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Preserving wetlands: A vital commitment
World Wetlands Day – February 2 At the heart of Éco-Nature’s mission lies an unwavering commitment to wetland conservation. These precious ecosystems play a crucial role in providing a multitude of ecological functions while harbouring an exceptionally rich biodiversity. Wetlands provide permanent or temporary habitat for a vast array of animal species, some of which are critically endangered. It is here that wildlife finds food, shelter and breeding grounds. As exceptional ecosystems, wetlands and water [...]
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The difference between hibernation and overwintering
Considering that our residents at the Quebec Turtle Rehabilitation Center have already been hibernating for a few days, we’d like to take this opportunity to explain the differences between overwintering and hibernation. First of all, it’s good to know that animals have different ways of preparing for winter. Some change their coat or gain weight, such as the hare, which adopts a white hue, or the red fox, which develops a denser coat. Others choose [...]
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Elves on the local roads
Wearing running shoes to spread joy! Over the past few days, 16 of our valued partners have been visited by our elves, who have been running to deliver our wishes for the New Year. The initiative caused quite a sensation, and a few smiles along the way! The organization’s Executive Director, Anaïs Boutin, and Director of Communications and Marketing, Catherine Angehrn, covered more than 100 km in just 8 outings. Their shared passion for this [...]
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Behind the scenes | Wintering
A little-known aspect of the park is certainly the winterization of the facilities. Discover one of the highlights of the year for the employees of the land development department. Several steps are required to prepare our facilities and grounds for the cold season. Altogether, a dozen employees work at a hectic pace over several weeks to accomplish all these tasks. To make the most of summer, proper winterization is essential! First, the October weather is [...]
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Water sampling – Taking the pulse of our precious watercourses
Éco-Nature launched its annual sampling campaign on July 3 to monitor the health of watercourses on its territory. This year, no fewer than 1,377 water samples will be collected. Running until August 31, the program’s mandate is to collect water samples along the Rivière des Mille Îles and Rivière des Prairies, in order to monitor water quality. Following the training of a water sampling technician for a week prior to the start of this campaign, [...]
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World Turtle Day: Protecting Quebec’s species
Celebrated every May 23 since 1990, World Turtle Day is an opportunity to celebrate the various species of turtle that inhabit every corner of the world. On this day, citizens are invited to learn more about turtles and commit to protecting the species and their habitats. This year, the theme “I love turtles” invites us to discover just how fascinating they are! Populations in decline, near and far Sadly, turtles are in decline worldwide. Quebec [...]
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Milkweed: Far from being a “weed”!
Sometimes mistakenly considered a “weed”, milkweed (Asclepias syriaca) is a plant of many purposes. Not only is it essential to the survival of the monarch butterfly, it could also revolutionize the textile industry and much more! Learn more about this highly beneficial plant and join us in protecting it! Is milkweed a “weed”? Still largely unknown, milkweed is trampled underfoot, mowed, pulled out, etc. In other words, it gets little attention. Yet the natural, biodegradable [...]
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The importance of pollinators
May 20 is World Bee Day, and to mark the occasion we thought it essential to tell you about the importance of pollinators. Pollinators are mainly insects, but they also include birds and mammals, which we would be hard-pressed to do without. In Quebec, nearly 40% of the food on our plates comes from their work. Without pollinators, many of the plants on which we depend could not survive, and we would soon lose access [...]
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Enjoy the last weekend of boat rentals
Enjoy the last weekend of boat rentals As the gentle autumn breeze freshens the temperature, the trees lining the river display their magnificent flamboyant colours. Come and enjoy the last weekend of boat rentals and join the inhabitants of our wonderful oasis of biodiversity on the river to fill up on vitamin D before winter. Discover the relaxing atmosphere and scenery of our two ERRE ecomobility project boat rental sites open [...]
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Four reasons to visit Café de l’Archipel
Four reasons to visit the Café de l’Archipel After a hike along the river or a visit to our museum, a snack is a must. Discover four reasons why Café de l’Archipel is a place not to be missed. Cozy location Located in our Exploration Center, the café is an ideal place to enjoy our delicious products. Take advantage of our sunny terrace or our large, modern, windowed space to admire the [...]
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Grand opening of the Boisbriand Boat Rental Center | ERRE Project
On Friday, June 18, we had the pleasure of gathering in Boisbriand to celebrate the inauguration of the new Boat Rental Center in the Parc de la Rivière-des-Mille-Îles, Parc des Berges sector. We’re grateful to be launching the first phase of this incredible collaboration, with the opening of the first boat rental center of the ERRE project in Boisbriand, an important partner in the promotion and development of our mission [...]
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A memorable visit from the CHUV veterinary medicine team
Last March, we had the pleasure of welcoming the CHUV veterinary medicine team for their third annual visit to assess the overall health of our living collection. The team of dedicated professionals took on the task of evaluating the health of each of our specimens, assessing the conditions under which they are kept and updating care protocols. During this visit, we had the opportunity to develop a plan for Terry Fox, our stump turtle. The [...]
