Enhance Biodiversity

One of the critical and limiting factors restricting species survival in urbanized environments is access to water. All life on earth requires water at some point in their life cycle. Providing opportunities to access water in the City greatly enhances biodiversity.

The City’s Biodiversity and Natural Areas Strategy recommends the use of rain gardens as a way to provide access to water sources and enhance biodiversity. For example, rain gardens are a great way attract pollinators like bees, butterflies, and birds.