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Manitoba Nature Notebook

Welcome to our Manitoba Nature Notebook Blog, where conservation meets curiosity.

Explore stories, insights, and updates focused on protecting Manitoba's lands and waters. Through campaign updates, hike highlights, and inspiring nature fun, we aim to deepen your connection to Manitoba and empower you to take action.

Whether you’re a student, educator, or nature enthusiast, join us in learning, protecting, and celebrating the places we call home—one blog post at a time.

Visit every Friday for a new story.

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October 25th, 2024

Reconnecting with Nature: Thanks to Nature Walk 2024

This October we hosted Thanks to Nature, a self-guided gratitude walk event that puts nature back in the forefront and invites you to reconnect with life, as well as, the perfect opportunity to thank nature for all the benefits it offers.

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October 18th, 2024

Seizing Manitoba’s Global Conservation Opportunity: Why 30×30 Matters for Our Future

Manitoba is one of the few places on Earth with an incredible chance for large-scale conservation.

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October 10th, 2024

Public Launch of the Kitaskeenan Kaweekanawaynichikatek Conservation Project

It meant a lot to gather in a good way. Members of the CPAWS team had the incredible opportunity to attend the public launch of the Kitaskeenan Kaweekanawaynichikatek Indigenous Protected Area project from September 2nd – 6th at the Fox Lake Cree Nation Culture Camp to show our support for

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October 9th, 2024

CPAWS Manitoba to Attend Convention on Biological Diversity in Columbia

Urging the Provincial Government to Honour its Commitment to Protecting 30% of Manitoba by Financially Investing in Indigenous-Led Conservation and its Own Capacity to Deliver on its Promises. Winnipeg, MB – We are excited to announce that Executive Director Ron Thiessen will attend the 16th Conference of the Parties (COP16),

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September 27th, 2024

Chel-seeing the Wild: Meet Chelsea

We’re excited to welcome Chelsea as our new Communications Manager. With her passion she will guide the development of our communications.

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August 30th, 2024

EnviRONmental Executive: Meet Ron

Ron Thiessen is the inspiring Executive Director of CPAWS Manitoba. He has been instrumental in establishing 23 parks and protected areas in Manitoba with CPAWS.

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August 23rd, 2024

Conservation Classroom: Meet Carly

Carly Gray is the inspiring leader of our Outdoor Education Program, bringing her vibrant passion for nature and education to every adventure.

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August 16th, 2024

Environmental Education for a Brighter Future: Meet Our Ed Team

Meet the inspiring Environmental Education Ambassadors of our Outdoor Education Program for Summer 2024.

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August 2nd, 2024

Canoes, Conservation, Caring: Meet Neil

Meet CPAWS Manitoba Conservation Campaign Manager Neil Bailey. His lifelong passion for nature and stewardship began with collecting sticks and rocks on the shores of Lake Winnipeg.

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July 31st, 2024

FRCN Acquires Peat Harvest Licence from Sungro Horticulture

FRCN, with support from CPAWS, recently acquired federal government funding to negotiate and purchase Peat Harvest Licence #5 from Sungro Horticulture

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July 26th, 2024

From Campus to Conservation: Meet Nadia

Nadia Schimnowsk is thrilled to be part of the conservation team at CPAWS Manitoba as the Conservation Campaign Officer. She is currently completing her Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Studies at the University of Manitoba, with a focus on Northern Studies and a minor in Indigenous Studies.

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July 19th, 2024

Claire-ifying Conservation

Claire joins the Conservation Team with a passion for environmental protection and experience in project management within a decolonial framework. Claire joined CPAWS Manitoba in April 2024 to lead our Hudson Bay Marine Conservation Area Campaign.