Application for a Migratory Birds Regulations Scientific Permit

As per MBR section 75(2) a Scientific Permit may authorize the permit holder for scientific purposes, including banding, rehabilitation or educational purposes, to capture, kill, injure or harass a migratory bird; destroy, take or disturb an egg; damage destroy, remove or disturb a nest; deposit bait under specific circumstances, exchange, give or have in their possession a migratory bird, egg or nest; and if they are authorized to capture and band migratory bird take birds that are killed as a result of normal banding operations or that are found dead. As per the Migratory Bird Convention Act (MBCA), any reference to a migratory bird includes the bird itself, the sperm, eggs, embryos, tissue cultures and parts of the bird.

Personal information collected as part of the permitting process is protected under the Privacy Act.

Important: Please consult the document “Instruction Sheet: Applying for a Scientific Permit under the Migratory Birds Regulations, 2022” when filling out this application. Certain activities that may not require a MBR Scientific Permit are also outlined in the Instruction Sheet. Complete Part 1, plus any other Part(s) and Annexes related to the activities you are applying to conduct. Incomplete, illegible or unsigned application forms cannot be processed and will be returned.

Part 1. Applicant and general information (Mandatory)

Section 1: Permit request information

1.1 Type of request

[Checkbox] New application

Have you previously held an MBR Scientific Permit in Canada (or a Scientific Banding Permit in the United States)?  

[Checkbox] Yes  
[Checkbox] No

If so, provide the permit number(s):

[Checkbox] Permit renewal

Current Scientific Permit number:

Has an MBR report been submitted for this permit?
[Checkbox] Yes  
[Checkbox] No
[Checkbox] I would like to make modifications to the existing project. This means you wish to continue with the same project parameters you initially applied for but wish to make changes to species, nominees or activities.


[Checkbox] Modification to existing permit
Permit number:

 

1.2  Purpose of permit

I am applying for a MBR Scientific permit for the following purposes:         

Scientific - Banding  – complete Part 3
[Checkbox] Master permit         
[Checkbox] Station permit         
[Checkbox] Sub-permit    

Permit number of master bander or station if you are applying for a sub-permit:

Signature of master bander or station’s responsible individual indicating consent:

[Checkbox] Non-banding scientific - Complete Part 3
[Checkbox] Rehabilitation - Complete Part 4  
[Checkbox] Education – Complete Part 5  

1.3 History

Have you ever been refused a MBR Scientific Permit or had one suspended?
[Checkbox] No
[Checkbox] Yes
If yes, provide the reason:

Have you ever been convicted of an offence under the Migratory Birds Convention Act or the Migratory Birds Regulations?

[Checkbox] No  
[Checkbox] Yes
If yes, please explain the conviction:

Section 2: Applicant information

2.1 Applicant contact information

Given name (first name):
Surname (last name):
Position or title (for example: Director of Research, Bander in Charge (BIC)):
Telephone (day):
Telephone (other):
Work Email:
Fax:
Personal Email:

Mailing address

Street:
City:
Province/Territory:
Postal Code:

2.2 Organization information (if applicable)

Name of organization:
Website of organization:
Mandate or statement of purpose of organization:
Telephone (day):
Fax:
Email:

Mailing address (if different from above)

Street:
City:
Province/Territory:
Postal Code:

2.3 Nominees

Fill out Annex 2– see Instructions to determine if you need to complete this section. Nominees cannot be added to Scientific Banding permits.

[Checkbox] I have filled out Annex 2

Section 3: Completed parts and attached documentation

[Checkbox] Part 2:Project Information
[Checkbox] Resume or CV (or complete section)
[Checkbox] Other:

[Checkbox] Part 3: Application for scientific banding purposes   
[Checkbox] Animal Use Protocol (AUP) and Animal Care Committee (ACC) approval documents
[Checkbox] Other:

[Checkbox] Part 4: Application for non-banding scientific purposes
[Checkbox] Animal Use Protocol (AUP) and Animal Care Committee (ACC) approval documents
[Checkbox] Other:

[Checkbox] Part 5: Application for scientific rehabilitation purposes
[Checkbox]A copy of the veterinarian’s current license
[Checkbox] Facility floor plan and photographs (if written description is not included)
[Checkbox] Evidence of the applicant’s training (transcript, course certificates)
[Checkbox] Additional documentation for location of activities (if applicable)
[Checkbox] Other:

[Checkbox] Part 6: Application for scientific educational purposes
[Checkbox] Animal Use Protocol (AUP) and Animal Care Committee (ACC) approval documents (for live collections only)
[Checkbox]Pedagogical Merit Of Live Animal-Based Teaching And Training (for live collections only)
[Checkbox]Facility photographs and floor plan (if a written description is not included) (if applicable)
[Checkbox] Additional documentation for location of activities (if applicable)
[Checkbox] Other:

Part 2. Project and activity information (mandatory)

Section 1.

