Controversial wolf killing appears to help caribou, but concerns persist
SCIENCE—April 2024.
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We bring together ecology, social science, and Indigenous ways of knowing
We work with a range of partners and collaborators across western Canada to facilitate applied research and provide scientific expertise. Our work is used to support the recovery of endangered wildlife species and sustain populations in the face of increasing pressures. We are relied upon as trusted brokers of evidence in complex and sensitive policy decisions.
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Press release: Effectiveness of recovery actions for southern mountain caribou
April 17, 2024—A new paper in the journal Ecological Applications examines whether recovery actions used to increase southern mountain caribou populations in western Canada have...
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Our aim is to understand the drivers of change for wildlife populations; track changes in their habitats; and disentangle the complex interactions between species, disturbances, and climate. Restoring wildlife populations and habitat costs time and money—we provide the evidence needed to make effective, efficient decisions.
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Our work ranges from prioritizing areas for habitat restoration to determining how predator numbers and a changing landscape affect wildlife populations.
Prioritizing Habitat Restoration and Protection
Habitat loss is a leading threat to many species at risk, sparking the need for widespread and effective habitat protection and restoration. The critical habitat...
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Monitoring White-tailed Deer in the Columbia River Basin
The Columbia River Basin of British Columbia is home to the Columbia North, Frisby-Boulder, and Columbia South caribou ranges. These areas are known for their...
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Regional Industry Caribou Collaboration
The Regional Industry Caribou Collaboration (RICC) is a group of energy and forestry companies who support caribou recovery efforts in the Cold Lake, East Side of the...