News Releases
Conservation project expansion marks significant progress in preserving prairie heritage
September 17, 2024A major achievement in grassland conservation is being announced by the Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC). With the support of many donors, the non-profit organization has expanded the Zen-Ridge conservation project by an additional 1,040 hectares of grasslands near the Village of Consul.Read more »
A win for nature in Saskatchewan's Cypress Uplands
July 23, 2024The Cypress Uplands is known for its scenic valleys and coulees and is a popular vacation destination. Efforts to safeguard this natural area are taking a leap forward thanks to the Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC), a non-profit conservation group.Read more »
Promising news for a globally important migratory stopover in Saskatchewan
February 13, 2024Efforts to safeguard grasslands surrounding Chaplin Lake have taken a significant leap forward with the support of the Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC). The non-profit conservation group is announcing the expansion of its Mackie Ranch conservation project, located a few kilometres off the Trans-Canada Highway, between Moose Jaw and Swift Current.Read more »
Exciting news for grasslands near Swift Current, home to remarkable species including Saskatchewan’s provincial bird
September 19, 2023A large piece of grassland in southwestern Saskatchewan is now protected. The Nature Conservancy of Canada’s (NCC’s) Cave Pasture conservation project is located immediately adjacent to the city of Swift Current. It contains 286 hectares of grasslands, wetlands and shoreline habitat. Read more »
Stepping up for nature: colla’beer’ation for conservation
September 6, 2023The Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC) is pleased to announce a colla”beer”ation with Nokomis Craft Ales, a brewery located in the rural community of Nokomis, Saskatchewan, who are pouring out $0.50 per can to support NCC initiatives. Read more »
Mashkode-bizhiki | Plains bison herd successfully re-established to The Key First Nation in Saskatchewan
February 1, 2022Through partnerships with the Government of Canada and Nature Conservancy of Canada, a new plains bison herd has been established, renewing cultural, historical and ecological connections for Indigenous community, ensuring the survival and well-being of this iconic and majestic animal.Read more »
