Act Now for Alberta’s Wabasca Wood Bison Herd
One of Alberta’s last remaining disease-free wood bison herds is at risk of disappearing from the landscape as industry threatens…
Alberta’s sub-regional plans continue to put industrial development ahead of caribou survival and recovery
Three new draft sub-regional plans prioritize Alberta’s industrial intensification over the recovery of species that are already struggling to survive.…
Statement on Getting Major Projects Built in Canada
Conservation organizations challenging the Alberta Energy Regulator’s (AER) decision to terminate the Mine 14 public hearing are urging the Alberta…
Speak up for Wild Wood Bison in Northern Alberta
The Government of Alberta has released a draft wood bison recovery plan that is open for public engagement, marking an…
Draft Cooperation Agreement between Alberta and Canada Fast Tracks Project Approvals at the Expense of Public Interest and Accountability
CPAWS Northern and Southern Alberta are concerned about further degradation of environmental safeguards and public participation in the development of large infrastructure projects. …
Site C, growing oil sands mines, and climate change among major threats degrading on world-renowned Peace-Athabasca Delta
A new report by the World Heritage Committee has determined that Wood Buffalo National Park is increasingly unsafe from growing…
New Funding in Parks and Protected Areas welcomed but misses mark on conservation and ecological values
The Government of Alberta announced $211.3 million in funding over three years to improve current and create new campsites, build…
Alberta’s 2023 Budget Fails to Prioritize Environment and Conservation, Ignoring Widespread Public Support for Protected Areas
Alberta’s recently released budget for 2023 is causing concern for CPAWS Northern and Southern Alberta for failing to prioritize environmental…
Government of Alberta announces $8 million in public funding to OHV groups for trail maintenance and expansion
On Friday February 17, the Government of Alberta announced that an astounding $8 million in public funds will go to…
Jasper National Park Buys Out Tonquin Valley Leases to Help Caribou Survive
Conservation groups welcome Parks Canada’s recent difficult decision to buy out two horse-based backcountry lodges in Jasper National Park’s Tonquin…
Wildlife Status for Wood Bison – Righting A Historical Wrong
The Government of Alberta has announced that wood bison in northern Alberta are officially a Threatened species, providing them protections…
Jasper National Park Takes Next Step to Help Caribou Survive Winters
Conservation groups welcome Parks Canada’s decision to extend backcountry access closures for the entire snow season in Jasper’s Tonquin and Brazeau caribou ranges, where caribou are on the brink of extirpation. …