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December 14th, 2015

Report: Manitoba a caribou recovery leader across Canada

In its third annual review of government action to conserve Canada’s boreal caribou, the Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society (CPAWS) finds there has been spotted progress – with too few jurisdictions showing significant leadership in protecting the species that has long graced our 25-cent piece. Under the federal Species-at-Risk Act,
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November 26th, 2015

Two new protected areas and important conservation target announced with protected areas strategy

The province of Manitoba today released its Protected Areas Strategy outlining priority regions within which protections from industrial development will be sought. Ron Thiessen, Executive Director of the Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society’s (CPAWS) Manitoba Chapter, who spoke at the Nov. 26 press event, was pleased to contribute to the
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November 24th, 2015

New provincial commitment for Indigenous land use planning good news for communities, conservation

After announcing new support for Indigenous land use planning in their November 16 throne speech, Premier Selinger has today spoken at a press conference about the initiative. He was joined by Ron Thiessen, Executive Director of the Manitoba chapter of the Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society and Indigenous leaders from
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November 10th, 2015

CPAWS supports independent review of fisheries on Manitoba lakes

In a recent assessment, CPAWS’ organizational partner SeaChoice is highlighting broad issues with the commercial fishery in Manitoba. Lakes Winnipeg, Manitoba and Winnipegosis make up the lions share of the second largest freshwater fishery in North America. With significant amounts of fish for sale lacking sustainability rankings, the industry watchdog
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October 15th, 2015

Manitoba Woodland Caribou Recovery Strategy released

Best strategy in the nation needs swift implementation to save threatened species
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October 13th, 2015

Over 10,000 in Manitoba ask for protection of large caribou habitats

Call for action as conservation group awaits release of provincial strategy to save the threatened species.
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May 4th, 2015

Conservation spending should align with health care – Manitoba provincial budget 2015

While budgets increased in many provincial government departments, the latest provincial budget dealt another decrease to Conservation and Water Stewardship (CWS).
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November 25th, 2014

Reflections on the World Parks Congress 2014, Sydney, Australia

Thirty-six thousand feet in a metal bird, gazing at the clouds below; I ponder my time at the Congress. My thoughts quickly drift to the grand size of the affair. Over 5000 professionals from across the globe gathered to share what they know, and learn more, about what we do.
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August 8th, 2014

Comment Period: Chitek Lake Provincial Park Reserve

Chitek Lake Park Reserve is one step closer to becoming Manitoba’s newest provincial park!
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April 30th, 2014

New Plan to Recover Threatened Caribou Looks Promising

Manitoba sets national precedent with commitment to conserve large boreal woodland caribou habitats Today, the Manitoba government released its draft strategy to recover its woodland caribou populations. Boreal woodland caribou are listed as “threatened” across Canada, requiring provincial governments to develop action plans for recovery of local populations. Upon initial
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June 15th, 2012

Better protection for caribou and new protected areas on the horizon

Manitoba announces Green Plan “We’re pleased with the province’s commitment to protecting the sizeable woodland caribou habitats that this threatened species and all our treasured boreal forest wildlife need for survival,” said Ron Thiessen, executive director of the Manitoba chapter of the Canadian Parks & Wilderness Society. “Equally welcoming is
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April 17th, 2012

Bears could come out of woods

The unusually low snowfall this past winter and the early arrival of spring mean southern Manitoba is very dry at a time when the forest floor is usually moist. For starters, this means there’s a tremendous potential for an awful forest-fire season. And given Manitoba Conservation and Water Stewardship’s policy
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