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Ancient Life Discovered in Toronto Wetland Revitalization Project

10/10/2025

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Researchers in Toronto found ancient life in waterfront soil, revealing a long-lost wetland ecosystem.
The project, worth billions, aims to revitalize the Don River and nearby areas.
Launched in 2007, it transformed a barren industrial zone into wetlands and habitats.
Indigenous knowledge guided the effort, while discoveries included century-old plants, extinct American chestnut pollen, and revived water fleas and worms.

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Story summary

Researchers in Toronto found ancient life in waterfront soil, revealing a long-lost wetland ecosystem.
The project, worth billions, aims to revitalize the Don River and nearby areas.
Launched in 2007, it transformed a barren industrial zone into wetlands and habitats.
Indigenous knowledge guided the effort, while discoveries included century-old plants, extinct American chestnut pollen, and revived water fleas and worms.