About EHJV in Ontario

Biological Foundation

Mallard / Ducks Unlimited Canada

Sound science is critical to conservation.
The success of EHJV and of NAWMP depends on a strong biological foundation. The EHJV's many partner organizations have distinct roles to play within the Joint Venture. One major role of the Canadian Wildlife Service is to contribute specific expertise on migratory birds and their habitats. The Canadian Wildlife Service monitors populations of waterfowl and other wetland-dependent species through an extensive survey program, in order to determine population trends and contribute to the knowledge of wetland habitat requirements for these species. This information is useful for all partners in setting habitat conservation priorities and objectives, as well as targeting on-the-ground habitat management activities. The Ontario EHJV's biological foundation is continually strengthened through a systematic process of planning, implementation and evaluation.

Landscape Approach

Wood Duck / Ducks Unlimited Canada

To conserve waterfowl, there must be adequate habitat.
The NAWMP identifies the landscape conditions necessary to sustain waterfowl. Reviewing habitat at the landscape level means that wildlife conservation requirements are balanced with human socio-economic requirements for the best possible outcome. The goal is to promote conditions that sustain and benefit waterfowl and other wetland species, including species at risk of extinction. Since many economic activities affect waterfowl habitat – such as agriculture, forestry, urban development, mining and fishing – EHJV partners attempt to influence planning for economic and social policies that affect the landscape.

Partnerships

Successful conservation depends on strong partnerships.
The NAWMP has pioneered a partnership approach, forging alliances among sectors and communities to achieve sustainable landscape management. Progress has relied on conservation organizations joining forces with various levels of government, private sector, individuals and landowners.

• Read about recent accomplishments in the Canadian Habitat Matters Progress Report 2004 *.

Contacts

You can get involved!

Ask about EHJV activities in Ontario:

• Brigitte Collins
  Tel: (613) 952-2408
  Mail:
  Canadian Wildlife Service
  Environment Canada (Ontario Region)
  Attn: Eastern Habitat Joint Venture (Ontario) Project Officer
  49 Camelot Drive
  Ottawa, ON K1A 0H3
   
• Eva Kennedy
  Tel: (705) 755-5089
  Mail:
  Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources
  Attn: EHJV/Habitat Initiatives Coordinator
  Wildlife Section
  P.O. Box 7000
  300 Water Street
  Peterborough, ON K9J 8M5

For overall EHJV activities in Canada:

• Reg Melanson
  Tel: (506) 364-5036
  Mail:
  Canadian Wildlife Service
  Environment Canada (Atlantic Region)
  Attn: Eastern Habitat Joint Venture Coordinator
  P.O. Box 6227
  17 Waterfowl Lane
  Sackville, NB E4L 1G6