October 12, 2016 SPIKE IN VEHICLE-WILDLIFE COLLISIONS CAUSES CONCERN For some unexplained reason, the number of vehicular collisions with wildlife has spiked sharply upward compared to last year, and this has the Saskatchewan Wildlife Federation (SWF) concerned. “Harsh winter conditions are … [Read more...] about Spike in Vehicle-Wildlife Collisions Causes Concern
HABISask stands for Hunting, Angling and Biodiversity Information of Saskatchewan. HABISask is an online mapping application, available on your desktop or cell phone, that brings together new information and existing applications to assist you in your recreational or project planning … [Read more...] about HABISask
Released on September 19, 2016 The Government of Saskatchewan has released new environmental siting guidelines for wind energy projects, designed to enhance environmental protection and provide more certainty to future wind energy developments. “This framework will allow SaskPower the … [Read more...] about New Siting Guidelines Strengthen Environmental Protection and Clarity for Future Wind Power Projects
Saskatchewan Polytechnic and the Saskatchewan Wildlife Federation honoured with international award that celebrates educational programming and innovative partnerships. July 6, 2016 – It is a relationship that began through a shared desire to maintain and build upon the educational, applied … [Read more...] about SASKATCHEWAN POLYTECHNIC & SWF PARTNERSHIP BEHIND HANNIN CREEK EDUCATIONAL FACILITY WINS SILVER MEDAL
March 3, 2016 On March 3, 2016, the Saskatchewan Wildlife Federation (SWF) will join in celebrating the United Nations (UN) World Wildlife Day 2016. The UN has declared this day as an opportunity to celebrate the many beautiful and varied forms of wild fauna and flora and to raise awareness of … [Read more...] about World Wildlife Day 2016
December 16, 2015 The Saskatchewan Wildlife Federation (SWF) is very disappointed in the recent decision of the Saskatoon Inn to cave into public pressures from an online anti-hunting petition that has resulted in the corporate decision to cancel their hosting of an African Hunting Expo in … [Read more...] about SWF Shocked by Saskatoon Inn Decision
Released on December 3, 2015 Two Alberta men pleaded guilty in Saskatoon provincial court on November 16 for wildlife violations, including the illegal sale of coyote fur. In January 2015, conservation officers with the Ministry of Environment began an investigation regarding the illegal sale … [Read more...] about TWO ALBERTA MEN FINED $5,150 FOR WILDLIFE VIOLATIONS
November 10, 2015 From forests and fields to lakes and rivers, Saskatchewan has long boasted world-class hunting, fishing and trapping opportunities. On November 15, Saskatchewan residents and visitors across the province will celebrate Hunting, Fishing and Trapping Heritage Day. While many of … [Read more...] about CELEBRATING THE HUNTING, FISHING AND TRAPPING HERITAGE IN SASKATCHEWAN
