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Title:

Population Viability Analysis of Blanding's Turtles in Nova Scotia

Agreement Number:

GC-3195

Agreement Value:

$25,000.00

Agreement Date:

Sep 16, 2025 - Apr 30, 2026

Description:

This contribution supports the Mersey Tobeatic Research Institute (MTRI) in coordinating with Mount Allison University, where a post-doctoral student will update the Population Viability Analysis for Blanding’s Turtles using MTRI’s 20-year community-based dataset to address critical knowledge gaps for the conservation of this Endangered species.

Organization:

Parks Canada

Expected Results:

Canada’s natural heritage is protected for present and future generations

Location:

Caledonia, Nova Scotia, CA B0T 1B0

Reference Number:

154-2025-2026-Q2-00060

Agreement Type:

Contribution

Report Type:

Grants and Contributions

Recipient Business Number:

864101233

Recipient Type:

Not-for-profit organization or charity

Recipient's Legal Name:

Mersey Tobeatic Research Institute

Federal Riding Name:

South Shore—St. Margarets

Federal Riding Number:

12010

Program:

General Class Grants and Contributions Program

Program Purpose:

To assist recipients in conducting activities and delivering projects that will support Parks Canada Agency in fulfilling its mandate.