Wildlife Preservation Canada’s mission is to save animal species at risk from extinction in Canada by providing direct, hands-on care.
Western painted turtle (Chrysemys picta bellii)
Photo: P. Sardari
Wildlife Preservation Canada
Canada’s last defence
for endangered
species.
For dozens of Canadian species at risk, habitat protection alone is not enough. Wildlife Preservation Canada’s mission is to save animal species at risk from extinction in Canada by providing direct, hands-on care.
We are the only organization in Canada to provide this critical need for multiple species in multiple recovery efforts across the country. We specialize in science-based techniques such as conservation breeding and release, reintroduction and translocation. Our Action Plan is based on the urgency of the need and is updated annually.
It’s almost time for our annual Pollinator Photo Contest!
Get your cameras ready, our Pollinator Photo Contest is returning on June 15
Each year, Wildlife Preservation Canada hosts a Pollinator Photo Contest during Pollinator Week to celebrate our busy bees, butterflies, and other native insect pollinators. This year, the contest is beginning a week early, giving you more time to keep an eye (and lens) out for your local pollinator species.
The winner will receive a WPC pollinator themed prize pack. Enter your best photos starting June 15 for your chance to win!
Photo: B. Noble, 2025 Pollinator Photo Contest Winner
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