Support Our Mission

Blog

  • Provincial Leadership in Biological Control for Invasive Plants

    Invasive plants pose a significant threat to Alberta’s ecosystems, agriculture, and economy, often spreading in areas where traditional control methods are difficult or unsuitable. Maintaining effective, long-term management requires coordination between research, policy, and on-the-ground action. When federal delivery of biological control programs was no longer sustainable, the Alberta Invasive Species Council stepped in to…

  • Volunteer Wildlife Ambassadors

    As visitation to the Bow Valley and Kananaskis Country continues to grow, so does the risk of human-wildlife conflict. Increased recreation, development, and changing environmental conditions are putting added pressure on wildlife, while many visitors lack the knowledge needed to safely share these spaces. The Volunteer Wildlife Ambassador Program addresses this gap through peer-to-peer education…

  • Come Grow With Us Passive Solar Greenhouse

    As Normandeau School expanded to serve students from Kindergarten through Grade 8, gaps in hands-on learning emerged, leaving many students without opportunities to explore real-world environmental solutions. The Come Grow With Us Passive Solar Greenhouse was created to address these challenges, offering a living classroom where students engage directly with food production, environmental systems, and…

  • Reducing the Impact of Restoration Waste

    When disasters like floods and fires strike, speed is critical. In the restoration industry, that urgency has traditionally meant large volumes of mixed debris sent straight to landfill, contributing to a growing waste problem. Complete Care Restoration set out to change that. What began as a pilot project in 2022 has evolved into a company-wide…

  • Lac La Biche Watershed Management

    Lac La Biche Lake has faced decades of pressure from nutrient buildup, evolving land use, and shoreline disturbance, leading to recurring algal blooms, declining water quality, and impacts on fish habitat and recreation. These challenges highlighted the need for a coordinated, long-term approach to protect the lake and its surrounding watershed. The Watershed Management Plan…

  • Youth Water Council in the North Saskatchewan River Watershed

    As environmental challenges grow and experienced professionals retire, there is an increasing need for young people to step into roles that support and protect Alberta’s water systems. At the same time, many youth lack opportunities to connect with their local watershed in meaningful, hands-on ways. The Youth Water Council is addressing this future gap by…

  • Eco Column: Turning Plastic Waste Into Sustainable Post Frame Foundations

    Plastic waste and short-lived building materials are often treated as separate challenges, yet both contribute to growing environmental strain. While large volumes of difficult-to-recycle plastics continue to end up in landfills, traditional post frame construction methods rely on materials that degrade over time, leading to repeated replacement, waste, and increased emissions. Grey is Green has…

  • Doug Kaupp: A Legacy of Smart Water Management in Southwest Alberta

    For more than three decades, Doug Kaupp has quietly shaped how water is managed, protected, and valued across southern Alberta. In a region where drought, low river flows, and competing demands place constant pressure on water systems, his work has helped ensure that communities, industries, and ecosystems can continue to rely on a safe and…

  • Monitoring Alberta’s Native Bee Biodiversity

    Native bees are essential pollinators that support healthy ecosystems and agricultural productivity across Alberta. Yet despite more than 370 native bee species living in the province, nearly two-thirds lack enough data to determine their conservation status. Without reliable information on where species occur and how populations are changing, protecting pollinators and the ecosystems that depend…

  • The Drumheller Flood Mitigation Program

    Located along the Red Deer River in Alberta’s Badlands, the Town of Drumheller has experienced several major floods over the past century, including eight significant flood events that have threatened homes, infrastructure, and the surrounding landscape. As flood risk increased, the community recognized the need to move beyond emergency response toward a long-term solution that…