| Overall Rating | Silver - expired |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 56.03 |
| Liaison | Karen Oberer |
| Submission Date | Aug. 1, 2012 |
| Executive Letter | Download |
McGill University
OP-T2-20: Wildlife Habitat
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
|---|---|---|
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0.25 / 0.25 |
Kathleen
Ng Environmental Officer Sustainability Office - Campus and Space Planning |
Does the institution have programs in place to protect and/or create wildlife habitat on institution-owned land?:
A brief description of the wildlife habitat program, policy, or practice:
McGill is proud to own three nature conservatories for preservation, research and exploration. The McGill community is encouraged to visit and experience the natural beauty that lies within proximity of downtown Montreal.
Gault Nature Reserve:
The Gault Nature Reserve, situated on Mont St. Hilaire just 32 km from Montreal, protects the largest remaining remnant of the primeval forests of the St. Lawrence River Valley. It is recognized nationally and internationally for its scientific and patrimonial significance. The mountain and its surroundings comprise the first site in Canada to be designated as a Biosphere Reserve under the UNESCO Man and the Biosphere Program.
Molson Nature Reserve:
Donated to McGill University as a nature conservation centre for use in study and research, the Molson Nature Reserve is located 10 minutes from the Macdonald Campus. The 51-hectare parcel of land consists of forest, woodland marshes, swamps and wetland, and provides habitat for wildlife and plant species, some of which are unique to the area.
Morgan Arboretum:
Located on the western tip of the island of Montreal is Canada's largest arboretum. This 245-hectare "enchanted forest," originally assembled by the Morgan family and turned over to McGill University in 1945, has not only served as a unique educational resource, but also provided enjoyment to generations of supporters and visitors.
http://www.mcgill.ca/sustainability/campus-action/grounds/conservatories
In addition to these nature reserves, McGill has replaced balding grass underneath trees on campus, as well as re-landscaped in front of the Faculty of Management and in Tech Square, with native and perennial ground cover plantings that attract wildlife. Moreover, an orchard with fruit bearing trees to attract wildlife was recently planted by Hosmer House. In general, trees and bushes are replanted wherever possible when they must be moved due to construction/renovation projects.
Finally, by the end of 2011, the University also plans to have built a butterfly garden on the MacDonald Campus behind the eco-residences.
The website URL where information about the program, policy, or practice is available:
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