The Zoo de Granby and the Nature Conservancy of Canada join forces to protect Quebec’s biodiversity

Showcasing Zoo de Granby’s expertise

This strategic partnership will strengthen on-the-ground conservation efforts across the province. Zoo de Granby’s specialized teams will conduct wildlife monitoring in various natural environments, support the enhancement of sites protected by NCC, and provide training in specialized areas such as the management and conservation of chiropterans (bats). They will also work on the recovery of the loggerhead shrike in the Outaouais region, the restoration of peatlands in Venise-en-Québec, and on public awareness and education initiatives at Île-aux-Grues in the Bas-Saint-Laurent.

“I am very proud that the Government of Quebec is investing in the protection of our province’s biodiversity in collaboration with Zoo de Granby and the Nature Conservancy of Canada. This investment will, among other things, allow us to develop training programs and educational activities that bring Quebecers closer to nature, while contributing to our conservation objectives for 2030,” said Mr. Bernard Drainville, Minister of the Environment, the Fight Against Climate Change, Wildlife and Parks, Minister responsible for the Maritime Strategy, and Minister responsible for the Chaudière-Appalaches region.

“By combining our expertise and resources, we can act more effectively to secure a future for the wildlife and habitats that define our landscapes,” said Patrick Paré, Director of Conservation and Research at Zoo de Granby. “This partnership perfectly illustrates what we can achieve when we work hand in hand for nature.”

Zoo de Granby is proud to share its scientific knowledge and expertise beyond the boundaries of its facilities. “Our conservation teams possess unique expertise, developed both in the field and through our research programs. Thanks to this collaboration with NCC, we have an opportunity to make a tangible contribution to the protection of habitats and species across Quebec,” added Mr. Paré.

A strategic partnership serving conservation

The collaboration between Zoo de Granby and the Nature Conservancy of Canada is not new; for more than twenty years, the two organizations have worked together on the recovery of the spiny softshell turtle, a threatened species in Quebec. “Together, we have led projects that have helped preserve sensitive habitats and support the survival of species at risk such as turtles, salamanders, and bats,” said Claire Ducharme, Vice-President of NCC in Quebec. “With this new agreement, we reaffirm our shared commitment to protecting and celebrating nature throughout Quebec.”

By combining NCC’s scientific expertise with Zoo de Granby’s specialized knowledge, this four-year partnership becomes a powerful lever for nature conservation in Quebec—particularly for vulnerable species. Together, the two organizations aim to mobilize communities and inspire a collective movement for biodiversity.

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About Zoo de Granby and Mission Faune

In addition to being one of Quebec’s must-see attractions, Zoo de Granby is a non-profit organization whose mission is Acting to Preserve the Animal World. Since 1953, the Zoo has contributed to conservation through public education, field-based conservation actions, and the funding of scientific research programs.
Whether for local or international wildlife, the Zoo de Granby’s Mission Faune initiative seeks to accelerate the implementation of concrete actions to protect biodiversity. It is a call to action and change—today and for generations to come. www.zoodegranby.com

About the Nature Conservancy of Canada

The Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC) is the country’s leading national land conservation organization. Through the permanent protection of vast natural areas, NCC provides solutions to the dual crises of rapid biodiversity loss and climate change. A trusted partner, NCC works with individuals, communities, businesses, and governments to protect and care for Canada’s most important natural areas. Since 1962, NCC has helped conserve and restore more than 15 million hectares across the country. In Quebec alone, over 55,000 hectares of natural areas have been protected. With nature, we create a prosperous world. conservationdelanature.ca

About the Government of Quebec’s Accélérer la conservation dans le sud du Québec (ACSQ) project

The Accélérer la conservation dans le sud du Québec (ACSQ) project is a co-funding agreement between the gouvernement du Québec and the Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC), benefiting Quebec conservation organizations. The project aims to protect and conserve natural habitats of ecological interest, notably through the acquisition of private land, for protected and conserved areas and the establishment of ecological corridors. Through this, the ACSQ will promote the development and sound management of the network of
protected areas on private land, as well as public access to nature. The funds invested by the gouvernement du Québec over five years must be matched by NCC and its partners with other funds not provided by the gouvernement du Québec.

Media contacts

Julie Hébert
Biologist – Content Specialist and Spokesperson, Zoo de Granby
579-488-2169
jhebert@zoodegranby.com

Ania Wurster
Communications and Marketing Officer, Nature Conservancy of Canada
514-415-4124
ania.wurster@conservationdelanature.ca