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Our core activities are to: •Seek and accept donations of land for conservation purposes conservation easement agreements of money, life estates, bequests and other forms of planned giving trade lands that may be sold to raise funds for conservation purposes • Acquire fee-simple interest in strategic sites by purchase of land, easements, or part purchase/gift (split-receipt) • Seek community support as the source of volunteers for board and stewards, and for funds and land Our purpose is to: •conserve, protect and restore natural areas of ecological significance •receive and maintain a fund or funds to secure and manage land and support education and operations •advance environmentally sound stewardship among landowners in the area •increase public understanding of natural areas conservation in the region •encourage and conduct research for conservation and stewardship of natural area systems •develop a strong and effective public image

Western Purple Martin Foundation is currently working on the conservation of western Purple Martins in British Columbia where they are a Species At Risk and are only found around the Strait of Georgia. Much of the western Purple Martin natural nesting habitat was destroyed through land clearing activities and this bird species almost became locally extinct. Only 5 known breeding pairs remained in 1985. Through a successful nest box stewardship and recovery program a large number of caring volunteers have helped increase the BC Purple Martin population to our short-term goal of 800 pairs in 2012. The BC population continues to grow and reached ~950 pairs in 2013. Our long-term goal is to re-introduce BC Purple Martins back into remaining natural nesting habitat in open forest and near freshwater. Together we can build on almost 30 years of success, preserve species diversity and return martins to their natural nesting habitat.

Carolinian Canada is a nonprofit coalition of public and community groups, since 1984, aimed at conserving the wildlife and habitats of Southwestern Ontario's Carolinian Life Zone - a unique ecological region, home to Tulip Trees, Hooded Warblers, Fowler's Toads and other wildlife not found anywhere else in Canada. It is one of the most biologically diverse regions in the country and contains some of the highest numbers of rare and endangered species. This Carolinian forest roughly covers the area from Grand Bend to Toronto south of Highway 401.

This proud name is shared by our nonprofit partnership of the five First Nations of Poplar River, Little Grand Rapids, Pauingassi, Pikangikum and Bloodvein River. Our goal is to safeguard and gain international recognition as one of the world's most important boreal forests.

By donating to the Habitat Conservation Trust Foundation, you are supporting projects that help B.C.'s fish and wildlife population and habitats. Each year, the Foundation provides funding for over a hundred conservation projects, including habitat enhancement and restoration,land acquisitions and environmental education programs. You can choose to direct your donation to one of these program areas, or choose to support the Freshwater Fisheries Society of BC's "Help Kids Go Fish BC" program, designed to create first fishing experiences for B.C. children and their families, expand stocking programs, and increase access to angling in urban and rural areas of B.C.

Greening Sacred Spaces (GSS) is a practical program developed by Faith & the Common Good to assist faith communities in greening. We help people of faith live out their calling to heal our planet and seek a sustainable future. We do this by: 1) equipping faith groups with practical roadmaps for increasing energy efficiency in their sanctuaries; 2) providing resources, networks and financial incentives to help faith groups involve their communities in a wide variety of sustainability initiatives; and 3) engaging faith communities in our interfaith support network devoted to dialogue and action around ecological sustainability.

ECOEQUITABLE takes sewing contracts such as fashion bags, various kinds of promotional bags, theatre costumes, dog clothes, yoga bags, etc. ECOEQUITABLE chooses to ‘Reduce, Reuse, Recycle’ fabrics for ecological reasons; that is why our workshop offers a repair and alterations service and the making of products using recycled fabrics, banners, rice bags and even umbrellas.

The Prairie Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre receives injured and orphaned wildlife throughout the province of Manitoba. We take in all species of birds, reptiles, and small to medium sized mammals.

Creating a Community Commons The Gabriola Commons is a place where sustainability, community and agriculture meet. The Gabriola Commons, located on Gabriola Island, a northern Gulf Island in the Salish Sea, features 26 acres of peaceful rural landscapes. The property includes connecting pathways, open vistas, meditative spaces, vibrant community gardens, learning and meeting spaces for the use and enjoyment of the public. Your donation supports the creation of a unique and distinct “community commons”: land and facilities meeting community needs; engaging and celebrating community participation; providing the community with agricultural, environmental, recreational and social benefits. The Gabriola Commons is a place for everyone.

Responsible for creating the future vision for one of Manitoba’s most prized treasures, Assiniboine Park Conservancy is the not-for-profit organization that is planning to redevelop and manage Assiniboine Park’s operations and ensure its ongoing financial viability. Transformational plans are underway to enhance the green space, create best-in-class facilities, and become a model of conservation – while protecting the park’s cherished character for the benefit of all citizens. Chaired by Hartley Richardson, the board of Assiniboine Park Conservancy is composed of influential leaders, who have a deep sense of responsibility for this community-owned asset. Assiniboine Park Conservancy will rally the help of citizens, government, and the private sector, to raise the capital required to bring this vision into reality.

REEP Green Solutions provides the citizens of Waterloo Region with tools for sustainable resource use, energy conservation and efficiency, and renewable energy applications. Services and programs include: ecoENERGY Evaluations: In-depth evaluation of building envelope, ventilation and heating/cooling systems. Home Assistance Program: Helping eligible homeowners and tenants improve the energy efficiency of their homes free of charge. RAIN Home Visit: Free one-on-one advice from a certified RAIN guide about water issues on your property. ClimateActionWR: Together developing a community climate action plan in Waterloo Region. RAIN: An ecological approach to stormwater management. REEP House for Sustainable Living: Our eco home and education centre at 20 Mill Street, Kitchener. REEP Green Solutions is funded by a combination of local partners, provincial contracts, grants and client fees.

The Oldman Watershed Council, or OWC, is a community-based, not-for-profit that works with everyone to find practical solutions to environmental challenges that impact us all. People depend on a healthy environment but we also need a healthy economy and we have social and cultural needs too. Everything is connected so we must work together to make trade-offs, solve problems, plan for the future and have the quality of life we want right now. It takes time and effort to work collaboratively but OWC is building a new way of managing our water and land where we all do our part, work together and think long term. We believe it's worth the investment.