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.
Provincial
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.
At home in the outdoors
Angèle Scott's strong personal connection to wetland conservation coupled with her outstanding volunteer service earned her the title of DUC’s Volunteer of the Year in Nova Scotia.
Volunteer leadership that’s on the mark
Roger Giddings is as down to earth as they come. The sharpshooting, lifelong conservationist from Charlottetown has been volunteering with DUC for 12 years.
All in for conservation
A volunteer from Wabush, a small community in the western tip of Labrador, Luke Parsons believes wetland conservation is more than just a worthy cause—it’s a way of life.
Thirty years and counting: Putting community service and conservation first
Ed Christie is a staple in DUC's Harvey chapter and a well-known, long-serving community volunteer
A nature lover dedicated to conservation
Michel Renaud’s love of wildlife and passion for being outdoors inspired him to volunteer with DUC.
Little goes a long way: B.C. Marshkeeper makes his mark
In recognition of Craig Little’s outstanding volunteer service, leadership and passion for conservation, he was named DUC’s National Volunteer of the Year.
Conservation that’s all in the family
Teamwork, camaraderie and a sense of purpose are the driving force behind Charlene Seabrook's volunteer efforts with DUC.
A 40-year commitment to wetlands, waterfowl and future generations
When it comes to dedicated volunteers, Alberta's Frank Lockhart stands out in a crowd.
DUC analyzing wetlands on farms and ranches for carbon capture
High-tech monitoring towers in Manitoba measuring benefits of nature-based climate solutions.
Ontario News from Ducks Unlimited Canada
Stories and news about our Ontario community
New research from Ducks Unlimited Canada and the University of Saskatchewan demonstrates climate-cooling effects of wetlands
A newly released study demonstrates that wetlands in the Prairie Pothole Region have the potential to cool the surrounding atmosphere by one to three degrees.
Ducks Unlimited Canada releases comprehensive report to guide future restoration efforts in the Fraser River Estuary
Over the past 40 years, more than 100 tidal marsh restoration projects have been constructed in the Fraser River Estuary to mitigate the loss of habitats.
Ducks Unlimited Canada launches a new program for grain growers in Alberta
The new Marginal Areas Program is just one way DUC is partnering with Alberta growers to increase the profitability of their land.
Ducks Unlimited Canada celebrates record year for wetland restoration in Ontario
Local relationships accelerate wetland restoration in Ontario.
DUC Responds to Saskatchewan Budget 2022-2023
The commitments made by the Province in the 2022 budget are a salute to the strength and resilience of the people of Saskatchewan.
Taking action for our eiders
DUC conservation experts note that recent bad news can teach us why continued conservation efforts are so important for common eiders.
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.