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June 13, 2024
We're heading to the Upper Highwood in Kananaskis with an artist and expert. The area has a planned clearcut project that could see 1,100 hectares cut down for industrial logging. As well, Northback Holdings’ messaging between the public and officials are at odds, Alberta’s new tailings committee a repeat of six others; yet no reports, and we have more events planned!
May 29, 2024
Frank Lake is a place we return to each year, and it's not just because we love birdwatching; Kennedy give a recap of ABMI's new biodiversity mapping tool; we'll be at the Calgary Search and Rescue annual fair on Saturday; we need volunteers for our summer casino; and more!
May 15, 2024
Oil and gas companies behind Canada's largest carbon capture project want to shirk environmental responsibilities; Devon updates the cougar hunt file with a response from the minister; Kennedy reminds us to rejoice the rain and we have many events that you'll like!
May 1, 2024
Alberta is in a drought. We need action now to preserve the water we have.
April 17, 2024
We had an intern join us for one week; Devon gives an update on a vision for movement in Banff National Park; our Earth Day BBQ is this weekend; and much more!
March 20, 2024
Here's how to write your own letter to government to ask that free-roaming bison are redesignated as wildlife (not livestock. As well, join our annual crocus hunt adventure; enter our photo contest; come to our film festival and we have the latest count on sage-grouse.
March 6, 2024
Our new map shows only TWO of the proposed major oil and gas projects in Alberta would be able to go ahead if the same restrictions just announced for renewable energy development were applied to the oil and gas industry. As well, Kennedy has an update on several coal projects in Alberta, and we have a few adventures lined up for you.
February 21, 2024
In this edition Amy and Ruiping talk about AUC's recently released analysis report that looks at Alberta’s electricity market. And, Devon gives an update on the Upper Highwood logging project — spoiler: it's an pause, for now. We have some events for you to look forward to and check out our "in the news" section.
February 7, 2024
This newsletter is about how you can make your voice heard.
January 24, 2024
We're having a conversation about the Alberta Energy Regulator and its current role; Caribou conservation made an incremental step forward; Ruiping Luo gives a recap of the Transboundary Grasslands Partnership workshop; and we have lots of events in the works.
January 10, 2024
Our staff tell you what we're looking forward to this year; Kennedy and Ruiping attended a webinar examining pollinator-friendly solar sites; we have upcoming events and more!
December 13, 2023
We'd like to wish you and yours a wonderful holiday and a happy new year! Phillip brings you a note on recent federal government announcements; the new Wild Lands Advocate is out; a heads up on upcoming events and some headlines.
November 30, 2023
Did you know fire is an essential natural process in grassland ecosystems? Learn about it at our upcoming event on Dec. 5! Phillip also discusses how McClelland Lake (and whether it will be mined) is tied to COP28, on this week in Dubai; and our Wild Lands Advocate winter edition will be out soon. Keep your eyes peeled for it.
November 15, 2023
Our annual lecture event with Dr. Leroy Little Bear is this Friday. We also have longtime biologist Lorne Fitch presenting his new book in November at AWA. As well, Kennedy introduces our new pollinators webpage and Ruiping gives a rundown of our trip to Edmonton.
November 1, 2023
You’ve heard us speak out about McClelland Lake Wetland Complex over recent months — maybe even years if you’ve been with us for a while. Right now, we’re asking people to stand with us as we try to save the special wetland from sure destruction by the planned mining set to start there in 2025. Also: we have a new book club and some awesome events coming up.
October 18, 2023
It's important to talk about grizzly bear population in discussions about the bears' management; Kennedy explains why it's difficult to get a say in regulatory decisions; Ruiping gives an update on submissions to the Alberta Utilities Commission; sign up for our live talk on McClelland Lake Wetland Complex on Nov. 4 in Edmonton; and more.
October 4, 2023
We have a number of fall events for the public; major changes are set for Canmore; Ruiping explains agroecosystems; Phillip sent a letter to Environment and Climate Change Canada about tailings; the Autumn 2023 Wild Lands Advocate is now available digitally; and more.
September 20, 2023
Read about our trip to McClelland Lake Wetland Complex; find out how you can get involved in the effort to stop the logging in the Upper Highwood in Kananaskis; Grassy Mountain may be under threat again; and much more.
September 6, 2023
Kennedy and Devon report back from their stewardship trip to the Beehive Natural Area; Ruiping publishes a report on public land sales; Phillip and Amy head out to McClelland Lake Wetland Complex for a paddling trip; AWA volunteer Karina will be live on the radio on her eighth birthday to chat about her 8-8-8 summit challenge and fundraiser for wilderness.
August 23, 2023
Two AWA staff members get ready for a paddle trip in McClelland Lake Wetland Complex; Ruiping gives a statement on the Alberta government's moratorium on renewable energy projects; Kennedy sends in a letter of concern over Summit's Mine 14 proposal in Grande Cache; and more.
August 9, 2023
AWA volunteer Karina takes on eight hikes before her eighth birthday; Devon gives a summary of AWA's 15-year Bighorn OHV report; Kennedy raises concerns of Big Hill Springs receives Water Act approval; and more.
July 26, 2023
Showing off some bioblitz photos; Devon Earl reviews the Forestry and Parks Mandate Letter; Kennedy Halvorson gives a recap of AWA's BBQ; Phillip Meintzer comments on the federal government's policy change on fossil fuel subsidies; Debb Donnelly gives a garden update; and we have more spots available in an August adventure.
July 12, 2023
We're having a BBQ at our place; we celebrated a small win in our McClelland Lake campaign, Ruiping and Kennedy report on their trip to the KEPA Summit last month and AWA welcomed a new staff member: Loreen Ayuda.
June 28, 2023
Our message about the decline in Alberta sage-grouse is getting out there; Ruiping attended the Prairie Conservation Forum; Meet Kennedy Halvorson, our newest conservation specialist, we're holding a BBQ in July; and more.
June 14, 2023
We’ve taken another big step in our fight to protect the McClelland Lake Wetland Complex from the impacts of oilsands mining. As well, we celebrated AWA conservation director Carolyn Campbell's retirement; your input is being welcomed on the draft 2030 Biodiversity Strategy; the Wild Lands Advocate summer edition is now out; Calgary Climate Hub's podcast will feature AWA's Devon Earl and more.