1.1 Project title

1.2 Project objectives

Please outline the objectives of the project proposed and the contribution of its results to society’s understanding of migratory birds, ecosystem health or human well-being.  Indicate whether the question in this study has been answered before.

1.3 Project summary

Provide a plain language summary of the project

1.4 Project description

Briefly describe how you will achieve the project’s objectives, with a summary of how birds will be captured, handled, marked, and sampled.

1.5 Project justification

Provide justification for the need to work with migratory birds, and a rationale for the choice of species and sample size, and the sex and age classes to be affected. For live education collections, please indicate why alternative methods are insufficient.

1.6 Applicant qualifications (or resume or CV attached [Checkbox])

Please describe your experience and qualifications in relation to the proposed activities in your application (include technical qualifications, academic qualifications, publication history, field training, internships and trainers or mentors).

1.7 Injuries and mortalities

Use the checkboxes to indicate which of the following services you are able to provide in case of injury to migratory bird:

[Checkbox] Wildlife first aid

[Checkbox] Transport to a permitted rehabilitation center.
Name:
Email:
Location:
Permit number (if known):

[Checkbox] Euthanasia or humane killing
Method:
[Checkbox] Not applicable (for dead migratory birds and specimens)

1.8 Collaborating permittees (for Banding applicants only)

Please provide the names, bird banding permit numbers, and a list of authorizations for each collaborator who will be undertaking project activities without supervision.  Authorizations are listed in Table 1 of the instructions.

Name:
Permit number:
Authorizations:

1.9 Geographic scope

I intend to undertake activities in the following provinces and territories:

[Checkbox] AB
[Checkbox] BC  
[Checkbox] MB  
[Checkbox] NB
[Checkbox] NL
[Checkbox] NS 
[Checkbox] NT 
[Checkbox] NU
[Checkbox] ON
[Checkbox] PE
[Checkbox] QC
[Checkbox] SK
[Checkbox] YT

Please note that you may be asked to provide specific locations for intended activities for which you are submitting an application, as required. You may require additional permits or permissions to undertake activities on any public, private or Indigenous lands.

1.10 Address, UTM, geolocation or proximity to nearest identifiable town or city

Please provide the specific location(s) where the activities will be conducted:

If migratory birds are to be held in captivity, provide the address of the facility where they will be held:

If birds are to be released in a location other than at the point of capture, provide the location of release:

1.11  Project duration (anticipated)

Start date (yyyy/mm/dd):

End date (yyyy/mm/dd):

Part 3. Application for scientific banding purposes

Section 1. Banding experience

1.1 Permit applicant experience

Years or months of banding experience:

Number of birds extracted from mist nets:

Indicate the seasons you have banded in:

[Checkbox] Spring     
[Checkbox] Summer    
[Checkbox] Autumn     
[Checkbox] Winter

I am familiar with and will abide by Canadian Council on Animal Care (CCAC) ethical standards for working with wildlife and migratory birds in science, and the North American Banding Council Banders’ code of ethics.
[Checkbox] Yes               
[Checkbox] No

I have been trained to recognize an improperly applied band and know when, and how to correct it or remove it safely.
[Checkbox] Yes               
[Checkbox] No

I have been trained to recognize signs of stress and minor injuries in a bird, and know how to respond to them.    
[Checkbox] Yes              
[Checkbox] No

I am familiar with the accepted methods of euthanasia and humane killing for birds and am prepared to respond if a bird is accidentally injured during permitted activities and cannot be released or rehabilitated.         
[Checkbox] Yes               
[Checkbox] No

1.2 Animal Use Protocol (AUP) and Animal Care Committee (ACC) approval documents

Are being submitted with the application:

[Checkbox] Yes
(documents attached). ACC approval expiry date:
[Checkbox] To follow. I have applied and will submit documents by:
[Checkbox] Not required

Section 2. Species

Important: If any of the target and/or non-target species are listed as an extirpated, endangered or threatened species at risk on Schedule 1 of the federal Species at Risk Act, Annex 3 of this Application must also be completed.

