New Canada Post stamps highlight the ecological importance of wolves in Canada
Canada Post has issued new stamps celebrating wolves and their important role as a keystone species, shaping and sustaining the…
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Genetic legacy and ecological differences of grey wolves (Canis lupus) in southern British Columbia
Grey wolves (Canis lupus) historically occupied much of southern British Columbia, including west coast temperate rainforest ecosystems. However, widespread predator…
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The grizzly hunt is no way to solve conflict between humans and bears
The B.C. Wildlife Federation is shooting from the hip again. Within 24 hours of a tragic bear attack, in November,…
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Wolves, tools, and intelligence
It’s a cool evening in May of 2024 on a beach in Bella Bella, British Columbia, the traditional territory of…
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Episode 7: A special tribute to wolves and women with Paul Paquet
In this episode of Raincoast Radio’s Of Wolves and Women, large carnivore expert and Raincoast Senior Scientist Dr. Paul Paquet…
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Remembering Gudrun “Gudy” Pflüger (1972-2023)
On August 17, 2023, we lost a dear friend and colleague: Gudrun “Gudy” Pflüger. As a former professional cross-country skier…
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Episode 5: Wolf genetics and ecology with Astrid Vik Stronen
In this episode of Raincoast Radio’s Of Wolves and Women, conservation biologist and genetics researcher Dr. Astrid Vik Stronen discusses…
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The science and ethics of wolf conservation
Marked by a long history of persecution and astonishing resilience, wolves continue to be in the crosshairs of both the…
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Backgrounder: Wildlife killing contests
Few issues require as much innovation and cooperation as the conservation and management of large carnivores and their prey. Use…
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Bright extinction: Scientists have coined this term to describe the situation facing Southern Resident killer whales
In 2015, scientists from the Raincoast Conservation Foundation teamed up with international experts to model the viability of critically endangered…
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New study coins the term ‘bright extinction’ to describe the failure of Southern Resident killer whales to recover, despite being the best studied cetaceans in the world
Raincoast, in collaboration with a team of international scientists, authored a new study on the potential to recover the critically…
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Letter in Science states that Canada’s wolf cull subsidizes industry
Wolf control, often presented as a ‘solution’ to stabilize caribou populations, ultimately allows continued approval by governments of resource exploitation,…
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Our shared future
From their position at the apex of the natural world, large carnivores, such as wolves, bears, and cougars, play important…
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The inaugural 2023 Raincoast Ocean Science Awards
Last Thursday, Raincoast hosted the Raincoast Ocean Science Awards and celebrated outstanding achievements by individuals and groups striving to protect…
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New research on ecotypes clarifies how they can illuminate our understanding of adaptation and evolution
New research looks at an important intersection between evolutionary biology and conservation management. Ecotypes are variants within a species, which…
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Five Years Following a Wild Wolf Pack
The Kootenay Wolves – Five years Following a Wild Wolf Pack is a spectacularly illustrated photography book by John E….
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On ensuring animal welfare in research using live capture
A recent journal article, published in Methods in Ecology and Evolution, draws attention to the need for consistent and high…
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Research: The eroding social license to hunt carnivores
A new study suggests killing predators like wolves, grizzly bears, and cougars for trophy is a potential threat not only…
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A path to protection for BC’s wolves
Takaya, the lone grey wolf, spent years living on an island near Victoria, BC. On leaving the island, he was…
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Dr. Paul Paquet Wolf School episode 01 – The ecology and history of wolves
Wolf School is your opportunity to deepen your understanding of wolves, wolf ecology, biology and the issues they face for…
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Raincoast launches Wolf School in partnership with the Wolf Conservation Center
Raincoast Conservation and Wolf Conservation Center are launching Wolf school this Wednesday, August 19. Register for free. Our aim is…
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Your invitation to Wolf School
Sights and sounds of wolves, even their mere mention, evoke powerful emotions in we humans. My own curiosity spiked on…
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In memory of Dr. Michael Soulé
Michael Soulé’s work has been central to the growth of conservation science. He has been called the grandfather of conservation…
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It’s time to take action for wolves in British Columbia
The senseless trophy killing of Takaya, the ‘lone wolf’ made famous by his stay on Discovery Island, once again brings…
