Freshwater Conservation Canada
Created in 1972 as Trout Unlimited Canada and rebranded in 2024. FCC is dedicated to safeguarding the rich biodiversity of Canada’ s freshwater ecosystems. Volunteer-driven and science-based, its mandate is to“ conserve, protect and restore Canada’ s freshwater ecosystems and their coldwater resources for present and future generations.”
Nature Alberta
A non-profit organization dedicated to increasing nature appreciation and conservation in Alberta. Through a variety of outreach programs, they encourage Albertans to learn about, experience, and protect nature. They also oversee the Alberta Nature Network, composed of more than forty-five nature clubs across the province. They publish the excellent Nature Alberta Magazine.
Nature Conservancy of Canada
A national organization dedicated to preserving natural habitats and biological integrity. It works to conserve natural areas of ecological significance, outstanding beauty, and educational interest, and has been working in Alberta since 1970. I was privileged to have represented the GOA on their Board of Directors for several years.
Duane Radford is heartened by the organizations that operate in Alberta to conserve valued landscapes, fisheries, and wildlife resources. Duane says,“ These organizations and their members are my conservation heroes, and I salute them, one and all.”
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