eradicate the European water chestnut
DUC needs your help to spot the invasive plant

Family ties
An extra special wetland field trip for a nine-year-old boy and his grandparents

Second Marsh makeover
Oshawa community will have a front row seat as Mother Nature gets a helping hand

DUC’s lead policy influencer talks about work as a lobbyist
By informing decision-makers, Jim Brennan helps safeguard wetlands.