NCC: Muskox - Nature Conservancy of Canada
WEBThe Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC) works across Canada, including the Arctic region. Here, NCC supports conservation through collaborative efforts with Indigenous communities and governments. The Arctic is crucial to countless species of wildlife, one of which is the muskox. For thousands of years, muskox have lived in Canada’s coldest ...
NCC: Nature Conservancy of Canada
WEBSep 13, 2024 · For any inquiries, please call: 1.877.231.3552. For site-specific inquiries, please consult our contact us page. The Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC) is Canada's leading national land conservation organization. Since 1962, NCC and our partners have helped to conserve 15 million hectares of ecologically significant land nationwide.
NCC: Work With Us - Nature Conservancy of Canada
WEBAt the Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC) we strive to promote equity, diversity and inclusion in the workplace and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.. NCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, we will provide accommodations to applicants with disabilities ...
NCC: Canada thistle - Nature Conservancy of Canada
WEBCanada thistle. Despite its name, this invasive thistle is not from Canada. It is believed to have come from the eastern Mediterranean region and was likely one of the first weeds that early settlers imported to North America. The plant was called “Canada” thistle because early New England residents blamed its emergence on French traders ...
NCC: Who We Are - Nature Conservancy of Canada
WEBWho We Are. The Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC) is Canada's leading national land conservation organization. A private, non-profit organization, we partner with individuals, corporations, foundations, Indigenous communities and other non-profit organizations and governments at all levels to protect our most important natural treasures — the natural areas that sustain Canada’s plants and ...
NCC: Whooping crane - Nature Conservancy of Canada
WEBNCC is conserving areas along the whooping crane’s migratory route through Saskatchewan, specifically in the West Boreal Transition, West Parklands and Upper Qu’Appelle natural areas. Whooping cranes are birds of large stature — their long neck, slender body and long legs put them at about 1.5 metres tall, and, in flight, their wingspan ...
Fighting phragmites — Ontario’s worst invasive species
WEBFighting phragmites — Ontario’s worst invasive species. Helicopter over phragmites, Long Point, ON (Photo by NCC) Phragmites (or common reed) is a non-native, invasive reed from Eurasia, and it is quickly spreading throughout North America. Found mostly in wetlands, this towering plant takes over moist areas, choking out all other life.
NCC: Cougar - Nature Conservancy of Canada
WEBGenerally, cougars are found in mountainous terrain or rocky outcrops, but they may also be present in a wide variety of habitats, including coniferous forests and swamps. They make their homes in caves or crevices in rocks, or other shelters such as in overhanging banks or trees. These majestic cats require significant unbroken stretches of ...
NCC: North American river otter - Nature Conservancy of Canada
WEBThe Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC) continues to protect habitat across Canada where river otters live. One example is NCC’s Cherry Meadows property, near Kimberly, BC. Located in the Rocky Mountain Trench, this area features extensive wetlands — perfect habitat for river otters. This playful mammal is making a splash across Canada.
NCC: Snowy owl - Nature Conservancy of Canada
WEBOne of Canada’s most recognizable owls due to its snowy-white plumage, the aptly named snowy owl is an enduring symbol of Canada’s North. Surprisingly, unlike most other owls, the snowy owl is diurnal (active during the day) rather than nocturnal. This bird of prey is a great judge of distance, which allows it to swoop down and catch its prey.