Muskeg is Medicine

We believe…

At For Peat’s Sake, we aim to educate and engage the public on the environmental and cultural impacts of peat mining. We are dedicated to raising awareness about the critical importance of preserving our muskegs—wetland ecosystems that play a vital role in maintaining ecological balance, storing carbon, and combating climate change.

Muskegs are not only ecological treasures; they are sacred landscapes deeply rooted in the cultural and spiritual lives of Indigenous peoples across Canada. These lands provide traditional medicines, food sources, and habitat for species like the woodland caribou. They are places of ceremony, healing, and inter-generational knowledge transfer.

Through community outreach, educational programs, and advocacy efforts, we aim to inspire collective action to protect these invaluable natural and cultural resources. By working alongside Indigenous communities, scientists, educators, and policy makers, we strive to ensure that muskegs are respected, understood, and safeguarded for generations to come.

Our Team

Volunteers are the heart of For Peat’s Sake. Their dedication, creativity, and care make everything we do possible—from community outreach to hands-on restoration work. We’re deeply grateful for the time and energy they give to protecting peatlands and inspiring others to do the same.

Vanessa Hyggen
Miriam Körner
Maggie King
Sarah Gauthier
Valerie G. Barnes Connell Jordan
Heidi Walker
Larissa Muirhead
Elizabeth Bekolay
Eleanor Hegland
Eleanor Hegland
Diana Ulriksen

Let’s connect!

For more information or to get involved, please reach out to us. We welcome questions and discussions to foster a better understanding of muskegs and peat mining issues.