Branching out Sustainable biodiversity in Canada Science: View QuickTime movie (streaming large file, may take a moment to start) Conservation: View QuickTime movie (streaming large file, may take a moment to start) Community Ecology: View QuickTime movie (streaming large file, may take a moment to start) Shades of Green: View QuickTime movie (streaming large file, may take a moment to start) About Science and Conservation By following the Gardens’ mandate, lands management goal and policy objectives, the science and conservation department is dedicated to the stewardship of our ecologically sensitive natural lands. Nature Sanctuaries and Trails Learn about the natural diversity of Cootes Paradise, Hendrie Valley, and the Escarpment Properties and how you and your family can explore them on over 30 kilometres of walking trails. Conservation and Biodiversity  Several projects are underway to help restore the once biologically rich aquatic habitats of our nature sanctuaries including Project Paradise, one of North America’s largest wetland restoration projects. Download a fact sheet and learn more about our restoration efforts.  They’re big, bald and back! Bald eagles update ... Research Find out about the scope of our research endeavours that include the study of fish, plants and wildlife, the importance of taxonomy and systematics, and the International Lilac Registrar. Information Resources Information resources and research facilities are an important part of the Gardens’ Research and Natural Lands Department. Find out more about the Gardens’ Library, Herbarium and Geographic Information System. Related Sites Important science and conservation related Web sites. Back To Top Science contacts Ask our science staff a question about the science and conservation program. Science fact sheets Download a fact sheet and learn about our restoration projects. The Fishway Find out how we keep carp out of Cootes Paradise and how you can see native fish up close. Project Paradise Learn about the one of the largest habitat restoration projects in North America. Directions Click here to see how easy we are to find. Local weather Find out the local forecast before you head out!
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