Conservation 101
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Migratory Bird Sanctuaries 101
Migratory Bird Sanctuaries are areas that occur only in Canada and are managed by the Canadian Wildlife Service. Read more »
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Native gardening 101
By introducing native plants and some strategic design features to your garden, you can provide patches of natural habitat for many species. A well-designed backyard can offer birds and pollinators like butterflies, more living space, feeding opportunities and the safety of cover from predators. Read more »
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Natural corridors 101
Part of a species' ability to adapt to environmental change is the opportunity to move to places that are more suitable. That's where natural corridors come in. Read more »
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Old-growth forests 101
When thinking about healthy forests, it's not often we include dead, dying or diseased trees. But any forest manager will tell you that they're an essential part of a healthy forest ecosystem, and a key characteristic of old-growth. Read more »
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Species at Risk 101
Species at risk are plants and animals that are in danger of disappearing from the wild. Read more »
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Wetlands 101
Wetlands are unique ecosystems where terrestrial and aquatic habitats meet. They are formed when water is trapped through poor drainage, occasional flooding or coastal barriers, such as sandbars. Read more »
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What is a polynya?
A polynya, pronounced “pol-en-ya,” is a large area of open water surrounded on all sides by sea ice. Simply put, it’s a big hole in sea ice — but its purpose and how it comes to be is much more complex than its appearance suggests. Read more »
