User:VanHuizen/Edmonton & Area Land Trust

Edmonton & Area Land Trust (EALT) is a regional non-profit organization based in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. The EALT promotes conservation of the natural heritage of Edmonton and area through private stewardship, and is registered as a charitable agency with the Canada Revenue Agency.

Mission
The Edmonton & Area Land Trust (EALT) will be recognized as a not-for-profit leader in the selection, securement and stewardship of natural area systems, appropriate natural interconnections and cultural heritage landscapes in the Edmonton area primarily for the use, enjoyment or benefit of its present and future citizens, and play a key role in the social, economic, and environmental life of the residents of the area.

Method
EALT approaches the conservation of natural areas through land trust using three basic tools:
 * Land acquisition through purchase or donation
 * Conservation easement
 * Education and stewardship

History
The EALT was established in 2007 by a group of six founders :
 * Legacy Lands Conservation Society
 * City of Edmonton
 * Edmonton Community Foundation ,
 * Edmonton Nature Club ,
 * Land Stewardship Centre of Canada, and
 * Urban Development Institute - Greater Edmonton Chapter

Current Projects include Hicks and Golden Ranches