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Title:

Trapping of Invasive Wild Boar (Eurasian Wild Hog) in Elk Island National Park and Area

Agreement Number:

GC-1627

Agreement Value:

$94,500.00

Agreement Date:

Feb 23, 2022 - Apr 30, 2022

Description:

This contribution supports Alberta Pork to eradicate or control the Invasive Wild Boar (Eurasian Wild Hog) in Elk Island National Park and Area. Over the last two years, wild boars have become prevalent in Elk Island National Park. Sighting are increasing and evidence of habitat destruction in the Park is becoming obvious. A breeding population is thought to have now established. Under the current trend of increasing sighting and presence, EINP anticipates that this will become a long term problem. Wild boar (Eurasian Wild Hog) are not native to Alberta and, as an invasive pest, damage the environment.

Organization:

Parks Canada

Expected Results:

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

Location:

Edmonton , Alberta, CA T6M 2N3

Reference Number:

154-2021-2022-Q4-00024

Agreement Type:

Contribution

Report Type:

Grants and Contributions

Recipient Type:

Not-for-profit organization or charity

Recipient's Legal Name:

Alberta Pork Producers Development Corporation

Federal Riding Name:

Edmonton Scrathcona

Federal Riding Number:

48019

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.