Celebrating Larch Sanctuary

May 1, 2017

Many gathered together to celebrate the permanent protection of Larch Sanctuary.

Little Brown Bat

April 25, 2017

Little brown bats are gentle and shy nocturnal, flying mammals.

Protecting Agricultural Land in the City

April 11, 2017

A conservation easement would conserve this fertile land for future generations.

Canada Lynx

February 7, 2017

The Canada lynx is one of three Canadian members of the cat family (Felidae) including the bobcat and cougar. They are elusive nighttime hunters that are rarely seen in the wild.

Fun Facts: Terrific Trees

March 14, 2016

Do you know what coniferous means?

White-tailed Deer

March 3, 2016

White-tailed deer are an iconic species in the Alberta countryside.

Coyote

March 3, 2016

The coyote is a medium-sized wild canine, a relative of both the wolf and your family dog, though a coyote has several distinct features and traits.

Beaver

March 3, 2016

Beavers are keystone species literally and symbolically in Canada - these engineers have a larger-than-life impact on their surroundings and have even claimed their fame as our national emblem.

Moose

March 3, 2016

Moose are majestic giants who move quietly through the forest, rarely giving themselves away with a sound, but rather drawing your eye to their large shadowy figure.

Porcupine

March 3, 2016

Porcupines are gentle, misunderstood creatures who slowly, quietly wander our forests.

Fisher

March 3, 2016

The fisher is possibly the swiftest and most agile member of the weasel family.

Horned Grebe

February 25, 2016

The Horned Grebe is one of several species of grebes that live in Alberta.

Common Loon

February 25, 2016

Common Loons are hard to miss on Canadian lakes - if you don't spot these large tuxedo waterbirds in the middle of the lake, you are sure to hear its yodeling calls.