2.1 Target species

I request authorization to band
Number of species previously banded
Number of individuals previously banded

[Checkbox] Passerines (e.g. songbirds)
[Checkbox] Other landbirds (e.g. doves, woodpeckers, swifts)
[Checkbox] Waterfowl (e.g. swans, geese, ducks)
[Checkbox] Waterbirds (e.g. loons, grebes, cranes, herons, rails)
[Checkbox] Raptors (e.g. eagles, hawks, vultures, owls, falcons)
[Checkbox] Seabirds (e.g. gannets, cormorants, gulls, terns)
[Checkbox]  Shorebirds (e.g. plovers, sandpipers, oystercatchers)
[Checkbox] SARA-listed species; please specify:
[Checkbox] Specific species; please specify:
[Checkbox] Hummingbirds
(if checked, please fill out the two related boxes below)

Please provide information on if you will make the hummingbird bands yourself or if you will get them elsewhere.

If you will make the bands yourself, have you been trained to make hummingbird bands? If so, by whom and when?

2.2 Non-target species

Describe any effects (direct or indirect) your activities would have on non-target species and how these effects will be mitigated.

Section 3. Activities and methods

3.1 Activity description

Describe in detail the activities that will be undertaken (for example: take of specimens from the wild, working in a colony, blood sampling, capture, banding):

3.2 Capture methods and additional authorization requests

Capture methods

[Checkbox] Trap at cavity, burrow, or nest box
[Checkbox] Hand capture
[Checkbox] Mist nets
[Checkbox] Traps
[Checkbox] Pneumatic nets
[Checkbox] Rocket nets
[Checkbox] Cannon nets
[Checkbox] Hand nets
[Checkbox] Whoosh nets
[Checkbox] Underwater or floating gill nets
[Checkbox] Noose carpets, poles and snares
[Checkbox] Audio lures
[Checkbox] Spotlighting
[Checkbox] Other:        

Additional authorizations

[Checkbox] Band chicks at nest site and monitor
[Checkbox] Use federal bands outside Canada
[Checkbox] Band in colonies. Species:  
Band captive birds at release. A regional scientific permit is required for these activities.
[Checkbox] Band rehabilitated birds. Permit number and species or species groups:
[Checkbox] Band captive-bred/raised birds. Permit number and species or species groups:
[Checkbox] Band birds held for experimental purposes. Permit number and species or species groups:
[Checkbox] Deposit bait for the purpose of attracting birds for capture and banding
[Checkbox] Capture using dogs
[Checkbox] Hand held net launcher:
[Checkbox] Capture using drugs
[Checkbox] Mark without banding

Describe your training and competency with the capture methods and/or additional authorizations that you have indicated above (Section 3.2).

3.3  Data management

Describe your experience and competency with data collection, record keeping, and report submission.

Banders are required to submit their data at least once a year using Bandit 4.0. Do you know how to use this program?

[Checkbox] Yes          

[Checkbox] No, but I understand that it is my responsibility to ensure high data quality and to use Bandit 4.0 to submit data to the banding program.   

[Checkbox] Not applicable; I will not be responsible for data entry.

What is your plan for managing additional data collected under your banding permit to make it accessible in the future? Refer to the instructions.

Section 4: Alternatives and mitigation

4.1 Consideration of alternatives

Do alternative methods exist to replace the use of migratory birds, or refine or reduce the numbers needed?  If so, provide a rationale for not adopting alternative methods.

4.2 Mitigation measures and risk management

Please describe the measures you will use to reduce or minimize the potential for injury and disturbance to the migratory birds being studied.

[Checkbox] Capture methods are appropriate for target species
[Checkbox] Displacement of individuals is limited
[Checkbox] Number of persons on-site is limited
[Checkbox] Time spent at nest site or in colony is limited
[Checkbox] Sample size is limited
[Checkbox] Use of invasive methods is limited
[Checkbox] Handling time and/or number of handlers is limited
[Checkbox] Use of highly qualified and experienced persons
[Checkbox] Use of well-established scientific protocols
[Checkbox] First aid is administered swiftly by experienced persons
[Checkbox] Activities are scheduled to avoid disturbance during sensitive periods
[Checkbox] Activities are restricted to days with clement weather
[Checkbox] Site clearing is limited
[Checkbox] Disturbed areas are restored to pre-project conditions
[Checkbox] Disturbance to waterbodies is limited
[Checkbox] Use existing roads and trails for access
[Checkbox] Predator contingency plan is in place
[Checkbox] Species at risk are prioritized during capture and processing
[Checkbox] Euthanasia is swift and humane
[Checkbox] Other:

Section 5: Protected areas

Is the area(s) where your project is to be conducted in a Migratory Bird Sanctuary and/or National Wildlife Area?
[Checkbox] Yes
[Checkbox] No

If yes, provide the name(s) of the protected areas:

