Wildlife Protection
Overview
Our work at Friends of HSI is focused on encouraging peaceful co-existence between humans and wild animals and ensuring the protection of wild species in Canada and around the world, including cougars, bears, coyotes, wolves, and more.
Vertebrate species in Canada
Animal species at risk in Canada
Wildcat species in Canada
Canadian Wildlife Protection
Meet some of Canada’s wildlife we are working to protect:
Wild Cats
Wild Cats
Cougars, bobcats and Canada lynx all play important roles in their respective ecosystems. Unfortunately, these animals contend with threats like habitat loss, human-wildlife conflict and trophy hunting.
Black Bears
Black Bears
They are found in every Canadian province and territory except Prince Edward Island and they can live for up to 30 years in the wild. Despite their ecological importance, BC bears face numerous threats including poaching, loss of habitat, trophy hunting, and climate change.
Coyotes
Coyotes
They are highly intelligent animals that have rich emotional lives. There are few laws protecting coyotes in Canada, and in part due to their undeserved reputation as “pests”, they are often the victims of wildlife killing contests.
Wolves
Wolves
They are incredibly intelligent and complex animals, who face several threats including trophy hunts and government-run culls.
Become an Animal Defender
Help protect wildlife and keep all animals safe.
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Cougar and Wild Cat Protection
Cougars (also known as mountain lions or pumas) are the largest wildcat in Canada.
Living Peacefully with Wildlife
Together, we can learn how to peacefully coexist with wild animals and support their natural habitats.
Coyote Protection in Canada
Coyotes are a native part of North American ecosystems and play an important ecological role.