About Us
Program Highlights
Delta Farmland and Wildlife Trust (DF&WT) is a non-profit organization that promotes the annual preservation of over 3,500 acres of farmland and wildlife habitat on the lower Fraser River delta through co-operative land stewardship with local farmers. DF&WT was established in 1993 by a group of local farmers and conservationists with an interest in conserving agricultural and wildlife resources in Delta, British Columbia. DF&WT firmly believes that the preservation and sustainability of farmland as a source of food and valued wildlife habitat starts with a commitment to environmentally sound and economically viable agricultural practices.
On an annual basis, DF&WT:
- administers our Stewardship Programs, which provides funds to farmers who establish on-farm wildlife habitat
- raises funds for the implementation of the Stewardship Programs
- liases with farmers to assess and refine agricultural management practices
- conducts research to assess the quality of wildlife habitat provided by the Stewardship Programs
- educates the public about the role of local farmland for food production & wildlife conservation
Our Stewardship Programs integrate research, education, and financial incentives to promote the sustainable use of agricultural land within the lower Fraser River delta by bringing conservationists and farmers together as “Partners in Stewardship.” These programs provide farmers with cost-share funding to establish wildlife habitat and/or invest in long term soil fertility on their farms.
By providing solutions to farmers that are compatible with their crop rotations, DF&WT Stewardship Programs contribute to the long-term viability of local farming operations. This ensures that land will continue to be available for food production and wildlife conservation well into the future.
Today, DF&WT is led by a volunteer Board of Directors. Members of the board are drawn from the Delta Farmers Institute (3) and the Boundary Bay Conservation Committee (3), with 3 directors at-large. The Trust employs an Executive Director, Office Coordinator, Communications Coordinator, and a Research and Field Technician.
Contact Information
Phone
604-940-3392 (ph)
604-946-7820 (fx)
Hours
Please Note: Our office is generally open during business hours, however, with a small core staff, if we are at a meeting or out for lunch, the office may be closed. If you are coming to see us, it is best to call and let us know.
Thank you
Location
205 – 4882 Delta Street
Delta, British Columbia
V4K 2T8
If you would like to learn more about our stewardship programs, research, or community outreach activities, please contact our office. Our staff would be happy to answer your questions.
Office Manager
Valerie Miller
Executive Director
Christine Schmalz
Research and Field Technician
Connor Hawey
Junior
Field Technician
Patricia Kulikowski
Contact Us
Careers
Come work with the team at Delta Farmland & Wildlife Trust
Available Positions:
There are no positions open at this time.
Partners And Sponsors
Delta Farmland & Wildlife Trust relies on funding from a variety of sources. We thank the following organizations for partnering with us and providing significant funding to our stewardship programs.
This project was undertaken with the financial support of/Ce projet a été réalisé avec l’appui financier de:
How You Can Help
Support Delta Farmland & Wildlife Trust
There are several ways to make a tax deductible donation to Delta Farmland and Wildlife Trust. You can donate through Canada Helps (click the link to the right to be transferred to their secure donation page) or simply mail us a cheque with your name and address. We are a registered charity (138397740 RR0001) and will provide a tax receipt for your donation.
Your donation will work towards conserving the regionally, nationally, and internationally important farmland and wildlife resources contained in the Fraser River delta.
Consider Leaving a Legacy Through Planned Giving
Leaving a gift in your will to the Delta Farmland & Wildlife Trust is a thoughtful way of ensuring the preservation of farmland and associated wildlife habitat will continue. If you would like more information on how a bequest will impact the conservation of farmland and wildlife habitat, please do not hesitate to contact the office by phone (604-940-3392) or e-mail us at dfwt@dccnet.com. To access our Planned Giving options, simply click the link below: