Nov
09
2020
Biodiversity and Wildlife
Nov
10
2020
Climate Change & Alberta Conservation Areas
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
Oct
29
2020
First Nations, Environmental Groups Call on Alberta and Canada to Implement Immediate Actions to Protect Boreal Caribou
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
Oct
28
2020
Alberta Forests Deserve More than the Forests Amendment Act
Last week, without any public consultation, the Alberta government proposed changes to the Forests Act. The amendments include a preamble that mentions forest ecological values and climate change, followed by revisions to facilitate forest commercial interests. Alberta Wilderness Association (AWA) believes the proposed Forests Act changes miss the opportunity for needed reforms to support forest ecosystems and transparent, inclusive forest management. Read More
Oct
26
2020
Locals and Conservationists raise concerns ahead of Grassy Mountain hearing
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
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
Oct
06
2020
Where is Parks Canada’s Plan for Jasper’s Disappearing Caribou?
One month after Jasper National Park quietly posted news that its Maligne caribou are officially extirpated and that two other caribou populations are drastically low in numbers, Parks Canada has still not revealed to Canadians how it plans to prevent the demise of its Tonquin and Brazeau caribou populations and re-occupy the Maligne range with caribou. Today Alberta Wilderness Association (AWA) is: Read More
Oct
15
2020
2020-2021 Plant Study Group Webinar Series
Oct 15 2020 - 12:00pm to 1:00pm
Oct 29 2020 - 12:00pm to 1:00pm
Nov 12 2020 - 12:00pm to 1:00pm
Nov 26 2020 - 12:00pm to 1:00pm
Dec 10 2020 - 12:00pm to 1:00pm
From the Alberta Native Plant Council:
Although we will not be able to meet in person this fall and winter for Plant Study Groups, we are pleased to announce that we will be hosting an online Webinar Series. The webinars will run biweekly on Thursdays beginning with a presentation from Lorna Allen on Thursday, October 15th at 12:00 pm. When possible, the webinars will be recorded and recordings made available to registrants to watch at a later time. Read More
Oct
01
2020
Community Grants
Organization:
Deadline:
30 Oct 2020
From the Alberta Ecotrust website:
We highly recommend all interested parties contact our grant team before you begin the application process to ensure fit. You can reach the grants team by emailing [email protected] or by calling 1-800-465-2147. Read More
Sep
24
2020
Issue Brief: Green Stimulus & a Just Recovery
The global COVID-19 pandemic has precipitated an economic downturn that has governments across Canada and around the world set to make huge investments in stimulus and recovery spending. Many are viewing this as a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to invest in a just and sustainable green economy. Read More
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