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Quotes and background related to the CPAWS Manitoba campaign asking political parties to protect nature ahead of the upcoming election.

“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.

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.

We loved seeing all the creative entries for the #ProtectPolarBears Colouring Contest. Thanks so much to everyone who entered.

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.

The Manitoba government’s action plan for water management will not secure the health of our waterways without significant revision.

Children asking the Manitoba government to protect polar bears met with Environment and Climate Minister Kevin Klein in the legislature.

Did you know that Manitoba is a coastal province? Though we may be far from the coast itself, that doesn’t stop us from enjoying Manitoba’s distinctive landscape.

Manitobans need to call on political parties and candidates in the upcoming provincial election to commit to developing an action plan that will protect 30% of Manitoba’s lands and waters by 2030, our Executive Director Ron Thiessen wrote in the Winnipeg Free Press.

CPAWS-Manitoba surveyed candidates from all parties in the Winnipeg South Centre byelection about nature and wildlife conservation.  

Looking for an easy and family-friendly hike close to Winnipeg? Cedar Bog is perfect! The Bird’s Hill trail is a great hike for families, people who are new to hiking, and experienced outdoorsy types looking for a simple trip in the woods. 

A small island with a large cultural and ecological significance could soon become a provincial park if the government of Manitoba hears from enough people who want to protect Pemmican Island in Lake Winnipegosis.