Restoration ecology is the scientific study supporting the practice of ecological restoration , which is the practice of renewing and restoring degraded, damaged, or destroyed ecosystems and habitats in the environment by active human intervention and action.

Habitat Restoration is accomplished through management, protection, and reestablishment of plants by returning abiotic factors to historical levels. Habitat restoration seeks to repair areas that have been subjected to habitat destruction. Habitat destruction is one of the primary factors involved in causing species of plants and animals to be threatened with extinction.

What does a Certified Seed Collector do?

• We find permission to collect from any area; many areas are private or have restricted access
• We have the ability to identify tree and shrub species, and understand their biological processes
• We have an understanding of the seed and stock market and variation in species demand

Live staking is a simple technique that installs a dormant cutting into the ground. This technique is often utilized when single stem planting will provide adequate plant cover, slope stability and fish habitat. If you or someone you know would be a great candidate for live staking, let Kayanase know so we can help!

Invasive species is an introduced organism that negatively alters its new environment. Common Invasive Species around us would be Phragmites australis and Wild Parsnip. If you or someone you know has an invasive species problem you can ask Kayanase staff to come out and assess the situation and give you the best advice on how to get it removed. Kayanase staff supervisors are certified in

• Ontario Pesticide Operators License
• Forestry Extermination
• Industrial Extermination
• Ontario Invasive Plant Council Members