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  • Flat Cap Butchers: Connecting Urban Consumers to Regenerative Agriculture

    Flat Cap Butchers is redefining how urban consumers engage with their food by bridging the gap between ethical meat consumption and regenerative farming. Operating out of the Calgary Farmers’ Market, this whole-animal butcher shop is committed to supplying exclusively regeneratively raised beef, ensuring that every purchase supports soil health, biodiversity, and sustainable agricultural practices. Unlike…

  • Burke Creek Ranch: 135 Years of Stewardship and Regenerative Ranching

    For over a century, Burke Creek Ranch has been a dedicated steward of Alberta’s native grasslands, preserving one of the most endangered ecosystems in the world. By practicing regenerative grazing, the ranch not only produces sustainably raised beef but also actively sequesters carbon, restores soil health, and protects critical wildlife habitats. This commitment to conservation…

  • Dr. Brad Stelfox: A Legacy of Changing the Way We Think About the Landscape

    For more than 35 years, Dr. Brad Stelfox has been a driving force in reshaping how Albertans and the world understand the cumulative effects of land use. A scientist, educator, and thought leader, Dr. Stelfox has dedicated his career to helping policymakers, industry leaders, and communities make informed decisions about environmental sustainability. His groundbreaking work…

  • The Boreal Wetland Centre: A community hub for sharing knowledge on wetland and natural environment stewardship

    The Boreal Wetland Centre (BWC) is Canada’s first hands-on facility dedicated to wetland conservation, research, and education, serving as a unique gathering space for industry professionals, educators, Indigenous communities, and the public. Located in the County of Grande Prairie in Treaty 8 Territory, the BWC provides an inclusive, collaborative environment to develop innovative solutions for…

  • Adaptation Resilience Training (ART) Program: Preparing Alberta’s Next Climate Leaders

    The Adaptation Resilience Training (ART) Program is shaping Alberta’s future by equipping students and recent graduates with hands-on experience in climate adaptation and resilience. Implemented by the University of Alberta’s Sustainability Council in close collaboration with Alberta Environment and Protected Areas (AEPA), the ART program is funded by AEPA, with additional funding previously provided by…

  • Four Winds & Associates – Advancing Sustainability & Energy Efficiency for Indigenous Communities

    The Deep Retrofit Accelerator Initiative (DRAI), led by Four Winds & Associates, is empowering Indigenous communities across Alberta by providing no-cost energy audits, custom engineering support, and retrofit planning to improve the efficiency and sustainability of community infrastructure & facilities. By breaking down financial and technical barriers, the initiative ensures equitable access to energy-saving solutions…

  • Backroads Reclamation: Transforming Redevelopment Waste into a Sustainable Resource

    Backroads Reclamation is transforming how Canada manages construction and demolition (C&D) waste by rescuing wood destined for landfills and converting it into high-value, second-use products. Driven by a vision to lead Canada’s transition to a circular economy, the company is building a scalable, sustainable supply chain for reclaimed wood—preserving materials from Canada’s first-generation structures and…