Canadian Wild Media Impact Award

Recognizes excellence in creative media and storytelling that deepens public connection to nature.

The Canadian Wild Media Impact Award stands among the country’s most distinguished honours celebrating the power of creativity in conservation. It recognizes individuals, collectives and agencies whose artistic vision has deepened public awareness and appreciation of Canada’s wildlife and natural habitats. This includes but is not limited to painting, sculpture, photography, writing, song, animation, choreography, advertising, social media content development, Indigenous storytelling, film and/or television production. To be named a recipient is a profound distinction and a mark of excellence within any creative field.

The award was created to celebrate Renowned Canadian artist Robert Bateman, whose iconic, meticulously rendered works have elevated wildlife art worldwide and generated millions in support of environmental stewardship.

Artists, filmmakers, photographers, writers, journalists, designers, animators, digital creators, media organizations, influencers or creative teams.

In commemoration of its 50th anniversary, CWF established “The Robert Bateman Award” to recognize an individual or group who has furthered the awareness of and/or appreciation for Canada’s wildlife and habitats through artistic expression.

Dale Poulter

Harrison Burton

Nadine Pequeneza

Amy Lynn Hein

Lean Dorion

Kevin Van Tighem

Caroline Jacques

Aleta Karstad

For the Birds Art Exhibit

Sylvie Roussel-Janssens

Brent Cooke

Sarah Harmer

Paul Nicklen