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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.

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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.

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July 12th, 2024

Cowbirds to Calculating: Meet David

David Swan is a behavioural ecologist who joined CPAWS Manitoba because he is passionate about science-based conservation.

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Stage Left to Nature’s Best: Meet Deb

Meet Deb Gay-De Vries, the Outreach and Volunteer Coordinator for CPAWS, and discover her impactful work with the CPAWS team.

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June 28th, 2024

A Passion for Nature and Getting Kids Outside: Meet Mira Oberman

Mira managed communications, provided strategic direction for campaigns and developed the Nature Club and Outdoor Education program.

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June 27th, 2024

Honouring the Water Gathering in Churchill Draws Ministers, Mayor, Knowledge Keepers and Families

Churchill residents and visitors celebrated bears, birds and belugas and explored opportunities to secure a healthy future for Hudson Bay.

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June 14th, 2024

Protecting Nature One Post at a Time: Meet Katie Borgfjord

As the Digital Marketing Coordinator, Katie is in charge of managing the CPAWS Manitoba social media pages, updating the website, crafting content and leading Nature Club activities

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Honouring the Water Gathering in Churchill, Manitoba

Celebrate Hudson Bay with events in Churchill to honour water and explore opportunities to secure a healthy future for people and wildlife.

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A balanced critical minerals strategy for Manitoba: OP-ED

The path forward for Manitoba lies in a nuanced and collaborative approach to resource development and environmental protection.

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The Dreamer Who United Four Nations to Protect a Watershed: Remembering Ernie Bussidor

Manitoba lost a champion of nature when Ernie Bussidor died in his sleep on January 27, 2024 at the age of 67. And I lost a friend.

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What Does It Mean to Protect Manitoba’s Wild Spaces? It Means a Lot

Protecting the Hudson Bay Lowlands benefits people who live in nothern Manitoba along with wildlife like polar bears, caribou and birds.

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CPAWS Manitoba Position on Critical Minerals

Can Manitoba do mining right? We have 7 key recommendations for what needs to be included in Manitoba’s upcoming critical minerals strategy.