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Conservation Awards
October 28, 2026 - The Canadian Wildlife Federation’s True North Wildlife Conservation Awards shine a spotlight on Canada’s heroes of the natural world – the remarkable individuals, teams and organizations across Canada who dedicate themselves to conserving wildlife and their habitats. Recognizing these conservation champions is more than a symbolic gesture – it highlights the vital work being done to preserve biodiversity, safeguard ecosystems and ensure a sustainable future for all species.
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Conservation Awards
October 28, 2026 - The Canadian Wildlife Federation’s True North Wildlife Conservation Awards shine a spotlight on Canada’s heroes of the natural world – the remarkable individuals, teams and organizations across Canada who dedicate themselves to conserving wildlife and their habitats. Recognizing these conservation champions is more than a symbolic gesture – it highlights the vital work being done to preserve biodiversity, safeguard ecosystems and ensure a sustainable future for all species.
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Wild Media Impact Award
October 26, 2026 - Recognizes excellence in creative media and storytelling that deepens public connection to nature. Artists, filmmakers, photographers, writers, journalists, designers, animators, digital creators, media organizations, influencers or creative teams.
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2026 Award Recipients
October 24, 2026 - Meet the 2026 CWF Conservation Award Recipients!
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Wildlife Impact Award
October 22, 2026 - Recognizes exceptional achievement in advancing the recovery or long-term protection of a wildlife species at risk, demonstrated through measurable conservation progress.
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Conservation Innovation Award
October 22, 2026 - Celebrates the innovators who are advancing new ideas, partnerships or approaches that transform conservation outcomes.
- Eligibility of Nominees
Nominees must be individuals, organizations or partnerships whose work has made a demonstrable contribution to wildlife conservation, habitat protection or environmental stewardship relevant to the award category
- Complete Nomination Submission
All nominations must be submitted using the official online nomination form and include the required supporting documentation, such as a project description, measurable outcomes and references where applicable.
- Deadline Compliance
Nominations must be received by the stated submission deadline. Late or incomplete nominations will not be considered by the selection committee.
- Verification of Information
All information provided in the nomination must be accurate and verifiable. The awarding organization reserves the right to request additional documentation or clarification from nominators.
- Conflict of Interest
Members of the selection committee, award sponsors or staff directly involved in the evaluation process may not submit or support nominations in categories where a conflict of interest exists.
- Consent of the Nominee
Nominees must be aware of and consent to their nomination. The awarding organization may request confirmation that the nominee has agreed to be considered for the award.
- Right of the Awarding Organization
The awarding organization reserves the right to determine eligibility, request additional information, or withhold the award in any category if nominations do not meet the established standards of merit.
- It is up to the discretion of the Awards Committee to determine if any or all candidates are selected as the award recipient(s). In circumstances where no candidate meets the criteria of a particular nomination category, no recipient shall be chosen for the award year. Please ensure your candidate fits the description of the category for which you are nominating them.
- Nominating one person/group in multiple categories may lead to disqualification!
Thank you for your interest and participation in this program.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact David DeRocco, CWF Sr. Manager Marketing and Events, at davidd@cwf-fcf.org