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SECRETS OF THE BLAKISTON FAN: ISOLATED BUTTERFLY REVEALED AS NEW SPECIES

23 April 2025 (Calgary, AB) – Hidden in the wind-swept grasslands of Waterton Lakes National Park, a tiny butterfly has been keeping a big secret. Long believed to be just...

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Inside the Wilder Institute Whooping Crane Conservation Breeding Program

Amid North America’s wetlands, the whooping crane stands as a symbol of resilience. Towering at 1.5 meters with a wingspan stretching over two meters, this striking bird is impossible to...

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Reflecting on 2024: A Year in Conservation

Reflecting on 2024: A Year in Conservation 2024 was a remarkable year filled with milestones, collaborations, and advancements in wildlife conservation. We are deeply grateful for your unwavering support, which...

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SAVING SPECIES TOGETHER: VEREN AND THE WILDER INSTITUTE UNITE FOR CONSERVATION

04 MARCH 2025 (Calgary, AB) Veren has renewed its commitment to wildlife conservation with a generous contribution of $225,000 over three years. This funding will support the Wilder Institute’s Burrowing...

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MAJOR FUNDING BOOST FOR CONSERVATION AND COMMUNITY RESILIENCE IN GHANA

The Wilder Institute is celebrating a transformative step forward for conservation and community development in Ghana. As part of Canada’s commitment to strengthening climate action and supporting vulnerable communities, the...

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Wilder Institute Welcomes Dr. Kyle Burks as New President & CEO

17 January 2025 (Calgary, AB) – Dr. Kyle Burks was announced as the new President & CEO of the Wilder Institute earlier today. “Dr. Burks is a passionate advocate of...

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