Burrowing owls boosted at CFB Suffield wildlife area
Eight burrowing owls were released this spring into the CFB Suffield National Wildlife Area as part of a head-start program to bolster Canada's endangered burrowing owl population. Officials from Calgary Zoo and Environment Canada point to habitat quality and migration issues as causes of decline, with potential regional expansion including Alberta Saskatchewan and beyond.
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Stars of Alberta Volunteer Awards Seek Nominations
Alberta invites nominations for the Stars of Alberta Volunteer Awards with a Sept 21 deadline. Six awards will be given in youth adult and senior categories at a Dec 5 ceremony for International Volunteer Day. Since 2000, 115 volunteers have been honored in the program.
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