April 13th, 2021
Manitoba Announces Endowment Fund for Provincial Parks
The endowment fund for Manitoba provincial parks is welcome news, as it will support desperately needed parks infrastructure and services.
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.
April 1st, 2021
Polar Bear Politics Heat Up in Churchill After Province Quietly Gives Company New Permits
First Nations and environmentalists decry a move by the provincial government to expand tourist access to polar bears in Churchill.
March 30th, 2021
Announcing the #ProtectHudsonBay Colouring Contest Winners
Here are the winners of the CPAWS Manitoba colouring contest and quotes from participants about the importance of protecting beluga whales.
March 18th, 2021
Protecting Nature Is Part of the Climate Solution
The Manitoba government must issue bolder targets on emissions reduction and embrace nature-based solutions to climate change.
March 15th, 2021
What Is the Current State of Manitoba’s Trails?
Learn about the state of Manitoba’s spectacular network of trails, which is being enjoyed by Manitobans more now than ever before.
March 13th, 2021
Indigenous Youth Learn Stewardship Skills with Support of CPAWS Manitoba
The Canadian Wilderness Stewardship Program brings together youth participants from three Indigenous communities in Manitoba.
March 8th, 2021
Enter the #ProtectHudsonBay Colouring Contest
Spread the word of the importance of protecting beluga whales and Hudson Bay through the CPAWS Manitoba colouring contest.
March 2nd, 2021
Protecting ‘World Treasures’: Making Western Hudson Bay a Marine Conservation Area
The Western Hudson Bay is home to some of the largest concentrations of beluga whales and polar bears in the world. And it needs protection.
February 26th, 2021
Presenting the CPAWS Manitoba Photo Contest Winners
Here are the winning photos and honourable mentions selected by our judges for our photography contest, featuring nature in Manitoba.
February 15th, 2021
A Beginner’s Guide to Cross-Country Skiing in Manitoba
An expert answers frequently asked questions about cross-country skiing in Manitoba to help beginners learn the sport.
February 12th, 2021
Honouring Harvey Williams’ Conservation Efforts in Manitoba
Harvey Williams played a big part in CPAWS Manitoba’s history and dedicated decades of his life to conservation.
February 10th, 2021
How to Survive Getting Lost in the Wilderness
Sherman Kong from Maple Leaf Survival shares must-know wilderness survival information for Manitoba adventures.