Apex predators are more than symbols of the wild. They are keystone species, critical to ecological stability. Their presence regulates prey populations, maintains biodiversity, and influences habitat structure. When apex predators suffer due to mismanagement, the ripple effects are felt throughout the ecosystem.
Despite their importance, these species are often vilified, hunted under outdated policies, or displaced by human activity.
We’re changing that.
Cougars are elusive and misunderstood. In many regions, they’re still treated as “problem wildlife” rather than essential contributors to ecological health.
EWC works to reshape public perception through education, data collection, and projects like our Trail Camera initiative. We advocate for policy grounded in science, not fear, and for coexistence models that recognize inclusion and the betterment of Canada’s ecosystems.
Once hunted nearly to extinction in some parts of Canada, grizzly bears are slowly recovering, but face growing threats. From habitat fragmentation to renewed hunting pressures, grizzlies are at risk.
EWC is working to end “problem bear” hunt through education initiatives that have a proven track record and supporting Indigenous-led conservation initiatives. We champion coexistence strategies and the recognition of grizzlies as ecological and cultural keystones.
Wolves are essential to healthy landscapes, yet they are among the most persecuted animals in Canada.
Mass culls, bounties, and unscientific management continue, despite decades of evidence showing their ecological importance.
Through our Wolf Series, education campaigns, and direct advocacy, we aim to dismantle harmful myths, promote coexistence, and push for science-driven regulatory reform.
The survival of apex predators is deeply intertwined with climate change.
As ecosystems shift, so do food webs, migration patterns, and predator-prey dynamics. Changing temperatures and extreme weather also escalate human-wildlife conflict.
From the alpine meadows of BC to the boreal forests of Alberta, wildlife is sending us a clear signal.
At EWC, we’re committed to integrating climate literacy into the heart of wildlife advocacy. Protecting apex predators is climate action, and safeguarding wild spaces strengthens our collective resilience.
Our Cougar Coexistence Project uses trail cameras to reshape how Albertans see cougars. By showing them as elusive, family-oriented, and ecologically vital, we counter outdated “problem wildlife” narratives.
Conservation isn't just about science, it’s about listening, learning, and leading together.
EWC’s philosophy of Conservation as Conversation is rooted in the belief that real progress requires community dialogue, Indigenous inclusion, and public trust. We bring together scientists, policymakers, land users, and local voices to imagine a new future for wildlife conservation in Canada.
EWC’s work is rooted in a clear Conservation Code of Ethics, which guides our decisions, partnerships, campaigns, and communications.
We respect subsistence hunting conducted by Indigenous and non-Indigenous communities when it is lawful, respectful, and ecologically sustainable. We recognize the importance of cultural continuity and Indigenous sovereignty, and we are committed to reconciliation, inclusion, and supporting Indigenous-led conservation efforts.
