Restoration action dashboard: Ontario and Prairie Region

DFO acknowledges that we work and live on the ancestral, traditional, and contemporary lands and waters of Indigenous Nations across Ontario, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, and Alberta. Indigenous Peoples are the original caretakers and knowledge keepers of these lands and waters, including the world’s largest freshwater system. We recognize their contributions to stewardship, governance, and environmental knowledge. All aspects of the environment are connected, and by working toward shared restoration goals, we can address the growing challenges of habitat loss and degradation.

The restoration actions depicted have been assembled from multiple sources and have not received regulatory approvals from DFO or other federal or provincial authorities. Discussions with DFO and, if applicable, other relevant authorities are advised to determine their applicability to specific regulatory instruments, such as offsetting or habitat banking. These actions are not shovel-ready projects and will likely require feasibility assessments—including Indigenous engagement, property access, socio-economic and climate resiliency considerations —along with planning, permitting, and design before implementation. Additionally, the restoration actions that appear are not an exhaustive list of all opportunities in the region.

This mapping tool is for general guidance only. Due to the nature of dynamic systems and the resolution/accuracy of these data sets, restoration action sites as displayed on the mapping tool may not align exactly with natural watercourses or restoration locations. If discrepancies occur, refer to the location details in the associated information box. For more information or if you would like to add additional restoration action sites to the dashboard please contact DFO.OPIP-PIOP.MPO@dfo-mpo.gc.ca.