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Wetlands Alberta

Engaging Albertans to conserve and protect wetlands

DID YOU KNOW?

Alberta’s was one of the first governments to formally identify wetlands as an important part of the larger environment.

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Stewardship

Wetland stewardship can include elements of wetland protection, on the ground action, and/or wetland education. Wetland stewardship is something everyone can take part in, either on their own or together with a larger organization. There are a number of groups and agencies doing stewardship work in these areas.

Wetlands are wonderful places and need to be conserved now and for future generations. Here are just a few suggestions for things you can do to protect this valued resource. Learn more about wetland conservation and the resources available to help.

What can I do to help?

  • Visit a local wetland to understand more about how it functions, its diversity and how you can help protect or enhance them. Check out our Visit a Wetland feature to find a wetland near you.
  • Participate in the Alberta Amphibian Monitoring Program.
  • Take part in Alberta Water Quality Awareness Day. Visit www.awqa.ca for more information.
  • Get involved with a local Watershed Stewardship Group or group that manages a recognized wetland. Check out the Alberta Stewardship Network to learn more.

If you have a wetland on your property

  • Maintain natural water levels. Do not drain or fill in wetlands. Any activity that could impact a wetland is subject to authorization under the Alberta Water Act.
  • Maintain healthy areas of vegetation around your wetland.
  • Fence wetlands and provide alternative water sources for livestock.
  • Prevent excess nutrients and chemicals from entering wetlands including wastewater from domestic, industrial and livestock use.