Dear Conservation Colleagues:

We need your help! Environment Canada is considering changes
to the Habitat Conservation Stamp program and Wildlife Habitat
Canada (WHC). A copy of the document can be found at
http://www.cws-scf.ec.gc.ca/legislations/tim-st_con/index_e.cfm.

A copy of our response is available.

Since 1984, we have invested over $52 million in conservation
projects and activities. Of that total, $32 million has come from
the Habitat Conservation Stamp program. We believe the current
system is an effective and efficient means of delivering the Habitat
Conservation Stamp program. The consultation document fails to
make the case that it is not. If you agree with us, we propose the
following actions:

1. Call your MP to voice your support for WHC. Encourage him/her
to contact Environment Minister John Baird. If you have contacts in
the Federal Government, encourage them to contact Minister Baird
as well.

For a list of MPs and contact information please see: http://webinfo.parl.gc.ca/MembersOfParliament/MainMPsComplete
List.aspx?TimePeriod=Current&Language=E

2. Send a letter to Environment Minister John Baird, with a copy to your local MP and WHC at Consultation. Feel free to personalize your letter to reflect your own experience with WHC.

For your reference, a sample letter (aussi disponible en français) is attached.

3. Inform your colleagues, members and networks of this situation and encourage them to contact the Government as well.
Please see our website at www.whc.org or contact us toll free at
1-800-669-7919 Extension 242.

David Brackett
President
Wildlife Habitat Canada