North American Waterfowl Management Plan

The North American Waterfowl Management Plan was signed by Canada and the United States in 1986 (Mexico joined in 1994.). It is an action plan to return waterfowl populations to their 1970s levels by conserving wetland and upland habitat. The Plan is a partnership of federal, provincial/state and municipal governments, non-governmental organizations, private companies and individuals. Plan projects are international in scope, but implemented at regional levels. These projects contribute to the protection of habitat and wildlife species across the North American landscape. In Canada, Plan partners have worked to conserve close to 700,000 hectares of wetland, shoreline, grassland and woodland habitat. Organizations participating in the Plan get involved in the planning process of economic and social policies that affect the landscape.

Related Guide Pages:

·         Wildlife

For More Information on the North American Waterfowl Management Plan:

·         Ducks Unlimited.

·         North American Bird Conservation Initiative.

·         North American Waterfowl Management Plan.