Access to practical tools & resources to help Canadians better understand and conserve wetlands.

Wetlands in BC: A Primer for Local Governments

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LINK: http://bcwetlands.ca/tools/wetlands-primer/

Description

Wetlands in BC: A Primer for Local Governments is a companion to the Green Bylaws Toolkit for Conserving Sensitive Ecosystems and Green Infrastructure. The Wetlands Primer provides the rationale as to why wetlands need and are worthy of protection. The Primers discusses the ecosystem services provided by wetlands, and summarizes the status and trends of wetlands ecosystems in BC. The Primer also describes current wetland conservation actions, and legislation being used in BC and beyond to protect wetlands.

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Regions: British Columbia

Submitted by: Jan Kirkby