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Bridging the Gap with Nature-Based Climate Solutions
Read MoreClimate change has been highlighted in many news stories lately, along with studies documenting declines in wildlife around the world. At the end of 2019, a story about the loss of more than 3 billion birds in North America since the 1970’s caught the public’s attention – and that is just one of many articles. The bad news cycle for the environment can be overwhelming, but the key to understanding and resolving these massive issues is to recognize they are connected and can thus be tackled at once.
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Celebrating the conservation gains of another remarkable year!
Read MoreBy: Jennifer Scott, National Communications Manager In 2020 as we continue to push for not only greater protection for Canada’s wild spaces, but also stronger … Read More
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101 Blog Series: The Species at Risk Act
Read MoreSARA is just one of many pieces of legislation Canada has for protecting the country’s wildlife, but it is the primary nationwide legislation focused on species at risk. Its strength comes from the inclusion of measures for species assessments that are grounded in science, and the coordination of governments, organizations, First Nations and individuals to act on these assessments. In addition to this, SARA imposes sanctions on those who commit offences to the protection of species at risk on federal land and water.
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An Ocean-Climate Emergency
Read MoreFor many years, we’ve been thinking about climate change and threats to marine ecosystems as separate issues. Different problems requiring different solutions. If we take public transportation, use less heat and air conditioning, and replace our light bulbs we can save the climate; if we carry a water bottle, forgo straws, and make sustainable seafood choices we can save the oceans. Climate and ocean issues are so complex, how could we not separate them to understand them better and identify solutions?
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Election 101: Get to Know Party Platforms on Conservation
Read MoreWith the 2019 Federal election around the corner, CPAWS reviewed the election platforms of the major parties to see if and how each party plans … Read More
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What iconic Canadian animal are you?
Read MoreTake our fun, 5 question survey to discover what iconic Canadian species suits your personality!