If yes, have you applied for a permit to conduct activities in the abovementioned-protected area(s)?
[Checkbox] Yes
[Checkbox] No

For more information about additional permissions or permits that may be required in protected areas, please refer to the our website: Protected areas permits - Canada.ca

Section 6: Intended use of the dead migratory bird at the end of the proposed activity

If not directly disposed of, check all the intended activities that may following the possession of the dead bird (check all that apply):

[Checkbox] Taking specimens or the bird to a permitted taxidermist. Please fill out Annex 4.
[Checkbox] Storing it in a lab for future studies
[Checkbox] Salvaged for the purpose of donating them to a permitted public, scientific or educational institution. Please fill out Annex 4.
[Checkbox] Sent for necropsy. Please fill out Annex 4.
[Checkbox] Used for other purposes. Please specify:

For internal use only

Date Received:
Permits Officer:
Approved [Checkbox]
Refused [Checkbox]
Date:
Biological reviewer:
Approved [Checkbox]
Refused [Checkbox]
Species at risk reviewer:
Approved [Checkbox]
Refused [Checkbox]
Date:

Previous report on file
Yes [Checkbox]
No [Checkbox]
NA [Checkbox]

Documentation missing
Yes [Checkbox]
No [Checkbox]
Comments:

Part 4. Application for non-banding scientific purposes

Section 1: Additional documentation

Animal Use Protocol (AUP) and Animal Care Committee (ACC) approval documents

Are being submitted with the application:
[Checkbox] Yes (documents attached)
[Checkbox] I have applied and will submit documents by an anticipated approval date of (yyyy-mm-dd):
[Checkbox] Not required

Section 2. Species

Important: If any of the target and/or non-target species are listed as an extirpated, endangered or threatened species at risk on Schedule 1 of the federal Species at Risk Act, Annex 4 of this Application must also be completed.

2.1 Target species (indicate the species, age groups, sex and numbers of migratory birds, eggs or nests that will be targeted)

2.2 Non-target species ([Checkbox] N/A)

Describe any effects (direct or indirect) on non-target species and how these effects will be mitigated)

Section 3. Activities and methods

3.1 Applicable activities

Select all applicable activities as listed in section 75(2) of the Migratory Bird Regulations, 2022 for which you are requesting authorization:

[Checkbox] Capture, kill, injure or harass a migratory bird
[Checkbox] Destroy, take or disturb an egg
[Checkbox] Damage, destroy, remove or disturb a nest
[Checkbox] Deposit bait in any place during the period beginning 14 days before the first day of the first open season after July 1 of a calendar year and ending on the last day of the last open season before July 1 of the following year
[Checkbox] Exchange, give or have possession of a migratory bird, egg or nest

3.2 Activity description

Describe in detail the activities (for example: take of specimens from the wild, working in a colony, blood sampling, capture, banding, nest collection, damage, destruction, removal and/or disturbance, handling of eggs if present) that will be undertaken with the bird, nest or egg):

Section 4: Alternatives and mitigation

4.1 Consideration of alternatives
Do alternative methods exist to replace the use of migratory birds, or refine or reduce the numbers needed? If so, provide a rationale for not adopting alternative methods.

4.2 Mitigation measures and risk management
Please describe the measures you will use to reduce or minimize the potential for injury and disturbance to the migratory birds being studied.

[Checkbox] Capture methods are appropriate for target species
[Checkbox] Displacement of individuals is limited
[Checkbox] Number of persons on-site is limited
[Checkbox] Time spent at nest site or in colony is limited
[Checkbox] Sample size is limited
[Checkbox] Use of invasive methods is limited
[Checkbox] Handling time and/or number of handlers is limited
[Checkbox] Use of highly qualified and experienced persons
[Checkbox] Use of well-established scientific protocols
[Checkbox] Wildlife first aid is administered swiftly by experienced persons
[Checkbox] Activities are scheduled to avoid disturbance during sensitive periods
[Checkbox] Activities are restricted to days with clement weather
[Checkbox] Site clearing is limited
[Checkbox] Disturbed areas are restored to pre-project conditions
[Checkbox] Disturbance to waterbodies is limited
[Checkbox] Use existing roads and trails for access
[Checkbox] Predator contingency plan is in place
[Checkbox] Species at risk are prioritized during capture and processing
[Checkbox] Euthanasia is swift and humane
[Checkbox] Other:
[Checkbox] Supporting documentation attached

4.3 Euthanasia of migratory birds or eggs

Give a brief summary on how the captured, injured and harassed migratory bird and/or eggs suffering from incurable and painful injuries will be killed painlessly. Explain how the whole process will be conducted.

