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CPAWS BC

December 18, 2017

BC bans grizzly hunt as federal government proposes listing under Species at Risk Act

Vancouver, BC — The Coast to Cascades Grizzly Bear Initiative welcomes momentum to list Grizzly Bears as a Species of …

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December 11, 2017

CPAWS-BC statement on Site C decision

Vancouver, BC – The Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society’s British Columbia chapter (CPAWS-BC) is deeply disappointed by today’s announcement from the …

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November 22, 2017

In memory of a fighter: Chloe O’Loughlin

On November 17, 2017, CPAWS and the environmental community lost Chloe O'Loughlin, a powerful advocate for wilderness conservation, and former …

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October 31, 2017

The Wilburforce Foundation’s Conservation Leadership Award honours Johnny Mikes

Vancouver, BC – The Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society’s British Columbia Chapter (CPAWS-BC) is proud to celebrate the achievements of …

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October 28, 2017

From Laggard to Leader? Canada’s renewed focus on protecting nature could deliver results

In its latest annual report on the state of protected areas in Canada, the Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society (CPAWS) …

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October 28, 2017

Government takes important step in protecting Canada’s Oceans and Seamounts

Victoria, BC – The Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society (CPAWS) today recognized the significant work on ocean conservation by the …

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October 27, 2017

New National Park Reserve finally underway to protect BC’s threatened grasslands

Osoyoos, BC — The South Okanagan-Similkameen National Park Network (SOSNPN) welcomes today’s tri-government announcement to enter discussions to create a …

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October 12, 2017

Federal government’s orca symposium failed to establish concrete action on recovery measures

Vancouver, BC — The federal government’s southern resident killer whale Symposium, held as part of the Oceans Protection Plan this …

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October 5, 2017

CPAWS applauds government commitment to establishing minimum standards for Canadian marine protected

Ottawa, ON – The Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society (CPAWS) applauds the government for recognizing the need for minimum protection …

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September 8, 2017

Canada to Host Major International MPA Conference in 2021

Vancouver, Canada – The Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society (CPAWS) is delighted to announce that Canada will be hosting the …

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August 14, 2017

Stronger management needed for threatened populations of B.C. grizzlies, beyond trophy hunt ban

The Coast to Cascade Grizzly Bear Initiative is pleased to see that today’s statement by the  Provincial Government regarding ending …

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August 9, 2017

Conservationists urge government to establish Marine Protected Areas to protect endangered whales

Vancouver, BC – According to the Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society (CPAWS), urgent measures need to be taken to protect …

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August 4, 2017

PM paddles in proposed Southern Strait of Georgia NMCA: Conservationists urge protection

Vancouver, BC – The Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society BC Chapter are pleased to see Prime Minister Trudeau and his …

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July 24, 2017

Canada lags behind the world in land protection: CPAWS report

Vancouver, BC – In its latest annual report on the state of protected areas in Canada, the Canadian Parks and …

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June 20, 2017

Changes to Canada’s Oceans Act a good start say conservationists, but more is needed

Ottawa, ON – The Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society (CPAWS) welcomed the proposed changes to the Oceans Act and the …

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June 7, 2017

CPAWS expresses concern about Canada’s approach to Other Effective Area-based Conservation Measures

Ottawa, ON – The Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society (CPAWS) today responded to Minister Dominic LeBlanc’s announcement about Fisheries and …

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May 24, 2017

Canada proposes large marine protected area in BC

Vancouver, BC – The Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society (CPAWS) cautiously welcomes the announcement of a potential new large marine protected …

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April 28, 2017

Reducing Vulnerability to Climate Change in Northern BC

Over the past 100 years, temperatures in Northern B.C. have increased by nearly three times the global average, and local …

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April 12, 2017

BC’s new Boreal Caribou Plan is an improvement, but leaves questions unanswered

Vancouver, BC – The Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society’s BC Chapter (CPAWS-BC) welcomes the provincial government’s proposed Boreal Caribou Recovery …

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March 23, 2017

New campsites a welcome addition, but need long-term funding

Vancouver, BC – The Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society’s BC Chapter (CPAWS-BC) welcomes the B.C. Government’s announcement today about new campsites being …

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March 6, 2017

New report indicates BC government not doing enough to protect caribou in South Peace region

Vancouver, BC – A new report on the protection of Southern Mountain Caribou in B.C. (Central Group populations) suggests that …

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February 16, 2017

Saving Canada’s Sea of Glass: Conservation groups welcome Canada’s newest MPA

Vancouver, BC – The Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society (CPAWS) is celebrating a new marine protected area for Canada’s ancient …

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February 3, 2017

New Funding for BC Parks and Additional Park Rangers

Vancouver, BC – CPAWS-BC welcomes the B.C. government’s announcement yesterday of an increase in funding for BC Parks, totaling $25M over …

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December 30, 2016

CPAWS welcomes opportunity to improve protection of Scott Islands marine National Wildlife Area

Vancouver, BC – The Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society (CPAWS) is concerned about the weak protection measures that have been …