Manitoba Parks

by Neil Bailey, and Ron Thiessen It meant a lot to gather in a good way. Members of the CPAWS team had the incredible opportunity to attend the public launch of the Kitaskeenan Kaweekanawaynichikatek Indigenous Protected Area project from September 2nd – 6th at the Fox Lake Cree Nation Culture

We’re excited to welcome Chelsea as our new Communications Manager. With her passion she will guide the development of our communications.

Ron Thiessen is the inspiring Executive Director of CPAWS Manitoba. He has been instrumental in establishing 23 parks and protected areas in Manitoba with CPAWS.

Carly Gray is the inspiring leader of our Outdoor Education Program, bringing her vibrant passion for nature and education to every adventure.

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.

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.

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

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

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

The provincial government’s lack of investment in nature could cost Manitobans dearly. Conserving nature is an essential and cost-effective part of the climate solution and it needs to be acted on immediately.

Premier Kinew’s government needs to make a substantial investment to achieve its ambitious target of protecting 30% of Manitoba by 2030.

The upcoming Manitoba budget needs to show a strong investment in protecting nature, CPAWS and Audubon wrote in a Winnipeg Free Press op-ed.