Section 5: Protected areas

Is the area(s) where your project is to be conducted in a Migratory Bird Sanctuary and/or National Wildlife Area?   [Checkbox] Yes   [Checkbox] No
If yes, provide the name(s) of the protected areas:                     
If yes, have you applied for a permit to conduct activities in the abovementioned protected area(s)?

[Checkbox] Yes
[Checkbox] No

Section 6: Disposal, disposition, or intended use

6.1 Final disposition or disposal and location
Please check off all that may apply in the eventuality of a bird’s death or release of the bird after the completion of the proposed activities:

[Checkbox] Dispose of in a sanitary manner
[Checkbox] Release back into the wild. Please provide the location:
[Checkbox] Incinerate on site
[Checkbox] Handing over to rehabilitation centre. Please provide name and MBR scientific permit number:
[Checkbox] Other. Please explain:

Location:

[Checkbox] I acknowledge that the final disposition or disposal of live migratory birds and their location will be required in the reporting form associated with any granted permit application.

6.2 Intended use of the migratory bird, eggs and nests at the end of the proposed activity

If not directly disposed of, check all the intended activities that may follow the possession of the dead bird and the location where the activities will take place (check all that apply):

[Checkbox] Taking specimens or the bird to a permitted taxidermist
[Checkbox] Storing it in a lab for future studies
[Checkbox] Salvaged for the purpose of donating them to a permitted public, scientific or educational institution. Please provide the name and address of the institution:
[Checkbox] Sent for necropsy. Please provide the name and address of the institution:
[Checkbox] Used for other purposes. Please specify:

For internal use only

Date Received:
Permits Officer:
Approved [Checkbox]
Refused [Checkbox]
Date:

Biological reviewer:
Approved [Checkbox]
Refused [Checkbox]
Date:

Species at risk reviewer:
Approved [Checkbox]
Refused [Checkbox]
Date:

Previous report on file
Yes [Checkbox]
No [Checkbox]
NA [Checkbox]

Documentation missing
Yes [Checkbox]
No [Checkbox]
Comments:

Part 5. Application for scientific rehabilitation purposes

Section 1: Species

Additional authorization is required to handle federal species at risk. For more information, review Annex 3.

List the species that you intend to rehabilitate (for example: all, or specify songbirds, water birds, seabirds, species at risk), as well as the estimated maximum number of birds that can be admitted:

Section 2: Training

2.1 Hands-on experience

Please explain your experience as it relates to migratory bird rehabilitation.

2.2 Academic qualifications (and attach wildlife rehabilitation course completion certificates or official degree or diploma transcripts as verification)

2.3 Provincial, territorial inspection certificate, rehabilitation license permit number or other applicable certification

([Checkbox] certification, license or permit is attached, If applicable)
[Checkbox] No
[Checkbox] Yes:

2.4 International Wildlife Rehabilitation Council (IWRC) Certified Wildlife Rehabilitator
Applicant:   [Checkbox] Yes   [Checkbox] No
Permanent staff member(s):   [Checkbox] Yes   [Checkbox] No

2.5 Veterinarian (current license(s) attached [Checkbox])
[Checkbox] Applicant
[Checkbox] Permanent staff member(s).
Name(s):
[Checkbox] Other. Name:
License number(s):

Section 3: Activities and facilities

3.1 Applicable activities

[Checkbox] Capture, kill, injure or harass a migratory bird
[Checkbox] Destroy, take or disturb an egg
[Checkbox] Exchange, give or have possession of a migratory bird, egg or nest

3.2 Activity description
Please provide a description of the types of activities that you propose to undertake (for example: rehabilitation of oiled migratory birds, care of injured and/or ill birds, surgical procedures, etc….):

3.3 Facility description (provide a written description or attach a floor plan and photographs)
Note: An inspection of the facility may be required before a permit can be issued.

Section 4: Risk management

4.1 Potential risks

Describe the potential for further injury to the migratory birds, the potential for the spread of disease and how these risks will be addressed:

4.2 Euthanasia methods

In the event of euthanasia of a migratory bird to prevent further suffering, you should be able to identify when euthanasia is needed and be experienced in the euthanasia technique carried out. Provide a description or attach your standard operating procedure (SOP) of the intended euthanasia process that would be conducted.

Section 5: Location

5.1 Service area or scope of response service ([Checkbox] N/A)

Describe the region or area within which migratory birds can be retrieved:

5.2 Protected areas

Is any of your service area(s) in a Migratory Bird Sanctuary or National Wildlife Area?

