Toxic Algae Bloom in the St. Lawrence Estuary: Experts' Findings A backgrounder on the findings of the group of experts regarding the "red tide" is now available on the Internet site of Fisheries and Oceans Canada. The backgrounder includes a section on the recommendations of Health Canada and the CFIA regarding the eating of fish and molluscs. http://www.dfo-mpo.gc.ca/media/back-fiche/2008/algae-algues-eng.htm
Availability of hunting permits. Find out season dates and bag limits for migratory bird hunting in 2008-2009. Partners in Flight–Canada launches National Action Needs for Canadian Landbird Conservation.	Loons - Photo by CWS
Avian Influenza This site provides an overview of avian influenza in wild birds in Canada, the role of the Canadian Wildlife Service in providing leadership in wildlife issues of national concern, and precautions to take when handling birds, plus links and FAQs for more information.

We are Canada's national wildlife agency and we handle wildlife matters that are the responsibility of the federal government. This includes the protection and management of migratory birds and nationally important wildlife habitat, endangered species, research on nationally important wildlife issues, control of international trade in endangered species, and international treaties.

Wildlife management in Canada is shared by the federal and the provincial / territorial governments. To find out more about the division of responsibilities, please see "Who does what" on our Frequently Asked Questions web page.

For more information about us you may consult Focus on the Canadian Wildlife Service and Canadian Wildlife Service Strategic Plan 2000.

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