The need for protection of polar bear habitat and den sites has never been so pronounced, Ron Thiessen wrote in an op-ed in the Free Press.
Curiosity and Learning Inspires Others to Take Action
As Communications and Event Coordinator, Riley Chervinski works to advance CPAWS Manitoba’s Western Hudson Bay campaign.
How We Can Connect Children and Teens to Nature
In her role as Environmental Educator for CPAWS Manitoba, Avery Kash combines her love for education and nature.
Federal budget gives huge boost to conservation
The Winnipeg Free Press deserves high praise for its comprehensive coverage of the federal budget and what it means to Canadians, which includes conserving our incredible diversity of natural landscapes and wildlife. As reported, the federal budget allocates 1.3 billion dollars over 5 years “to expand protected areas and help endangered and threatened species — a move that reflects its pledge to safeguard at least 17 per cent of Canada’s land and inland waters by 2020.” What does this mean for Manitoba?
180 Days in the Wild – a presentation in conjuction with the CPAWS Manitoba AGM
It’s been a wild ride navigating the conservation challenges and opportunities of a landscape as rich and varied as the Boreal in Manitoba. We are incredibly proud of the conservation successes that we couldn’t have achieved without the generosity and passion for wild nature that our supporters exude. That’s why we want you to join us on November 22nd for a celebration of our work and the wild landscapes of Manitoba that continue to inspire us all.
As interim protections expire groups are hopeful that islands will become provincial parks
The First Nations and conservation groups involved are not alone in their pursuit, as many Manitobans have sent letters and emails to the province about the islands.
Declining moose numbers prompt online surveys ahead of 50th North American moose conference
Reported declines in the moose population have prompted the Canadian Parks & Wilderness Society (CPAWS) to seek answers from experts and the public in the hope of preventing the species from becoming threatened like its relative the woodland caribou.
CPAWS mobilizes a flotilla of canoes to celebrate 25 years of success in Manitoba
To celebrate its 25th anniversary of wilderness conservation in the province, the Manitoba Chapter of the Canadian Parks & Wilderness Society (CPAWS) is hosting a paddling event on the Assiniboine River.
CPAWS releases party responses to election questionnaire
Today, the Manitoba chapter of the Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society (CPAWS) released the results of its all-party provincial election questionnaire. The responses are to inform voters of party positions on issues related to the future health of the vast Boreal ecosystem of Manitoba, which covers 80% of the province
Our Annual General Meeting!
We will be holding our Annual General Meeting on November 19! We hope you can join us incelebrating another successful year.
CPAWS volunteer, Nicole Wadelius , Wins Volunteer Award
Winner of Investor’s Group Employee Volunteer Award, Nicole Wadelius has generously given her time to many charitable pursuits including volunteering for the Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society – Manitoba Chapter, … Read More
CPAWS’ Dave Wright honoured with prestigious legal award
Dave Wright, lawyer and partner at Aikins, MacAulay & Thorvaldson LLP, was honoured with the Manitoba Bar Association’s Pro Bono Award this month. Dave was recognized for his work on … Read More