[Checkbox] Yes
[Checkbox] No
If yes, provide the name(s):
If yes, have you applied for a permit to conduct activities in the abovementioned protected area?
[Checkbox] Yes
[Checkbox] No

Section 6: Disposal, disposition or intended use

6.1 Final disposition of live migratory birds

The final disposition live migratory birds and their location must be considered prior to the activity. Please check off all that may apply in the disposition of a live bird after the completion of the proposed activities:

[Checkbox] Release back into the wild.
[Checkbox] If birds are deemed unsuitable for release, they will be euthanized at the facility.
[Checkbox] Other. Please explain:

[Checkbox] I acknowledge that I must abide by the terms and conditions on any granted permit regarding the final disposition of live migratory birds and their location will be required in the reporting form associated with any granted permit application.

6.2 Final disposal or disposition of dead migratory birds

Indicate the intended disposal or disposition of a dead migratory bird by checking all that apply. If not directly disposed of, describe in detail the intended activities following the death of the bird:

[Checkbox] Disposed of in a sanitary manner
[Checkbox] Taking the bird to a permitted taxidermist. Please fill out Annex 4.
[Checkbox] Storing it in a lab for future studies
[Checkbox] Sent for necropsy. Please fill out Annex 4.
[Checkbox] Used for other purposes. Please specify:

[Checkbox] I acknowledge that the final disposition or disposal of dead migratory birds and their location will be required in the reporting form associated with any granted permit application.

For internal use only

Permits Officer:

Approved [Checkbox]

Refused [Checkbox]

Date:

Biological reviewer:

Approved [Checkbox]

Refused [Checkbox]

Date:

Species at risk reviewer:

Approved [Checkbox]

Refused [Checkbox]

Date:

Previous report on file

Yes [Checkbox]

No [Checkbox]

NA [Checkbox]

Documentation missing

Yes [Checkbox]

No [Checkbox]

Comments:

Part 6. Application for scientific educational purposes

Section 1: Species

Please list the migratory bird species (including nests and eggs) and estimated numbers that you anticipate adding to your collection, as well as from where or from whom you will be collecting them:

Section 2: Experience

2.1 Academic qualifications and courses taken (or see attached resume [Checkbox])

2.2 Member of a museum association ([Checkbox] NA):

[Checkbox] No
[Checkbox] Yes (name of association):

2.3 Accredited Member of Canada’s Accredited Zoos and Aquariums (CAZA)([Checkbox] NA, I am requesting authorizations for dead collections only)

[Checkbox] No [Checkbox] Yes, since (yyyy-mm-dd):

2.4 Animal Use Protocol (AUP) and Animal Care Committee (ACC) approval documents

Are being submitted with the application:

[Checkbox] Yes (documents attached). ACC approval expiry date (yyyy-mm-dd):
[Checkbox] To follow. I have applied and will submit documents by an anticipated approval date of (yyyy-mm-dd):

2.5 Pedagogical Merit Of Live Animal-Based Teaching And Training ([Checkbox] NA, I am requesting authorizations for dead collections only)

Is being submitted with the application:

[Checkbox] Yes (documents attached).
[Checkbox] To follow. I have applied and will submit documents by an anticipated approval date of (yyyy-mm-dd):                      

Section 3: Activities and facilities

3.1 Applicable activities

[Checkbox] Capture, kill, injure or harass a migratory bird
[Checkbox] Destroy, take or disturb an egg
[Checkbox] Damage, destroy, remove or disturb a nest
[Checkbox] Deposit bait in any place during the period beginning 14 days before the first day of the first open season after July 1 of a calendar year and ending on the last day of the last open season before July 1 of the following year
[Checkbox] Exchange, give or have possession of a migratory bird, egg or nest

3.2 Activity description

Please provide a description of the types of activities that you propose to undertake as well as their educational value:

3.3 Facility description (or attach facility floor plans and drawings)

If applicable, also describe any mobile transportation units for live birds:

Section 4: Risk management

4.1 Risk to live migratory birds (For live collections only)

Describe the potential risks to the migratory birds, and how these will be addressed. Your explanation should also indicate the justification for keeping the live bird captive and why alternative methods of education are insufficient.

