Category: Digest

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In the wild, lichen is a vital winter food source for caribou when other foods are scarce. Lichen is a slowgrowing organism made up of a fungus and an alga.

Reindeer lichens grow in large patches on the ground across Canada’s tundra, forests and mountains. So, no surprise this is where you will find caribou!

In Parks Canada’s Caribou Conservation Breeding Centre, lichen is essential for supplementing pellet food with more natural forage. Lichen will be an ongoing need at the Caribou Conservation Breeding Centre, but collecting lichen is not something

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Did you know that seven species of bats inhabit Forillon National Park?

Four of them live here year-round, while three migrate south for the winter. Sadly, except for the big brown bat, all are listed as species at risk and are considered endangered.

These small mammals are valuable allies for ecosystems. Learn to recognize them, explore their unique habitats, understand the threats they face, and see the efforts Parks Canada is making to protect them.

Find out how you can contribute to their recovery by raising awareness and sharing this video

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In the heart of the Northwest Territories lies Thaıdene Nëné–“The Land of the Ancestors” in Dënesųłıné Yatı–an Indigenous protected area where caring for nature is deeply connected to Indigenous culture, knowledge, and stewardship.

This unique place brings together a national park reserve, a territorial protected area, and a wildlife conservation area. The management is shared by Indigenous and Crown governments, reflecting a shared commitment to conservation rooted in respect, relationship, and reciprocity.

Across the country, Indigenous leadership is shaping the future of conservation. This video shows a powerful example of partnership