Forest Restoration

Caribou Habitat Protection Crucial for Cease Fire in War on Wildlife

Caribou scientists published findings today indicating that an intense war on wildlife can increase endangered Alberta and BC woodland caribou populations. Alberta Wilderness Association (AWA) is concerned that these findings could be misused by industry and government decision makers to prolong unsustainable forest exploitation while endlessly harming wildlife species. Read More

Castle Forests in Peril; Restoration Required

 

Global Forest Watch Canada’s (GFWC) newly released study indicates that the remaining intact forests in the proposed Castle Provincial Park have been significantly reduced.  Between 2000 and 2015, 76% of the forests became disturbed landscapes and are no longer secure habitat and watersheds. Read More

RBC–Evergreen Watershed Champions Award

Deadline: 
17 Apr 2015

From the Evergreen website:

Evergreen’s Watershed Champions program is designed to inspire and equip elementary and intermediate classes across Canada to learn more about their local watershed.

Children have a natural curiosity about the world around them and an instinct to care for the environment. By teaching students about the dynamics of their local watershed and how to take care of it, schools can help maintain the vitality of the ecosystem.

Find out how you can be a Watershed Champion!

Apply for the RBC–Evergreen Watershed Champions Award
We want to reward your hard work by annually recognizing outstanding achievement in watershed education. Tell us how your class is learning about and caring for your local watershed, and your school could win funding to further enhance its environmental initiatives. Learn more and apply here.

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