The Evan Bray Show - Michael Burak + Show Wrap - July 26th, 2024

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There is a sense of urgency around prairie grasslands in Manitoba, Alberta and Saskatchewan. more than 80 per cent of original native prairie grasslands are reported to have been lost to various human causes, like building roads and houses. Michael Burak , natural area manager with Nature Conservancy of Canada and Sask program director joins Brent to discuss new funding for the NCC’s Prairie Grasslands Action Plan.
26 Jul 2024 2PM English Canada News Commentary

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