Ducks Unlimited Canada (DUC) has secured two salt marshes along Nova Scotia’s South Shore, enhancing coastal protection and wildlife habitat. The Melbourne Lake and McLean’s Lake Road salt marshes, located near significant conservation areas, contribute to the province’s efforts to preserve its shrinking coastal wetlands.

Nova Scotia has lost 60 percent of its salt marshes to development, making conservation efforts increasingly vital. These wetlands provide essential habitat for migratory birds and act as natural buffers against storm surges and sea-level rise.

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The Cole’s Note: Wetland Information Matters

You shared that access to reliable wetland data is highly valued and important to the work you do. Whether for land-use planning, academic research, or tracking environmental changes, you told us there is a growing demand for robust wetland information. You’re looking for data spanning abiotic, biotic, and geospatial wetland parameters, along with accessible information and reporting products.

“Thank you for sharing your wetland information needs with us. Your enthusiasm for wetlands and wanting to know more about them is appreciated! The survey feedback will help guide the reshaping of the wetland component of the Ecosystem Health Program, refine our data products, and enhance how we report on Alberta’s wetlands.”

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