Supporting CPAWS’ conservation work is easy. There are many ways you can support our conservation programs and take action. Any way you can help is always appreciated and celebrated, thank you.
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Speak up for two ecological reserves at risk
Proposed boundary and status changes threaten two ecological reserves in Alberta’s foothills: Marshybank and Kootenay Plains. Most concerningly, this would remove protection of Marshybank’s east side to allow for commercial logging.
Send an email to [email protected] opposing these proposed changes with the help of our blog guide! Not sure what to say? We have examples to help get you started!
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Provide feedback on land use plans impacting wildlife
Three draft sub-regional plans have been released for the Red Earth, Caribou Mountains, and Berland sub-regions and are open for public engagement. All three plans prioritize expanding industrial activity over forest health and the recovery of at-risk species. We are particularly concerned about impacts on woodland caribou and wood bison survival.
Provide feedback on these draft plans before February 1, 2027 with the help of our Engagement Guide, developed in collaboration with AWA and Nature Alberta!
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Act For the Wabasca Bison Herd
The Wabasca herd, located close to Wood Buffalo National Park, is one of the few remaining disease-free wood bison populations left in the province. Ten years ago, the herd was made up of an estimated 30-40 animals. Recent surveys have found as few as nine animals remaining in the herd.
Use our letter template to let your elected representatives, ministers, and sub-regional planners know that NOW is the time to act for Wabasca wood bison before it’s too late.
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Help Protect Alberta's Caribou
Alberta has an obligation under the Species at Risk Act to support caribou survival and previously agreed to help recover caribou populations through the development of sub-regional plans.
Unfortunately, the Government of Alberta has proceeded with sub-regional plans that will destroy remaining critical habitats and threaten the survival of several caribou herds. Caribou need intact, undisturbed, and mature forests to reach self-sustaining levels.
Urge the Government of Alberta to include a credible path to caribou recovery in all sub-regional plans. Send a letter to your elected representatives letting them know that YOU want woodland caribou in your future!
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Protect the Eastern Slopes, and our headwaters, from coal.
Whether it’s coal dust, soil erosion, water pollution, restricted access to public lands, or uncertain economic benefits, Albertans across the political spectrum agree: No new coal in our Eastern Slopes.
Now, Albertans are once again demanding legislation that protects the Rockies and our headwaters. The lands and waters of this region, and the communities they support, are simply too important, yet the government continues to push its coal agenda forward. Send a letter now asking for a coal policy that reflects the requests of Albertans and prevents any new destructive coal mining.
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Repeal the All-Season Resorts Act: Protect Alberta's Parks and Public Lands
Last December, the Government of Alberta passed Bill 35, turning the All-Season Resorts Act (ASRA) into legislation and exposing our parks to delisting and our public land to privatization. This was profoundly undemocratic and unethical, and we did not agree to it. Alberta’s parks, protected areas, and public lands belong to ALL of us. Full stop. Send your letter today demanding the Act to be repealed.
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Make Your Voice Heard: A Simple Guide to Calling Your Elected Representative
Advocating for environmental protection and climate action is crucial, but many people hesitate to reach out to their elected representatives because they feel they need to be experts. The truth is, you don’t have to be an expert to tell your MLA, MP, City Councillor, or relevant minister that you care about an issue. Your voice matters and making a quick phone call can be surprisingly effective.
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Move conservation forward in Alberta.
Lasting protection for nature and wildlife in Alberta doesn’t happen overnight (although we wish it did)! Your donation fuels our fight for nature. Donate to support CPAWS Northern Alberta’s conservation efforts.