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The restoration of drained wetland habitat led to increased habitat, saved crops and a more profitable farm.
Restoration project to conserve ecologically-significant wetlands and build spawning sites for turtles.
A rehabilitated wetland and mud flat which provides important breeding and migratory ground for birds.
Restoration of a wildlife sanctuary and National Historic site, including the installation of a carp-exclusion fishway, replanting of native species, and other initiatives to improve water quality within the marsh.
Rehabilitation of an abandoned quarry site to create a fen – the rarest form of wetland in Ontario – and created important habitat for flora and fauna.
Nine hectares of new coastal marsh were created to provide more wetland habitat near the city of Toronto. Cell 2 at Tommy Thompson Park is a 9.5 hectare wetland. Habitat features include deep pockets for…
This wetland enhancement project improved water quality, increased biodiversity and provided important wetland habitat in the headwaters of Black Rapids Creek.
Charlottenburgh Marsh was restored through the protection of natural habitat and the removal of invasive species. It supports abundant wildlife, including 130 bird species.
The Delaware Wetland was restored forty years ago, and today it is thriving with birds (some of which are species at risk) and other wildlife. Recent improvements have updated water control structures and lowered the…
Coastal wetland habitat on Lake Erie was restored and now provides shelter annually to thousands of migrating birds and endangered species, including Blanding’s turtles.
Three wetlands for amphibians were created to offset the impact on several permanent and ephemeral wetlands from construction for the 2010 Winter Olympics.
The restoration of drained wetland habitat on a cattle ranch improved the cattle’s access to fresh water and forage.