October 5th, 2023
New Manitoba Government Ushers in Historic Commitment to Nature
The future is bright for nature in Manitoba after a new government was elected on October 3 with strong commitments to conservation.
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.
September 21st, 2023
Nature-Based Solutions Have Role
“We no longer have the luxury of delaying action to address this existential threat,” Ron Thiessen wrote in a letter to the Free Press.
September 11th, 2023
Birds of Manitoba’s Hudson Bay Lowlands: A Vital Ecosystem in Need of Protection
The Birds of Manitoba: Hudson Bay Lowlands report offers a strong case for conservation in the region, which is home to an incredible array of wildlife and enormous stores of carbon within its expansive peatlands.
September 7th, 2023
Find Out What Manitoba’s Political Parties Say About Conservation
3 of 4 political parties pledged to protect 30% of Manitoba’s lands and waters by 2030 in response to a CPAWS Manitoba campaign.
August 22nd, 2023
Tackling Trash: Highlights from CPAWS’ 2023 Student Litter Cleanup Challenge
Hundreds of students learned about the environmental impacts of litter and the value of public service through our Litter Cleanup Challenge.
August 11th, 2023
Media Kit for 30×30 Campaign – August 2023
Quotes and background related to the CPAWS Manitoba campaign asking political parties to protect nature ahead of the upcoming election.
August 4th, 2023
OP-ED: Manitoba needs a Plan to Protect Nature
“There is still time for humanity to rein in climate change if we act quickly and decisively. Ron Thiessen wrote in an opinion piece published by the Winnipeg Free Press.
July 19th, 2023
Discover Nature With a CPAWS and Watersheds Backpack
Unleash your inner explorer and embark on a captivating journey with Nature Discovery Backpacks – where the wonders of the great outdoors meet the thrill of hands-on science and immersive nature-based learning.
July 17th, 2023
Protecting Our Polar Pals
We loved seeing all the creative entries for the #ProtectPolarBears Colouring Contest. Thanks so much to everyone who entered.
July 13th, 2023
First Peoples First
An outstanding First Nations campaign in Manitoba that’s now on the cusp of creating one of the largest Indigenous protected areas in the country had a modest beginning—as a conversation with CPAWS Manitoba about how to save caribou.
July 10th, 2023
Re: Province unveils 72-point action plan on water strategy
The Manitoba government’s action plan for water management will not secure the health of our waterways without significant revision.
June 29th, 2023
Children Ask Manitoba Environment Minister to Protect Polar Bears
Children asking the Manitoba government to protect polar bears met with Environment and Climate Minister Kevin Klein in the legislature.