Part of the St. Lawrence River

Lake St. Francis lies between Lake Ontario, the lowest Great Lake , and Montreal on the St. Lawrence River.
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Critical Habitat

Important breeding birds for this area include:
  • Redhead duck
  • Black Tern
  • Least Bittern
  • Black-crowned Night Heron
  • Great Egret

Lac Saint-François National Wildlife Area

on the south shore of Lake St. Francis incorporates 1346 ha (3300 acres) of wetlands including swamp and marsh areas. This area has been recognized as of international importance under the RAMSAR convention. This is a very important location for migration, breeding and moulting of waterfowl, such as the Redhead duck. Appears in "Québec Birds". Visit AMAPRE du lac Saint-François or "Lac Saint-François National Wildlife Area" for more information.

Cooper Marsh

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Developed by the Raisin Region Conservation Authority. Located on the north shore of Lake St. Francis near Lancaster Ontario. Part of the larger Charlottenburgh Marsh. Includes boardwalks, viewing tower, visitor centre and viewing blinds.

Water levels are manipulated to optimize this habitat for waterfowl. This area is becoming an important stopover point during migration as well as providing nesting for resident waterfowl.

To get there

Cooper Marsh is 18 km east of Cornwall. From Highway 401, exit at Highway 34, then go south on Highway 2. It is 3 km to the main entrance. Phone number: (613)347-1332

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