While Kananaskis is celebrating 40 years of conservation and management, the conversation about how we best manage this unique area is ongoing. There have been … Read More
A Historical Look At K-Country
Premier Peter Lougheed officially dedicated Kananaskis Country and Kananaskis Provincial Park in 1978; the park was renamed in 1986 to honour Peter Lougheed when he … Read More
STAKEHOLDER UPDATE – Wildlife fence and gate installation near Sherbrooke Lake trail head
What’s happening? Wildlife fencing and access gates are being installed along the newly twinned portion of the Trans-Canada Highway in Yoho National Park.What you need … Read More
STAKEHOLDER UPDATE: Melissa’s Road Race
WHATMelissa’s Road Race is a run/walk race that is celebrating its 39th year in Banff. The event attracts up to 4,500 participants as well as … Read More
CPAWS Congratulates Calgary Olympic Bid Committee on Considering Nature
The Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society (CPAWS) welcomes today’s potential venue announcement from the Calgary Olympic Bid Exploration Committee, which excludes the use of Lake … Read More
Ais pom o tsi op (Helping each other) To Protect our Parks and Wilderness
I just got back from an incredible week at Kainai First Nation (Blood Reserve). This year I begin the second year of an interdisciplinary, course-based … Read More
You can help create a Provincial Wildland Park in the Bighorn
Now is the time to protect the Bighorn! We need your help! A Wildland Park in the Bighorn region provides an opportunity to protect a … Read More
Help Stop the Proposed Expansion at the Sunshine Village Ski Resort!
The Sunshine Village ski resort in Banff National Park is asking Parks Canada to allow expansion, increased development, and greater use for both summer and winter operations. Banff … Read More
Support Grassland Protection in Alberta
Heritage Rangelands are a protected area designation specific for Alberta’s grasslands. Heritage Rangelands protect grassland ecosystems from further industrial disturbance and cultivation while using sustainable … Read More
Your signature today could create the next Kananaskis this year!
Kananaskis is one of the greatest outdoor assets in Southern Alberta. It is our local escape to nature where we can enjoy outdoor activity away … Read More