4.2 Veterinarian (current license(s) attached [Checkbox] )

[Checkbox] Applicant
[Checkbox] Permanent staff member(s). Name(s):
[Checkbox] Other. Name :
[Checkbox] License number:

 

Section 5: Protected areas

Is the facility or any area(s) of collection in a Migratory Bird Sanctuary or National Wildlife Area?
[Checkbox] Yes  
[Checkbox] No

If yes, provide the name(s):                     

If yes, have you applied for a permit to conduct activities in the abovementioned protected area?
[Checkbox] Yes 
[Checkbox] No

For internal use only

Date Received:

Permits Officer:
Approved [Checkbox]
Refused [Checkbox]

Biological reviewer:
Approved [Checkbox]
Refused [Checkbox]
Date:

Species at risk reviewer:
Approved [Checkbox]
Refused [Checkbox]
Date:

Previous report on file
Yes [Checkbox]  
No [Checkbox]
NA [Checkbox]

Documentation missing
Yes [Checkbox]
No [Checkbox]
Comments:

Part 7. Annexes

For scientific banding purposes: please fill out the following

[Checkbox] Complete Annex 1 if you intend to mark birds with auxiliary markers (e.g. colour bands, dye/paint, tags, electronic devices), collect biological samples (e.g. blood, feathers, swabs) and/or use other veterinary procedures.

[Checkbox] Complete Annex 3 for Species at Risk

For other scientific purposes (non-banding scientific, rehabilitation, educational): please fill out the following, where applicable

[Checkbox] Complete Annex 2 for Nominees.
[Checkbox] Complete Annex 3 if any migratory bird is also a federally listed species at risk (extirpated, endangered or threatened) or will be affected by the activities to be conducted under the permit.
[Checkbox] Complete Annex 4 if any activities will involve the exchange or gift of a migratory bird, egg or nest to another valid permit holder or an individual authorized to possess migratory birds, eggs or nests. 

Part 8. Signature of applicant

I, (print name) and the nominees (if applicable) attest that I have the ability and knowledge to accurately identify the species I am working with and safely conduct the permitted activities applied for. I certify that:

A permit may be suspended or cancelled if the person to whom it was issued has failed to comply with any condition set out in the permit.

Signature of applicant:
(sign with dark ink)

Date:
(yyyy-mm-dd)

For internal use only

Date Received:
Permits Officer:
Approved [Checkbox]
Refused [Checkbox]
Date:

Biological reviewer:
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Species at risk reviewer:
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Previous report on file
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Annex 1. Auxiliary markers, biological sample collection, and veterinary procedures

Please refer to the Scientific Permit Instruction Sheet Annex 1 section to ensure you provide complete answers. Multiple projects may be included in one Annex 1 form. 

Name:
Most recent permit number:
Date:                     

Please indicate if you require permission to use auxiliary markers, collect biological samples, use other veterinary procedures for your project, and/or other collections.

[Checkbox] Auxiliary markers                     
[Checkbox] Biological samples                    
[Checkbox] Veterinary procedures         

Collections:
[Checkbox] Eggs
[Checkbox] Found dead birds
[Checkbox] Kill birds

A1.1 Procedures

Describe your proposed methods (or attach an SOP) for each procedure in the space provided below. 

A1.2 Minimizing risk and harm

Use of techniques should aim to minimize risk and harm to individual birds while demonstrating that the knowledge gained is justifiable. Please answer the questions below to show what alternative procedures you considered, then implemented or discarded in order to replace, reduce or refine your project and minimize potential impacts to birds. Provide justification for why alternatives were discarded.

What methods did you consider or implement to replace the use of live birds as much as possible in your study?

What strategy did you implement to reduce the number of birds used?

How have you refined your protocols to reduce pain or stress experienced by your target species?

A1.3 Training and experience

Describe your training and experience with auxiliary markers, biological sample collection and/or other veterinary procedures. 

A1.4 Colour marking scheme

If you need to use colour bands, please provide your proposed marking scheme (e.g., BLACK over RED on left leg with federal metal band on right leg, or GREEN and federal metal band on right leg, PURPLE for cohort 2022, etc.), so that we may coordinate with other banders and the BBL if necessary.

A1.5 Authorization description table

Please complete the following table.. Use the codes from Table 2 of the Instructions Sheet to allow the BBO to issue your permit with the exact authorizations you require (the numbers represent the codes you will use in Bandit for reporting purposes). An example is provided.

Species and Capture Method
Species: DUNL
Age: AHY
Sex: M and F
Capture method: Mist nets

Auxiliary Markers
Auxiliary marker (use codes from application instructions’ Table 2): 1. 01A, 2. 69, 3. 81J
Make/model of electronic marker (mass): 1. N/A, 2. N/A, 3. Lotek NTQB-3-2 (0.67 g)
Number of markers to deploy: 1. 50, 2. 50, 3. 50
Length of time that the marker is intended to stay on the bird (in days or months): None

