Wildlife Habitat Canada / Habitat Faunique Canada

Quiet Landscapes,

Powerful Conservation

March is underway, and we are pleased to share the latest updates from Wildlife Habitat Canada. While winter may bring quieter landscapes, powerful conservation work continues across the country.

In this issue, you’ll find highlights from recent reports, details on upcoming events, and ways to stay engaged in protecting wildlife habitat from coast to coast to coast.

We also want to take a moment to thank our generous supporters, your commitment makes this work possible. Whether through donations, partnerships, or participation in our programs, your support continues to have a meaningful impact for wildlife in Canada.
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Thank You for Supporting Wildlife, and Canadian Art

Thank you to everyone who supported our “A Gift for Wildlife. A Gift of Canadian Art.” calendar campaign. Because of your generosity, this year’s campaign raised nearly $6,000 in support of conservation projects across Canada. Your support helps protect and restore vital wildlife habitat, from wetlands and grasslands to forests and shorelines, ensuring these natural spaces remain healthy for future generations.

Every calendar purchased represents more than beautiful Canadian wildlife art, it represents a shared commitment to conservation and the landscapes and species we all care about. We are truly grateful for your continued support and for helping turn art into meaningful action for wildlife across the country.


Coming April 1, 2026
Winning Stamp Reveal

The 2026 Featured Species is the Northern Shoveler.

Follow along on our social media channels for the official reveal of the winning painting and artist on April 1 — we can’t wait to share it with you.

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Join Our Hunters' Community Group on Facebook

The Wildlife Habitat Canada Hunters’ Community is a place for Canadian hunters to connect, share stories from the field, exchange tips and techniques, ask questions, and talk about the issues that matter most.

 

Join the conversation, share your knowledge, and help support conservation through hunting.


Find Us at the Toronto Sportsmen's Show

You can find us at the Toronto Sportsmen’s Show, taking place at the International Centre in Toronto from March 19–22, 2026.

Show hours:
Thursday & Friday: 10:00am – 7:00pm
Saturday: 9:00am – 7:00pm
Sunday: 10:00am – 5:00pm

Stop by our booth #2707 to say hello, meet our team, and connect with our partner Hooké. While you’re there, be sure to enter our raffle for a chance to win some great prizes.

We look forward to seeing you at the show!


NHCP Impact Report

The Natural Heritage Conservation Program (NHCP) 2024–2025 Impact Report highlights the success of a long-standing partnership between the Government of Canada, Nature Conservancy of Canada, Ducks Unlimited Canada, and Wildlife Habitat Canada. Since 2007, the program has conserved over 860,000 hectares of habitat across the country and unlocked more than $1 billion in funding for over 2,200 conservation projects. These efforts are helping protect biodiversity, strengthen climate resilience, and support more than 350 communities across Canada.

Can Nature Benefit Canada's Economy? New Report Says Parks Contribute Billions in Taxes, Wages.

A new report from the Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society (CPAWS) highlights the significant economic benefits of protecting nature in Canada. According to the analysis, conserved and protected areas contributed $10.9 billion to Canada’s GDP and supported approximately 150,000 jobs in 2023–2024, demonstrating that investments in conservation also strengthen local economies. The findings reinforce the growing role that parks and protected areas play in supporting tourism, rural communities, and long-term economic resilience.


BC Conservation Areas Summary Report

A new summary report highlights the continued growth of NGO-secured conservation lands across British Columbia. As of December 31, 2024, total NGO lands secured now stand at 223,433.8 hectares, an increase of 3,781.5 hectares over the previous year. Read the full report to explore the maps, data, and detailed breakdown of conservation progress across the province.


Evaluation of ECCC's Participation in the North American Waterfowl Management Plan and the Ramsar Convention

Canada is home to roughly a quarter of the world’s wetlands, making their conservation a national and global priority. A recent evaluation from Environment and Climate Change Canada examines Canada’s participation in the North American Waterfowl Management Plan and the Ramsar Convention, two key international frameworks guiding wetland conservation efforts.

These partnerships, supported by conservation organizations like Wildlife Habitat Canada and its network of partners, play an important role in protecting critical habitat for waterfowl and other wildlife across the country.


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Make Your Impact Go Further

When you donate to Wildlife Habitat Canada, your support goes further, benefiting wildlife and habitats across the country 

Through our unique grant programs, your donation is distributed to many trusted conservation organizations, each working on the ground to protect, and restore critical wildlife habitats. From wetlands that shelter waterfowl to forests that sustain endangered species, your contribution strengthens real conservation efforts across the Country.

By coming together and supporting collaborative conservation, the impact of your gift is amplified, helping communities, scientists, and conservationists protect Canada’s most vital natural spaces for the future.

This is how we create lasting change:

  • Safeguarding habitats from development
  • Restoring natural ecosystems
  • Protecting endangered species
  • Securing spaces where wildlife can thrive for generations to come

Your support fuels this shared vision. Together, we can ensure Canada’s wildlife and wild places remain a living legacy.

Donate today — because when we work together, we can achieve more.


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