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November 8th, 2024

What is Outreach?

Outreach is the foundation of almost everything we do at CPAWS. As our mission states, we advocate for the effective, long-term protection of ecologically and culturally significant land, freshwater, and ocean areas in Canada. However, we can only do this with the support and signatures of Manitobans that care. 
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October 31st, 2024

Trick or Tweet

Hundreds of kids dressed up as their favourite characters and dashed along the Chickadee trail participating in pumpkin balancing, scavenger hunts, and a spoon race to celebrate Halloween. 
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October 25th, 2024

Reconnecting with Nature: Thanks to Nature Walk 2024

This October we hosted Thanks to Nature, a self-guided gratitude walk event that puts nature back in the forefront and invites you to reconnect with life, as well as, the perfect opportunity to thank nature for all the benefits it offers.
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October 10th, 2024

Public Launch of the Kitaskeenan Kaweekanawaynichikatek Conservation Project 

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
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September 27th, 2024

Chel-seeing the Wild: Meet Chelsea

We’re excited to welcome Chelsea as our new Communications Manager. With her passion she will guide the development of our communications.
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August 30th, 2024

EnviRONmental Executive: Meet Ron

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.
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August 23rd, 2024

Conservation Classroom: Meet Carly

Carly Gray is the inspiring leader of our Outdoor Education Program, bringing her vibrant passion for nature and education to every adventure.
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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 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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July 5th, 2024

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 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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