OUr mission

The British Columbia Chapter of The Wildlife Society is a professional society composed of
wildlife biologists from the public sector, private sector, and academia,
interested in the art and science of conservation and management
of wildlife and wild habitats in British Columbia.

We are a registered and incorporated society under British Columbia's Societies Act. 

SUPPORTing
​wildlife training

Building a diverse and vibrant community of wildlife professionals depends on engaging and supporting students.
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Connecting Professionals

We bring together wildlife professionals from government, industry, NGOs, and academia through annual conferences, newsletters, and connections to our parent, The Wildlife Society.

Promoting SCIENCE-BASED Wildlife MANAGEMENT

We speak with decision makers and user groups across the province,
advocating for science and providing expert advice from our membership,
​ supporting sound management .

WILDCAM:
WILDLIFE CAMERAS
FOR ADAPTIVE MANAGEMENT

WildCAM is an initiative of the BCTWS:
a network of wildlife researchers using camera-trapping
to examine and conserve wild species across western Canada. 
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OUR GOAL

Create a
community of practice
for wildlife professionals
in British Columbia
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Affiliation with The Wildlife Society


The British Columbia Chapter of The Wildlife Society is affiliated with The Wildlife Society (TWS), which was founded in 1937, with a mission to "inspire, empower, and enable wildlife professionals to sustain wildlife populations and habitats through science-based management and conservation.” The Wildlife Society enhances members’ opportunities through networking and learning, professional and career development, and provides numerous ways for members to get more involved in creating a better future for wildlife and their habitats.

TWS has nearly 10,000 members, which includes:
  • Scientists, biologists, managers, educators, technicians, planners, consultants and others who manage, conserve, and study wildlife populations and habitats.
  • Students who are pursuing degrees and experience that will enable them to become the next generation of wildlife professionals.
  • Supporters who help spread the word and take action on important wildlife and habitat issues.
  • TWS members are active across the United States, Canada, and Mexico, as well as internationally. 
​The Society is comprised of four main levels:
  • The International Wildlife Society
  • Sections (e.g. Canadian Section)
  • Chapters (e.g. B.C. Chapter)
  • Student Chapters 
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