Canadian Wildlife Habitat Conservation Stamp
Each year, Wildlife Habitat Canada holds a national art competition. The winning entry is used as the design for the Canadian Wildlife Habitat Conservation Stamp. This stamp is also known unofficially as the Canadian Duck Stamp.
The purpose of the stamp is threefold:
- it is required to be affixed to the physical Migratory Game Bird Hunting (MGBH) Permit for it to be valid. For electronic permits purchased online, an image of the stamp is affixed to the PDF version of the permit
- it raises funds for projects to help conserve wildlife and its habitats, particularly migratory birds
- it brings attention to the importance of wildlife and their habitats
Funds raised by the Canadian Wildlife Habitat Conservation Stamp are collected through the sale of the:
- stamps when purchasing MGBH Permits
- stamp collecting products
- fine art products
These funds are transferred to the Canadian Wildlife Habitat Conservation Stamp Initiative program, which is managed by Wildlife Habitat Canada. The funds specifically support projects that include waterfowl, migratory birds, and their habitats. Over the years, more than $65 million has been raised, funding over 1,620 projects across Canada. These projects include habitat conservation, restoration, stewardship initiatives, and educational programs.
Wildlife Habitat Canada is a national non-profit, charitable conservation organization that was established in 1984. Its objectives are to provide funding for wildlife habitat conservation in Canada, to conserve, restore and enhance wildlife habitat, and to foster coordination and leadership in the conservation community.
The 2026 Canadian Wildlife Habitat Conservation Stamp
Long description
Image showing the 2026 Canadian Wildlife Habitat Conservation Stamp. The stamp features a painting of a pair of ducks, a male and a female, in the water. The 2026 stamp is based on the artwork “Evening Reflections – Northern Shoveler”, painted by artist Joseph Koensgen. The stamp costs $8.50. There is a text box below the stamp stating that it is not for postage, but rather a contribution to the conservation of wildlife habitat in Canada.
Products for stamp collectors
Stamp collecting products include:
- souvenir booklet
- artist-signed souvenir booklet
- 16-stamp pane in folder
To purchase any of these products, please contact: Rousseau Collections Stamps and Coins.
Fine art products
Fine art products from the stamp are available through Wildlife Habitat Canada.
The fine art products are:
- limited edition print
- medallion edition print
- executive edition print
To purchase any of these products, please contact: Wildlife Habitat Canada.