New research: North America’s Rockies are the world’s most intact mountain system
New research reveals North America’s Rockies as the world’s most intact, least developed mountain system.
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Y2Y celebrates proposal to explore creation of a new national park in Yukon Territory
Y2Y applauds Canadian government exploring new Yukon national park on Gwich’in and First Nation of Na-Cho Nyäk Dun territory.
Research reveals mountains of Yellowstone to Yukon region the most intact mountainous area on Earth — but lack adequate protection
A new paper highlights the 3,400-kilometer-long Yellowstone to Yukon region up the spine of the Rocky Mountains among the few remaining large mountain areas of connected habitat left on Earth.
New U.S. Federal funding boosts wildlife crossings in the West
New funding for wildlife crossings will will enhance wildlife movement and traveler safety in Montana, Wyoming and beyond.
Tripartite agreement on nature conservation an historic advancement for Canadian conservation, centering Indigenous leadership
The signing of the historic Tripartite Framework Agreement on Nature Conservation between the British Columbia First Nations Leadership Council and the governments of Canada and B.C. unlocks an unprecedented funding commitment for action to halt species loss and protect landscapes in partnership with Indigenous Peoples.
Y2Y applauds British Columbia for innovative conservation financing fund supporting Indigenous-led conservation
The Province of British Columbia has announced an investment of $300 million in new conservation funds. These positive investments support Indigenous-led initiatives in protecting and stewarding land and wildlife in the province.
Land link protected: Western Montana conservation project expands crucial wildlife corridor
More than 0.5 km2 (150 acres) are now protected from subdivision and development within an important habitat connection area for grizzly bears and many other wildlife species in northwestern Montana.
Development plans set to double population of Canmore will proceed
Y2Y is deeply disappointed to hear an appeal from the Town of Canmore regarding a Land and Property Rights Tribunal decision about two major developments from Three Sisters Mountain Village Properties Limited has been dismissed.
Y2Y among 17 environmental groups sharing recommendations on Canada’s 2030 Biodiversity Strategy
Y2Y among environmental groups jointly recommending urgent actions to fulfill Canada’s commitments under the Global Biodiversity Framework.
New funding provides vital support for a series of wildlife crossings on Highway 3
Government of Canada contributes more than $1.9M to support ecological connectivity in southeastern British Columbia and southwestern Alberta, improving wildlife movement across Highway 3.
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