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Three things to do this winter at Parc de la Rivière-des-Mille-Îles
Three things to do this winter at Parc de la Rivière-des-Mille-Îles As a thick carpet of snow shimmers under the sun, laughter echoes between the snowy trees of Parc de la Rivière-des-Mille-Îles. The winter season is well and truly underway, and new adventures await you. Once again this year, we’ve come up with three perfect activities to convince you that winter can be fun. Bundled up in the essential trio of tuque, mittens and scarf, [...]
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Management team | 2020
Éco-Nature is proud to present its new management team. Christine Métayer General Director Annie Morrisseau Assistant General Director Jean Lauzon Director of Development | Co-founder Jean is the heart and soul of Éco-Nature, which he co-founded with Michel Aubé. Nobody will forget their first meeting with this river enthusiast! Jean holds a Certificate in Environment and a Certificate in Ecology from UQAM. An ardent defender of the environment, he first distinguished himself as a founding [...]
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Three corporate activities to enjoy this fall at Parc de la Rivière-des-Mille-Îles
The sunny days of summer will soon give way to the warm autumn colours that will line the shores. Bundled up in your favourite fleece, Parc de la Rivière-des-Mille-Îles is the ideal place to enjoy the autumn breeze in an enchanting setting! Just a stone’s throw from the city, our beautiful oasis offers a host of fun activities for bonding and making memories. So here are a few ideas for perfect teambuilding activities for your [...]
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Discover our “Believe it or not!” exhibition and our ecology lab!
Our wildlife refuge is home to the greatest biodiversity in the metropolitan region and the Laurentians. Rain or shine, we’ve got the perfect activity to enrich your summer with a guided tour of our exhibition and ecology laboratory. The exhibition is the perfect place to discover more about the rich wildlife and history of the exceptional environment of the Rivière des Mille Îles. You’ll also have the chance to visit the ecology laboratory and meet [...]
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Three activities to enjoy this weekend at Parc de la Rivière-des-Mille-Îles
Sunny days are warming up the Rivière des Mille Îles as life slowly returns to its course. The sun is rising earlier, and like us, it’s going down later, which is why we’ve come up with three guided activities perfect for getting away from it all. Morning and evening, our little oasis near the city is ideal for making this weekend a real #Staycation. Guided tour of the exhibition and laboratory A guided [...]
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Relax, learn and have fun!
Spring break is just around the corner… What could be more exciting than indoor and outdoor activities that are as fun as they are educational? You’re not dreaming! Parc de la Rivière-des-Milles-Îles offers a variety of activities to get you away from it all. It’s the perfect opportunity to spend some quality time with family, with friends, or on your own. Every day, between 10:30 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. and 1:30 p.m. and 3:00 p.m., [...]
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Welcome to Pita, the spiny softshell turtle!
Welcome to Pita, the spiny softshell turtle! As some of you may have seen on our social networks, we welcomed a new resident to the ecology laboratory in the Exploration Center of Parc de la Rivière-des-Mille-Îles last week. So, without further ado, here’s a sneak peek at Pita, the spiny softshell turtle. Pita was given to us by the Granby Zoo, which already has a few specimens of this species, [...]
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Have a great holiday season with your family!
With the cold and snow at our doorstep, decorations lighting up every neighbourhood and Christmas carols blaring everywhere, there’s no doubt about it: the holiday season is well and truly upon us! Christmas, New Year’s Day, the festivities in between. We’re all happy to be on vacation, but we have to be careful not to come out more tired than we were, and focus on what’s really important: family, health and happiness! It’s easy to [...]
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2 fun and enriching ways to celebrate Halloween
Oh, how we love autumn! The changing colors of the leaves, the cooler nights and… Halloween! Would you like to introduce your little ones to the mysterious joys of Halloween? Looking for a little something different? To mark the most terrifying holiday of the year, we invite young and not-so-young alike to take part in our two activities and learn more about a variety of subjects. Friday, November 1, 2019: Creatures of the Night This Halloween,
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A wide range of educational and fun activities for school groups all year round!
This time of year, the region is abuzz with excitement as the new school year gets underway! The children at the Parc de la Rivière-des-Mille-Îles day camp were sad to leave us last Friday, but still had smiles on their faces and minds full of memories. Whether they were reuniting with their friends and teachers, starting a new year or beginning their first year of high school, they were all excited to begin the 2019-2020 [...]
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The case of Léo, the snapping turtle
To put this in context… Worldwide, turtle populations are in decline, and Quebec turtles are no exception. Currently, 7 of Quebec’s 8 turtle species are officially designated “at risk” in the province or Canada. The many causes include habitat destruction and degradation, increased mortality along roadsides, excessive egg predation and illegal captivity… To contribute to species recovery, strategies essentially involve protecting, restoring and creating habitats, as well as ensuring the longevity of breeding adults and [...]
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The rental center will be opening soon!
What a pleasure it is to hear the water gently splash against the side of your boat. Did you know that it’s possible to enjoy a moment of serenity in nature, even in an urban setting? Located north of Laval, the Parc de la Rivière des Mille-îles offers you a river immersion, landscapes and encounters with many species you’d never suspect. These beautiful moments are interrupted only by the laughter of friends on the river, [...]
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