The Canadian Wildlife Federation is proud to be part of the solution to this critical challenge.

The Endangered Species Program

Our wildlife is in a state of decline like never before. Nearly one-third of assessed species across the globe are threatened with extinction, and the Committee on the Status of Endangered Wildlife in Canada (COSEWIC) has listed 585 species in Canada to be at some level of risk—extinct, extirpated, endangered, threatened or of special concern.

From prey to predator, every species lends a hand in maintaining a healthy ecosystem, so when one species is in trouble, it’s often an indication of a larger problem. A long list of culprits has led to the endangerment of these species, including over harvesting, chemical pollution, invasive species, disease, climate change and loss of habitat.

The Canadian Wildlife Federation is proud to be part of the solution to this critical challenge. Our Endangered Species Program will help to conserve threatened and at-risk wildlife across Canada through

• research into the causes of species decline and the best methods to ensure recovery
• education to engage the public in endangered species conservation
• sharing knowledge among conservation organizations on successful practices
• reintroduction of endangered species into their native habitats
• programs to help conserve habitat for endangered species
• work that will improve government policies affecting endangered species