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The Alberta Environmental Network (AEN) connects Albertans and environmental groups that are dedicated to preserving and protecting Alberta’s environment. As a non-profit and non-partisan organization, the AEN supports collaboration of the environmental community throughout the province.

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Connecting Alberta’s environmental groups

We are a network of individuals and groups working together on shared concerns. AEN members include individuals and representatives from member groups that connect, collaborate and share information.

The AEN is a link between the environmental community and government, industry, the media and all Albertans.

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Albertans and environmental groups are welcome to join the AEN as members – there are memberships for both individuals and groups. Members contribute to preserving and protecting Alberta’s environment by sharing information and collaborating on shared issues. Learn more about becoming a member of the AEN.

The AEN supports an inclusive and diverse environmental community for all Albertans. 

Climbers and Runners Make Earth Day Event Best Ever

Alberta Wilderness Association

News Release: April 22, 2006

Almost 1000 climbers and runners gave their all to climb the stairs of the Calgary Tower in support of Alberta's wilderness and wildlife, making this the best Climb ever. Climbers between the ages of 2 and 91 years made almost 2000 ascents up the 802 stairs to the top of the Calgary Tower. They make the annual Climb for Wilderness and Run for Wilderness one of the best and most fun Earth Day events held in Calgary.

"The enthusiasm of our climbers and runners for this event and their support for Alberta's wilderness is inspiring," says Christyann Olson, AWA Executive Director. This year's event has raised more than $100,000 and counting. The event raises awareness of and support for wilderness and wildlife protection in Alberta. Read More

Wild Lands Advocate April 2006

Alberta Wilderness Association

The April 2006 issue of Wild Lands Advocate is now available at http://www.albertawilderness.ca.

Inside This Issue:

Out Front

The Quiet Urbanization of the Backcountry: Part 3 Solving the Problem of Agricultural Subsidies

Alberta Wilderness Watch

  • Bully Tactics and Careless Promises: Alberta Energy Hijacks Rumsey Again
  • Willmore's Fire Plan Promising But Needs Master Management Plan as Foundation
  • Radio Program Features Andy Russell

Public Workshop: "Health, Culture & Oil & Gas - Some Human Rights Issues"

Friday April 28, 2006
10:00 am - 4:30 PM (Registration starts at 9:30 am)
Ranchland Administration Building
Chain Lakes, AB

This Workshop will explore the links between human rights law and oil and gas development in Alberta. It will focus on two primary areas of concern - health and culture, or way of life. The Workshop will examine such human rights as the right to health, the right to a clean and healthy environment, and the right to cultural integrity. It will consider how these rights might apply to the development of oil and gas in Alberta.

The Workshop is organized by the Canadian Institute of Resources Law and the Alberta Civil Liberties Research Centre with funding from the Alberta Law Foundation. The cost is $40.00 ($25.00 for students/seniors) and includes all materials, coffee, snacks and lunch. To register, contact Pat Albrecht at (403) 220-3974 or email [email protected]. We hope to see you there. Read More

Action Alert: Speak Out Against West Fraser and their Destruction of Critical Wildlife Habitat in Alberta and British Columbia

Alberta Foothills Network

On April 26th at 11:00 am, Canadian logging giant West Fraser is holding their Annual General Meeting in Edmonton, at the Fairmont Hotel MacDonald.

West Fraser claims to be fully committed to sustainable forest management in their tenured areas. However, in collusion with the provincial governments of Alberta and British Columbia, West Fraser continues to log critical caribou and grizzly bear habitat on our public lands.

West Fraser holds tenure rights to over half of the Alberta Foothills ecoregion, which contains the last remaining intact woodland caribou habitat in Alberta. This is also the last intact habitat of its kind that continues to support grizzly bear populations. West Fraser is also the primary tenure-holder in much of the inland temperate rainforest of British Columbia, which is the only place in the world where mountain caribou live. Despite their stated commitment to sustainable forest management, West Fraser continues to log in these ecologically sensitive areas. Read More

Spin Around the Clock

Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society - Edmonton Chapter

Once again, the Livia Stoyke Foundation is putting on a 24-hour stationary biking relay in support of four local charities, including CPAWS! This event will be held at West Edmonton Mall Ice Palace from Friday, May 12 at 6pm to Saturday, May 13 at 6pm. Consider entering a team, or signing up to cycle a shift for the CPAWS team. We are also looking to borrow a trainer for the CPAWS team. Please contact Tamara if you are interested in participating, or if you know where we may be able to track down a trainer for the CPAWS team. Read More

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