EDMONTON, AB, Sep. 25, 2025 (CNW Group via COMTEX) --
Five communities across Alberta will see enhancements to natural infrastructure, such as water system improvements and ecological restoration, after an investment of more than $1.3 million from the federal government.
In Edmonton, project funding will support educational and conservation initiatives of the Edmonton Valley Zoo by establishing native Aspen Parkland grasses lost to the site over 100 year ago, Boreal shrub and tree plantings for the benefit of native animals in the Zoo's care, and the restoration of one of the City's first green roofs.
Funding in Calgary will transform 2.1 acres of the Rocky Ridge Royal Oak Community Association park by replacing turf with an urban forest and performing site grading for stormwater retention and diversion.
Additional projects for Grande Prairie, Nanton, and à?cole Le Ruisseau in Brooks will create natural, community gathering spaces. Park features will vary but include play structures, walkways, seating areas, insect gardens, natural irrigation and drainage systems, and revegetation. Â
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"Investments in natural infrastructure are key to creating and improving green community gathering spaces. The projects that we are announcing today will provide Albertans with more opportunities to enjoy the outdoors while protecting, restoring, and using natural assets."
Corey Hogan, Member of Parliament for Calgary Confederation
"One of the Edmonton Valley Zoo's conservation goals is to implement green practices in all it does and reduce its own environmental footprint. This funding will help us support the Zoo in implementing and showcasing resilient green practices for climate mitigation, carbon sequestration, and biodiversity benefits while also helping to educate visitors about plants and wildlife habitats that some of the native animals in our care rely on."
Tammy Wiebe, Executive Director of the Valley Zoo Development Society
"The Rocky Ridge Royal Oak Community Association is very happy to be the recipient of these funds towards our park naturalization project. This represents a significant investment for RRROCA and the community that will help us advance our priority of creating welcoming and resilient greenspaces within the community."
Jason Kellock, President of the Rocky Ridge Royal Oak Community AssociationÂ
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Natural Infrastructure Fundhttps://housing-infrastructure.canada.ca/nif-fin/index-eng.htmlÂ
Strengthened Climate Planhttps://www.canada.ca/en/services/environment/weather/climatechange/climate-plan/climate-plan-overview.htmlÂ
Housing and Infrastructure Project Maphttps://housing-infrastructure.canada.ca/gmap-gcarte/index-eng.html
Building a Green Prairie Economy Acthttps://laws.justice.gc.ca/eng/acts/B-9.88/page-1.html
Building a Green Prairie Economyhttps://www.canada.ca/en/prairies-economic-development/programs/green-prairie-economy.html
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