Biological Samples/Veterinary Procedures
Biological sample/ veterinary procedure: 1. Blood, 2. Feathers, 3. Cloacal swab
Location on bird: 1. Brachial vein, 2. Breast, 3. Cloaca
Size of collection: 1. 75 µL, 2. 2 feathers, 3. 1 swab
Number of samples collected or procedures performed: 1. 50, 2. 50, 3. 50

Total
Sample size : 50

Annex 2. Nominees (does not apply to banding applicants)

Name:
Organization:
Activities nominees will be conducting:

Annex 3. Species at risk

Under the federal Species at Risk Act (SARA), permits are required by persons conducting activities that affect a species listed on Schedule 1 as extirpated, endangered or threatened, any part of its critical habitat or the residences of its individuals. If your application includes activities that will affect a species at risk, information must be provided for the categories below. By law, certain information must be posted on the Species at Risk Public Registry if a permit is issued.

1. Species:

2. Purpose of project activities involving SAR (as per SARA section 73 (2)). Please check the primary purpose:

  1. [Checkbox] Scientific research relating to the conservation of the species.
  2. [Checkbox] The activity benefits the species or is required to enhance its chance of survival in the wild.
  3. [Checkbox] Affecting the species is incidental to the carrying out of the activity.

3. Qualified persons
Demonstrate that the activities will be undertaken by qualified persons:

4. Alternatives
Paragraph 73(3)(a) of SARA requires that all reasonable alternatives to the activity that would reduce the impact on the species have been considered and that the best solution has been adopted.

Please demonstrate that all reasonable alternatives to the proposed activity that would reduce the impact on the species have been considered, including the “do nothing” option:

Explain why you believe that your proposed approach is the best solution:

5. Mitigation measures
Please demonstrate that all feasible measures will be taken to minimize the impact of the activity on the species or its critical habitat or the residences of its individuals (as per paragraph 73(3)(b) of SARA):

6. Effect on survival or recovery
Describe any impacts that the activity may have on the listed wildlife species, its critical habitat or the residences of its individuals, the possible effects of those impacts, the significance of those effects, and why you believe that your proposed activities will notjeopardize the survival or recovery of the species (as per paragraph 73(3)(c) of SARA):

Annex 4. Exchange

Name:
Organization:
Permit number:
Species:
Giving or receiving:

Annex 5. Additional project and activity information

1.1 Project title

1.2 Project objectives
Please outline the objectives of the project proposed and the contribution of its results to society’s understanding of migratory birds, ecosystem health or human well-being.  Indicate whether the question in this study has been answered before.

1.3 Project summary
Provide a plain language summary of the project

1.4 Project description
Briefly describe how you will achieve the project’s objectives, with a summary of how birds will be captured, handled, marked, and sampled.

1.5 Project justification
Provide justification for the need to work with migratory birds, and a rationale for the choice of species and sample size, and the sex and age classes to be affected. For live education collections, please indicate why alternative methods are insufficient.

1.6 Applicant qualifications (or resume or CV attached [Checkbox])Please describe your experience and qualifications in relation to the proposed activities in your application (include technical qualifications, academic qualifications, publication history, field training, internships and trainers or mentors).

1.7 Injuries and mortalities
Use the checkboxes to indicate which of the following services you are able to provide in case of injury to migratory bird:

[Checkbox] Wildlife first aid

[Checkbox] Transport to a permitted rehabilitation center.
Name:                     
Email:                     
Location:                     
Permit number (if known):

[Checkbox] Euthanasia or humane killing                            
Method:

[Checkbox] Not applicable (for dead migratory birds and specimens)

1.8 Collaborating permittees (for Banding applicants only)
Please provide the names, bird banding permit numbers, and a list of authorizations for each collaborator who will be undertaking project activities without supervision.  Authorizations are listed in Table 1 of the instructions.

Name:
Permit number:
Authorizations:

1.9 Geographic scope
I intend to undertake activities in the following provinces and territories:

[Checkbox] AB
[Checkbox] BC
[Checkbox] MB  
[Checkbox] NB  
[Checkbox] NL
[Checkbox] NS 
[Checkbox] NT 
[Checkbox] NU
[Checkbox] ON
[Checkbox] PE
[Checkbox] QC
[Checkbox] SK
[Checkbox] YT

Please note that you may  be asked to provide specific locations for intended activities for which you are submitting an application, as required. You may require additional permits or permissions to undertake activities on any public, private or indigenous lands.

1.10 Address, UTM, geolocation or proximity to nearest identifiable town or city
Please provide the location(s) where the activities will be conducted:

If migratory birds are to be held in captivity, provide the address of the facility where they will be held:

If birds are to be released in a location other than at the point of capture, provide the location of release:

1.11  Project duration (anticipated)

Start date:
End date:

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