The past year was marked by numerous controversial wildlife management decisions in B.C. Wolf culls, grizzly bear hunting, urban deer culls and other trapping issues led the headlines, while concerns for cetacean captivity also grew. However, the public and many experts alike are now questioning why and how wild animals are killed or captured “in the name of conservation.”

While the winter months certainly bring fewer patients to wildlife rehabilitation centres, behind the scenes, these facilities are still a hive of activity! Check out what goes on after the rush of baby season to help wildlife rehabilitators get ready for their next influx of patients. A life-sized version of ‘Tetris’ to organize kennels is just one of the activities!

Did you know that citizen scientists help researchers answer key questions about wildlife health and behaviour? From monitoring frog calls to photographing humpback whale tails, there are many ways to get involved – and no formal scientific training is required! Support wildlife conservation where you live; take part in citizen science projects happening right here in B.C.

There are just a few days left in the public consultation period for the B.C. Government’s proposed changes to increase grizzly bear and wolf hunting – deadline January 31, 2016.

You might have made some New Year’s resolutions at the beginning of the month, but taking action to support and celebrate our wild neighbours can happen all year long.

February 29 is the fourth annual National Cupcake Day for SPCAs
& Humane Societies. Help wildlife in need by baking cupcakes in exchange for donations.

Want to increase your wildlife knowledge and meet fellow wildlife enthusiasts? Here are a few key meetings coming up in 2016 that are open for the public to attend.