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The Nature Conservancy of Canada is pleased to deliver the Weston Family Prairie Grasslands Initiative – Stewardship Investment Program, a multi-year collaboration to celebrate, steward and protect one of Canada’s most ecologically valuable and threatened ecosystems: native prairie grasslands.

The Stewardship Investment Program will provide grants to landowners and managers of native grasslands to implement projects that improve biodiversity and sustainability. Grants include many different projects, such as building wildlife-friendly fences, installing remote water systems, conducting range health assessments, species surveys and invasive weed control. Check out the … Continue

Prairie grasslands are more than just one of the world’s most endangered ecosystems – they’re vital to our health and well-being.

These are not just habitats; they are vibrant places that sustain life and bring joy to those who experience them. From the wind that sweeps through these grasses to the creatures that call it home, it is up to us to work together so that future generations can experience the awe and wonder of grasslands.

Music credit to the Matt Foster Band (@trulymattfoster)

Song: From A Poplar … Continue

Did you know that prescribed fires are a great way to restore and maintain resilient grassland ecosystems? This ensures that biodiversity and habitat health are maintained while mitigating the impacts of climate change. For species that need healthy prairies, such as pollinators, Sharp-Tailed Grouse and Elk, prescribed fire can restore the open spaces they need to thrive.

This footage was collected in May 2024 at the Tall Grass Prairie and Aspen Parkland Prescribed Fire Training Exchange (TREX) in Stuartburn, Manitoba, hosted by NCC in partnership with the Canadian … Continue