Prairie Pride: Native Prairie Appreciation Week Kicks Off in Saskatchewan

The Ministries of Environment and Agriculture are proud to jointly proclaim the week of June 18 to 24, as Native Prairie Appreciation Week. The native prairie is part of our provincial identity, it is a distinctive ecosystem that brings a multitude of ecological, societal and environmental advantages while providing a habitat for several species. 

This year marks the 25th anniversary for both the Saskatchewan Prairie Conservation Action Plan (SK PCAP) and Native Prairie Appreciation Week.

"Native Prairie Appreciation Week serves as a fantastic platform to celebrate the diverseness of the native prairie and its indispensable contribution to preserving Saskatchewan's rich biodiversity, carbon sequestration and other economic and environmental benefits," Environment Minister Dana Skoropad said. "I'd like to congratulate the Saskatchewan Prairie Conservation Action Plan on 25 years of dedication to raising awareness of this significant ecoregion and building partnerships across the province to take action for native prairie conservation."