Celebrating all that we did to steward a future for Alberta’s wild spaces and species in 2022
New poll reveals Albertan’s attitudes towards parks and protected areas in direct opposition to recent ministerial changes
The majority of Albertans think that not enough land is protected in the province.
Government of Alberta’s Decision to Merge Ministries of Parks and Forestry an Alarming Development
October 26, 2022Calgary | Mohkinstsis CPAWS Northern and Southern Alberta are deeply alarmed about the changes to parks management announced this past week by the … Read More
Navigating nature with a disability
When I was eight, I ventured barefoot into a grove of trees behind my parents’ house in southern Saskatchewan
New directive results in changes to Provincial Parks Act
Yesterday, Alberta Environment and Parks has made its first use of the new provisions brought in by Bill 21, the “Red Tape Reduction Statues Ammendment Act,” by introducing a Provincial Parks General Directive.
CPAWS Southern Alberta’s Education Program Celebrates 25th Anniversary
The Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society’s Southern Alberta chapter is celebrating 25 years of delivering award-winning outdoor learning and environmental education to students, seniors, faith … Read More
Okay. Now. Here. Find your sit spot.
A sit spot is a space outdoors where you and your senses can intermingle. It’s a place outside that is all your own that is close, comfy, and constant. What does your sit spot look like?
Unearthing the impacts of coal exploration in Alberta
Coal in Alberta isn’t over – the vast industrial footprint left by exploration activity continues to damage both lands and waters, and there is currently … Read More
Silvertip Gondola proposal presents risks to wildlife and habitat in the Bow Valley
The Bow Valley is buzzing these days with talk of yet another gondola. This gondola is being proposed by Stone Creek Resorts, the corporation which … Read More
Town of High River passes “A Coal Policy for Alberta,” joining 30 organizations in endorsing a coal-free future for Alberta
The Town of High River made history as the first municipality to endorse “A Coal Policy for Alberta – 2022 and Beyond”