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Parks Canada Extends Seasonal Backcountry Closures in Jasper National Park

Oct 19th, 2021
Organization
Parks Canada Agency
Caribou on snowy landscape

In Jasper National Park, caribou and their habitat are protected under Canada’s National Parks Act and Species at Risk Act. Seasonal closures and access restrictions are just one way that Parks Canada is protecting caribou.

Adding to year-round conservation measures and habitat protection, seasonal closures in the Tonquin, Brazeau, and À La Pêche caribou ranges of Jasper National Park protect almost 3000 km2 of winter habitat for caribou. No access to these backcountry areas is permitted between November 1 and May 15.

Full text of this news release can be accessed here: https://www.pc.gc.ca/en/pn-np/ab/jasper/nature/conservation/mesuresap-bcactions

*This news piece is being shared by the National Boreal Caribou Knowledge Consortium as the subject matter discussed pertains to caribou and may be of interest to our audience. 

Portal(s):
Boreal Caribou

Guidebook Release: The Alberta Wetland Classification System Field Guide

Aug 31st, 2021
Organization
Ducks Unlimited Canada (DUC)
Contact
Leanne Mingo
AWFG Flyer

With funding and support from Alberta Innovates’ Water Innovation Program, Alberta North American Waterfowl Management Plan Partnership and Prairie Habitat Joint Venture, Ducks Unlimited Canada have released a new wetland identification and classification field guide in alignment with the Alberta Wetland Classification System (2015). 

The Alberta Wetland Classification System Field Guide is intended for anyone interested in identifying and classifying wetlands in Alberta, from industry and government practitioners to landowners, Indigenous communities and more. With over 250 images and illustrations of wetlands and common wetland plant species, users will be able to approach wetland classification with ease. 

Learn more and download your free copy of the guide or purchase a hard copy here. 

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Portal(s):
Wetland Knowledge

Government of Canada making additional investments to support the recovery of woodland caribou in Jasper National Park

Aug 16th, 2021
Organization
Government of Canada
Parks Canada Agency
Canadian flag with the text "Government of Canada" and "Gouvernement du Canada" appears on the left-hand side, followed by the Parks Canada logo on the right-hand side, which consists of a beaver and the text "Canada"

News release

Jasper National Park, Alberta | Parks Canada Agency

The Government of Canada is committed to protecting biodiversity conservation and undertakes important initiatives to assist species at risk recovery and ensure that these species remain an important part of our shared natural and cultural heritage. 

Today, the Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Environment and Climate Change and Minister responsible for Parks Canada, announced plans to move forward on new and additional measures to support woodland caribou recovery in Jasper National Park. Budget 2021 has made over $24 million available through the Nature Legacy program for caribou conservation initiatives in the park.

Parks Canada wildlife specialists have been working for many years to protect habitat and support the recovery of woodland caribou herds in Jasper National Park. These specialists have collaborated with experts from universities, provincial governments, and conservation groups to explore additional measures that can help to support woodland caribou recovery. One of these is a proposal for a conservation breeding program to help rebuild caribou populations as part of the broader Multi-Species Action Plan for Jasper National Park.

Full text of this news release can be accessed here: Government of Canada making additional investments to support the recovery of woodland caribou in Jasper National Park - Canada.ca

 

Portal(s):
Boreal Caribou

Your Forest Podcast - All About Ducks Unlimited Canada's National Boreal Program

Apr 7th, 2020
Organization
Ducks Unlimited Canada (DUC)
Wetland

The host of Your Forest Podcast Matthew Kristoff, invited Ducks Unlimited Canada’s National Boreal Program on January 13, 2020 in Edmonton to discuss everything there is to know about wetlands, the boreal forest, and our program. Kevin Smith, manager of the National Boreal Program and Michael Merchant, remote sensing specialist were the two individuals representing the program that appeared on the podcast.

There, in a cozy room with a space heater contrasting nicely with the days low of -28˚C, a 90 min episode was recorded on everything you need to know from the early conception of DUC, to why the National Boreal Program exists, partners in conservation, how to tackle modern-day challenges threatening wetlands and much more. Currently the most comprehensive resource out there that tells you everything our program stands for, in 90 minutes. Now get bogged down and find out why DUC is a leader in wetland conservation.

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Portal(s):
Wetland Knowledge

Ducks Unlimited Canada National Boreal Program

The National Boreal Program of Ducks Unlimited Canada (DUC) has over 20 years of experience working with governments, Indigenous Peoples, and industry to develop comprehensive, science-based solutions to conservation challenges relating to boreal wetlands. We support protected areas, sustainable land use and wetland policy.

Today, the environmentally rich boreal region is changing. DUC's Boreal Program supports conservation efforts that address the growing impacts of climate change and development. We are committed to ensuring a balanced and sustainable future. The Boreal Program's approach recognizes the need to manage natural resources to achieve long-term environmental, social and economic goals for all who manage and live and work in the boreal.

Website:
https://boreal.ducks.ca/
Email:
boreal@ducks.ca
Organization:
Ducks Unlimited Canada (DUC)