Let's take care of our land of plenty!

The Pays de Cocagne Sustainable Development Group's (GDDPC) mission is to engage citizen participation towards the sustainability of communities of Beausoleil, Maple Hills and Champdoré located in the Cocagne watershed.
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Let's protect our wetlands!

Encourage and collect observations of plants, birds, mammals and all other forms of life in the Cocagne river watershed (Pays de Cocagne).
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Let's count on ecology

Ecological planning deals primarily with restoring natural habitats and introducing native plants suitable for the area.
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Community action

Citizens of Cocagne recognize the importance of community mitigation and adaptation measures in the face of climate change.
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By taking care of the environment, we take care of ourselves

Developing activities and partnerships in the Cocagne watershed to promote an understanding of sustainable development respectful of nature, food, culture, economy and social justice.
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Youth

The GDDPC has developed an environmental education program through outdoor learning for youth in Southeastern New Brunswick.
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Let's take care of our land of plenty!

The Pays de Cocagne Sustainable Development Group's (GDDPC) mission is to engage citizen participation towards the sustainability of communities of Beausoleil, Maple Hills and Champdoré located in the Cocagne watershed.
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2018 Photo pluvier siffleur et plage
December 6, 2018

Cocagne / Bouctouche - The latest shorebird inventory at the Bouctouche Dune and Cormierville Marsh was conducted this summer by Denise Maillet, coordinator of the SENB Piping Plover Project for Bird Studies Canada.

2018 Photo zone marais Cormierville2018 Photo zone dune Bouctouche
Cormierville Marsh Study Area                                     Study Area at the Bouctouche Dune

In order to measure the health of our habitats, it is useful to evaluate the variety of organisms present. Migrating and year-round animals contribute to biodiversity, which helps us assess the health of our ecosystems. The inventory of shorebirds, including species, quantities and dates of arrival, are made to determine, over the years, whether there are any trends that could help better protect these already declining birds as well as their habitats.

Since 1997, Bird Studies Canada has been surveying migratory birds on the Bouctouche dune and since 2009 in the Cormierville marsh. The Pays de Cocagne Sustainable Development Group (GDDPC), Bird Studies Canada and the Wildlife Trust Fund are collaborating on the Shorebird project to conserve and protect important places for migratory birds.
2018 Photo pluvier siffleur

A shore bird is defined as a bird that lives, feeds or nests on the shore. There are approximately 52 species of shorebirds in North America. Based on the study of 40 shorebird populations, representing 37 species, a 40% decline has been observed in Canada since 1970. These results are consistent with the State of Canada's Bird Populations 20121. In Canada, these birds are among the migrants who travel the longest distances. For example, once the Whimbrel stops on our beaches to refuel, it must have enough energy to make a non-stop flight of 4000 km over the Atlantic Ocean to reach the east coast of Canada. 'South America. They are sensitive to habitat loss on their migratory routes and in wintering habitats, as well as on breeding sites. Habitat loss is the biggest threat to Canadian species2 and 3. The 2017-18 shorebird report is here (in French).

In January 2019, the GDDPC organizes a field visit and presentation on the importance of marshes and how to protect water. Check our calendar on the website, e-newsletter or our Facebook page to find out the details.

1 NABCI. 2012. The state of Canada’s birds, 2012. North American Bird Conservation Initiative Canada; Environment Canada & Climate Change. 36 pp.

2 Venter, O. et al. 2006. Threats to endangered species in Canada. Bioscience. 56: 903-910.

3 OAG. 2013. Report of the Commissioner of the Environment & Sustainable Development. Chapter 1: Backgrounder on biological diversity. Office of the Auditor General. 26 pp
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Upcoming activities

April 9 2024 - Seed Saving Presentation

The Pays de Cocagne Sustainable Development Group (PCSDG) and the Grande-Digue Gardening Club invite you to participate in the presentation on how to save your seeds.

When: Tuesday, April 9, 2024, at 7 p.m. (in English only)
Where: At the Shédiac Multifunctional Center, 58 Festival Street, Shediac, NB E4P 1S4
Your registration is required by March 31, 2024. To participate, please send an email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call 506-576-8247.

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Latest News

Louis-Émile Cormier - The Man Who Makes Spring

On October 27, 2023,

Cocagne - One of our most active volunteers within our group, Louis-Émile Cormier, was featured in a Radio-Canada newspaper article last week. The article highlights the various actions that Louis-Émile has taken to improve the health of tree swallows, ospreys, and monarch butterflies.

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Educational program

Action and education in Southeastern New-Brunswick
Educational program

Living shorelines

Natural protection of coastal and riparian lands
Living shorelines

Seeds for life

Directory of organic, non-GMO, heritage or heirloom seed suppliers
Seeds for life

Cocagne Country Colors

Cultivate, responsibly harvest and transform natural dyes in the Cocagne watershed
Cocagne Country Colors

Tree swallow nest boxes

Tips for building and maintaining your own nest box
Tree swallow nest boxes

Natural burial

A question and answer guide to planning a natural funeral and burial.
Natural burial

What is the Pays de Cocagne Sustainable Development Group

In 2024, the Pays de Cocagne Sustainable Development Group (GDDPC) celebrates 25 years of community engagement. We celebrate the richness of biodiversity and abundance in Pays de Cocagne, where every individual action
contributes to a healthy environment in which people can thrive. Over the years, our community projects have cultivated values of self-sufficiency and ecological responsibility. Many volunteers are actively involved in the well-being of the region. Taking care of the environment means taking care of ourselves!

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