Species at Risk in Canada - 60 seconds

At the beginning of the 20th century, the Canadian beaver was endangered because of the popularity of the hats that used to be made with their fur. Fortunate...

The barn owl. The swift fox. The Newfoundland marten. These are just a few of the species at risk in Canada today because of human activities threatening their habitat. But it's not just wildlife that's at risk. Think about it. Healthy habitats are essential to healthy wildlife and, ultimately, a healthy environment for us humans. The good news is we can all do things to better co-exist with wildlife. It's all about protecting and revitalizing wildlife habitat. For instance, when you're hiking, stay on the trail to avoid disturbing wild plants and animals. When you're shopping, you can help reduce waste by using a cloth bag, or a recycled one. In your community, get involved in wildlife habitat conservation efforts. And that's just a start... because individually and collectively we can all do our part to help species at risk. Find out more at hww.ca