Have land in Saskatchewan? Start here.

Most of our restoration happens on private land, at no cost to the owner. Field volunteers do the seeding and the counting, and donors buy the seed.

Landowner stewardship

Ben Fournier, Conservation Projects Manager, handles every landowner enquiry.

If you own land in Saskatchewan, we will walk it with you, and if there is prairie or a wetland to bring back, we do the work at no cost to you. Most of our partner land is working farm and ranch land, and it stays that way.

If you have a drained pothole, a section of degraded grassland, or a quarter you're not sure what to do with, send Ben a note.

No-cost site assessment
We walk your land, work out what could come back, and leave you a written report. No obligation to proceed.
Access to stewardship funding
Provincial and federal programs pay landowners for protecting habitat. We fill in the applications with you.
Restoration plan
A species-specific, site-matched plan for grassland seeding or wetland recovery, developed by our field biologists.
Ongoing technical support
We come back every year for at least five years to monitor the site, and that is written into the agreement.
Send us a note about your land

Common questions

Does a conservation easement affect my property ownership?

No. A conservation easement is a voluntary legal agreement registered on title that limits certain uses of the land, typically intensive cultivation or drainage of wetlands. You retain full ownership and can still sell, lease, or pass the land to heirs. The easement stays with the land whoever owns it next.

Can I still farm the rest of my land?

Yes. The easement covers only the parcels named in the agreement. Most of the parcels we work on are surrounded by active farmland.

Is there compensation for participating?

In many cases, yes. Stewardship funding such as the Farm Stewardship Program, and federal programs under Environment and Climate Change Canada, can provide direct payments for habitat stewardship on agricultural land. We help you determine what you qualify for and handle the application paperwork.

What if I'm not ready to commit?

The site assessment is free and does not commit you to anything. Many of our longest partnerships started as one conversation at a field day, years before anything was signed.

How do I get in touch?

Use the landowner form, email landowners@example.com, or call 555-555-5555 and ask for Ben.

Field volunteering

Field days are open to anyone who wants to help directly. No experience is needed for most activities; we train you on site and provide the tools.

Spring seeding days, late May and June

Native grass and wildflower seeding at active restoration sites. Includes hand-seeding, seed-mix preparation, and basic site monitoring. Days run 8 am to 4 pm with lunch provided.

Plant surveys, July

Plant identification transect walks, bird point counts, and pothole monitoring at established sites. Some prior naturalist interest is an asset but not required.

Bring sturdy closed-toe shoes or boots, sun protection, a water bottle, layers for wind, bug repellent, and your own snacks.

Sign up by email and tell us the month you can come.