Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society

Nov
11
2020

Canada and Alberta reach agreement on woodland caribou conservation and recovery

On October 23, the governments of Canada and Alberta announced that they had reached an agreement for the conservation and recovery of Woodland Caribou in Alberta. The agreement follows years of pressure from First Nations and environmental groups including a 2019 lawsuit calling on the courts to compel the Minister of Environment and Climate Change to recommend a safety net order to protect boreal caribou habitat. While recognizing the agreement as a necessary first step, environmental organizations remain concerned, particularly that the timelines contained within the agreement are not fast enough to protect threatened herds.

Read more about Canada and Alberta reach agreement on woodland caribou conservation and recovery>
Biodiversity and Wildlife
Wildlife Protection
Environmental Law & Policy
Indigienous Peoples Issues
Alberta Wilderness Association
Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society
Ecojustice
Issue Briefs
Nov
10
2020

Climate Change & Alberta Conservation Areas

CPAWS Northern Alberta
Nov 10 2020 - 10:30am to 11:30am

Climate Change is a problem that affects every person around the globe. One of the easiest most cost-effective strategies is to increase the quantity and quality of the conservation areas that protect critical lands and waters. We can do this right here in Canada. We already use and enjoy these areas for our recreation and relaxation, but they are also a critical component in dealing with climate change. Find out how you can help, join our Zoom conversation to find out more. Read more about Climate Change & Alberta Conservation Areas

Source: Facebook Event
Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society
Climate Change
Biodiversity and Wildlife
Oct
29
2020

First Nations, Environmental Groups Call on Alberta and Canada to Implement Immediate Actions to Protect Boreal Caribou

Athabasca Chipewyan First Nation
Mikisew Cree First Nation
Alberta Wilderness Association
The David Suzuki Foundation
Ecojustice

The Alberta Wilderness Association, Athabasca Chipewyan First Nation (ACFN), Mikisew Cree First Nation (MCFN), David Suzuki Foundation and Ecojustice say a recent agreement between Canada and Alberta regarding boreal caribou may leave the iconic species in peril unless Alberta takes immediate protective actions. Read more about First Nations, Environmental Groups Call on Alberta and Canada to Implement Immediate Actions to Protect Boreal Caribou

Source: Alberta Wilderness Association
Alberta Wilderness Association
Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society
Ecojustice
Biodiversity and Wildlife
Wildlife Protection
Environmental Law & Policy
Oct
26
2020

Locals and Conservationists raise concerns ahead of Grassy Mountain hearing

CPAWS Southern Alberta

Ranchlands, Alberta – On October 27th, the joint Federal-Provincial review hearing will commence for the Grassy Mountain Coal project. Several groups are concerned how the mine will impact the environment and way of life. Benga Mining Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of Riversdale Resources Ltd., is proposing to construct and operate an open-pit metallurgical coal mine near the Crowsnest Pass, approximately seven kilometres north of the community of the town of Blairmore. Read more about Locals and Conservationists raise concerns ahead of Grassy Mountain hearing

Source: CPAWS Southern Alberta
Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society
Climate Change
Biodiversity and Wildlife
Wilderness & Parks
Coal
Mining
Oct
09
2020

Herd of caribou in Jasper National Park declared extirpated

A herd of caribou in Jasper National Park – the Maligne herd – is now considered locally extinct. Two other caribou herds in the region may be on the same path to extirpation because they don’t have enough breeding females to grow the herds.

AEN member groups are calling for immediate action to halt the decline of caribou populations in the remaining herds. Read more about Herd of caribou in Jasper National Park declared extirpated

Biodiversity and Wildlife
Outdoor Recreation
Wilderness & Parks
Wildlife Protection
Alberta Wilderness Association
Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society
Issue Briefs
Sep
21
2020

Issue Brief: Closing and delisting Alberta parks

Updated: September 21, 2020

The province is planning to close 20 parks sites and delist another 164 sites, although the timing is still uncertain. Internal government documents show there was no analysis of costs, public were excluded from consultation and land sales have been considered. Despite a government announcement of investments in Alberta parks infrastructure, the government indicated its intention to move forward with the previously-announced closures.

Latest updates

Read more about Issue Brief: Closing and delisting Alberta parks>
Biodiversity and Wildlife
Wilderness & Parks
Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society
Issue Briefs
Sep
15
2020

Government investment in Alberta Parks infrastructure is encouraging, but 175 parks still set to be removed

CPAWS Northern Alberta
CPAWS Southern Alberta

Calgary – CPAWS Northern and Southern Alberta Chapters are pleased to see the government’s investment in parks infrastructure. However, we are dismayed to hear the Minister continues to move forward with removing 175 parks from the Parks System. The Premier stated in the announcement that “Albertans are a stubborn bunch” and we agree. Albertans from across the province continue to ask for a commitment from this government that all of these parks will remain protected within the parks system. Read more about Government investment in Alberta Parks infrastructure is encouraging, but 175 parks still set to be removed

Source: CPAWS Southern Alberta
Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society
Biodiversity and Wildlife
Outdoor Recreation
Wilderness & Parks
Wildlife Protection
Sep
10
2020

Alberta’s habitat restoration projects a step in the right direction, but need to consider larger conservation goals

CPAWS Northern Alberta
CPAWS Southern Alberta

CPAWS Southern and Northern Alberta chapters are encouraged to see the government’s investment of $9.7-million in restoration projects to benefit habitat for Alberta’s threatened caribou and native trout. The focus on initiatives like restoring disturbances in caribou habitat, improving connectivity in fragmented southern landscapes, and restoring important native fish habitats are important and overdue steps towards species at risk recovery. These initiatives also benefit Albertans by providing important employment opportunities and contributing to our economic recovery. Read more about Alberta’s habitat restoration projects a step in the right direction, but need to consider larger conservation goals

Source: CPAWS Northern Alberta
Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society
Biodiversity and Wildlife
Wildlife Protection

Pages

Subscribe to Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society