Grant and Funding Programs Offered by Wildlife Habitat Canada (WHC)

Wildlife Habitat Canada’s mission is to conserve, restore, and enhance wildlife habitat across Canada by directing financial support to effective conservation projects and partnerships. It seeks to sustain healthy populations of migratory birds and other wildlife through habitat work, stewardship, and public engagement.

Wildlife Habitat Canada (WHC) is a Non-profit organization.

Wildlife Habitat Canada (WHC)'s official website is https://whc.org/fr.

Wildlife Habitat Canada: Connecting, Protecting, Together

Who We Are

Wildlife Habitat Canada is a national, non-profit, and charitable conservation organization dedicated to supporting wildlife habitat conservation initiatives across Canada. Our vision is a future where Canadians embrace a conservation ethic, recognizing the critical importance of abundant, rich, and biodiverse wildlife habitats. We aim to foster a deep connection between people and nature, ensuring a legacy of healthy and diverse wildlife for generations to come.

What We Do

Wildlife Habitat Canada supports a broad spectrum of conservation projects across the country. To date, over 1,600 projects have been funded, enhancing and conserving 1.43 million acres of wildlife habitats. With more than $64 million provided in funding, our projects have protected critical ecosystems and countless wildlife species. Our main program areas include:

• Habitat Conservation Stamp Program: Funding habitat conservation projects through the sale of conservation stamps.
• Natural Heritage Conservation Program: Supporting land trusts in acquiring and stewarding ecologically significant lands.
• Community Conservation Action Program: Empowering local communities to engage in hands-on conservation activities.

Featured Projects and Impact

Recent project highlights include:

• Youth for Freshwater Action: Empowered over 360 students in workshops, reduced carbon emissions, and supported outdoor education.
• Peninsula Blanche Coastal Protection: Conserved hundreds of hectares of coastal habitats, sustaining rare wetlands and migratory bird pathways.
• Women in Outdoor Programs: Introduced hundreds of women to outdoor activities, connecting communities with nature.
• Moose Conservation in Nova Scotia: Engaged citizens in data collection and raised awareness about endangered species.
• Wetland Restoration in New Brunswick: Restored over 580 acres of habitats and mobilized volunteers for ecosystem stewardship.

How You Can Help

Wildlife Habitat Canada welcomes support from individuals and organizations passionate about wildlife and ecosystem conservation. You can contribute by:

• Donating: Your donations directly support wildlife habitat conservation efforts across Canada.
• Shopping: Purchase merchandise—the proceeds go toward habitat preservation initiatives.
• Volunteering: Offer your skills and time to help protect Canada’s natural heritage.

Stay Connected

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Contact Us

Location:
247 – 2039 Robertson Road
Ottawa, ON K2H 8R2
Canada
Registered Charity Number: 119298131RR0001 Together, let's connect, protect, and ensure a vibrant future for wildlife habitats in Canada.