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Canadian Conservation Organizations

Alberta Department of the Environment
Concerned with preserving and enhancing Alberta's environment and in managing use of natural resources.
Alberta Environmental Network
Non-profit organization dedicated to helping Albertans achieve and maintain a healthy environment.
British Columbia Ministry of Environment, Lands & Parks
Responsible for management, protection and enhancement of BC's environment, including provincial parks, recreation areas and ecological reserves.
Canadian Environmental Assessment Agency
Responsible for federal environmental assessments that contribute to decision making in support of sustainable development.
Canadian Environmental Law Association
Advocates comprehensive laws, standards and policies to protect and enhance environmental quality throughout Canada and disseminates public information to assist in addressing environmental problems.
Canadian Environmental Network
Involves public interest groups concerned with the environment in consultations on environmental legislation, policies and programs.  
Canadian Nature Federation
A non-profit, membership organization concerned with promoting the conservation of wildlife. Publishes Nature Canada magazine.
Canadian Parks and Recreation Association
Advocates the benefits of leisure, parks, recreation and environmental protection to the quality of life for Canadians.
Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society
A non-profit, membership organization interested in protecting Canada’s wild ecosystems in parks, wilderness and similar natural areas, preserving the full diversity of habitats and their species.
Canadian Wildlife Federation
Concerned with protection of wildlife and natural resources in Canada. Offers extensive information and education programs and conducts research relating to wildlife and the environment.
Canadian Wildlife Service
Part of Environment Canada, it handles issues involving wildlife that are the responsibility of the federal government, including protection and management of migratory birds, and nationally significant habitat and endangered species. 
Environment Canada
Government Department concerned with environmental protection and conservation.
Fisheries and Oceans Canada
On behalf of the Government of Canada, responsible for managing and protecting the marine and freshwater and environment as well as fisheries resources.
Friends of the Earth Canada
Non-profit environmental organization concerned with promoting research, education, and advocacy.
Friends of Jasper National Park
Non-profit organization assisting Parks Canada to promote understanding and appreciation for the natural ecosystems and cultural heritage of Jasper National Park and surrounding areas.
Friends of Yoho Society
Non-profit organization that promotes understanding and enjoyment of Yoho National Park through a variety of activities and projects.
Greenpeace Canada
Canadian branch of Greenpeace International, an organization dedicated to preserving the earth and the environment through direct, non-violent action.
Manitoba Department of the Environment
Responsible for ensuring a high level of environmental quality, including the administration and enforcement of legislation and regulations pertaining to the environment and public health.
Natural History Society of Newfoundland and Labrador
Interested in promoting the enjoyment and protection of all wildlife and natural history resources in the Province of Newfoundland and Labrador and surrounding waters.
Natural Resources Canada
Federal government department concerned with management of land and natural resources, including energy, minerals and metals, forests and earth sciences.
New Brunswick Department of the Environment
Concerned with protecting and enhancing the environment of New Brunswick.
Parks Canada
Maintains Canada's national parks, park reserves, and national historic sites, located in every province and territory.
Sierra Club - Canada
Dedicated to exploring and protecting the earth's wildlands and promoting the responsible use of the earth's resources. Canadian national office is located in Ottawa.
World Wildlife Fund Canada
Dedicated to protecting world's threatened wildlife and the biological resources they depend on.
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