President’s Message

It is with great pride that I write this letter, one of my first as President of the Canadian Wildlife Federation. Though I have been President for only a few months, the reasons for my long service on the CWF Board have already been amply reaffirmed.

Our balance of direct conservation projects providing wildlife with immediate support, advocacy to shape government policy and education to encourage an ethic of conservation among all Canadians, has given CWF a powerful voice for wildlife in this country. CWF works for all wildlife — large and small — across Canada. We are tackling emerging conservation issues, as well as staying on top of ongoing challenges that face Canadian wildlife and natural areas. 

While it is important to look toward the future, it is equally important to celebrate our accomplishments. This Annual Report will provide you with an overview of our achievements over the past year, as well as give some perspective on what we hope to do in the coming year.

As you will read in the following pages, CWF has made great strides towards achieving the goals as defined in our strategic plan. In addition to our progress on conservation issues, we have also been raising the bar within our own organization by improving accountability, transparency and efficiency, as you will note in our new Annual Report format.

Donors look for charities that share their common core values and entrust them with their support. In return, charities owe donors clear reports on where they are going, as well as how well they are doing in the pursuit of their goals and in the efficient management of day-to-day business. CWF is accountable to you, our supporters, and we are proud to show you just how much your donations have achieved.

Without your support, all of the important work CWF has done would not have been possible. Our board and staff are grateful that you have placed your trust in CWF to support our mission of healthy wildlife and natural areas. Together we will continue to make a difference for wildlife in Canada.

Larry Leigh
CWF President 

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