Canadian Conservation Photographers Collective

Canadian Conservation Photographers Collective The CCPC is a collective of Canadian photographers and videographers.

We emphasize conservation and habitat stewardship, follow ethical photography principles and use our images to increase awareness and promote education of national conservation issues. The Canadian Conservation Photography Collective (CCPC) was formed in 2021 with the objective of promoting conservation and science education through the production of strong, thought-provoking visual content. The c

ollective is composed of freelance photographers from across the country and from a wide variety of occupational training backgrounds including biology, education, journalism, social work and business. We firmly believe that networking as a team and combining our strengths and experience dramatically furthers our ability to shed light on pressing conservation issues and to reach, inform and engage a much wider audience. In addition to regularly publishing content on its social media platforms and through established media channels, the CCPC plans to expand its outreach activities to include conferences, presentations and in-house print publications. We recognize the importance and effectiveness of a collaborative hands-on approach and therefore also plan to offer workshops, mentorship sessions and guided expeditions aimed at a variety of skill levels and age groups. To effectively and accurately document and relate often complex and time-sensitive conservation issues throughout the entirety of the country, we work in concert with other collectives, NGO’s, non-profits, research organizations, governments and communities. The CCPC strongly believes in photography as a tool to educate, inspire and engage and our goal is to produce content that will open dialogues, stimulate conversations and ultimately bring about change.

Help us highlight the conservation issues affecting Canada’s polar bears and their natural habitats!We’re gathering imag...
09/01/2026

Help us highlight the conservation issues affecting Canada’s polar bears and their natural habitats!

We’re gathering images from across the country to highlight this incredible species and the ecosystems they rely on.

Upload your photos through the link in our bio. We may select them to be featured in our campaign, with full credit to you. We can’t wait to see your work!

As part of our Last Hope Campaign, we’re looking at the impact of conservation actions on Steller Sea Lions in Canada. S...
08/27/2026

As part of our Last Hope Campaign, we’re looking at the impact of conservation actions on Steller Sea Lions in Canada. Since they were first protected in 1970, the population has increased and expanded to new breeding sites (COSEWIC, 2013).
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These positive trends show how long-term protection, monitoring, and management efforts can support species recovery. Continued conservation actions will remain important to support healthy Steller Sea Lion populations in Canada.
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What conservation action do you think has had the biggest impact so far?⁠
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Follow our page to join us as we explore the species and conservation stories behind the Last Hope Campaign.⁠
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Photography by Photography by Josh DeLeenheer (.nation) and Jillian Brown ().

The is back!Capture the wild, the rare, and the breathtaking - all in Canada’s Key Biodiversity Areas. Your photos can...
08/26/2026

The is back!

Capture the wild, the rare, and the breathtaking - all in Canada’s Key Biodiversity Areas. Your photos can help spotlight the places that matter most for nature 🦋🌲

Prizes, features, and the chance to inspire action. Learn more → .canada

WCS Canada is a member of the KBA Canada Coalition, working to identify key sites for biodiversity across the country.

Submissions close Oct 15th.

Visit .canada and follow the link to submit your photos!
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Le est de retour!

Capturez ce qu'il y a de sauvage, de rare et de spectaculaire — le tout dans les Zones clés pour la biodiversité (KBA) du Canada. Vos photos peuvent aider à mettre en valeur les endroits qui comptent le plus pour la nature 🦋🌲

Des prix, une visibilité, et la chance d'inspirer l'action.

WCS Canada est membre de la Coalition KBA Canada, qui travaille à recenser les sites clés pour la biodiversité partout au pays.

As late summer salmon runs begin, returning salmon bring a pulse of marine nutrients inland. They fuel bears, eagles, se...
08/25/2026

As late summer salmon runs begin, returning salmon bring a pulse of marine nutrients inland. They fuel bears, eagles, seals, countless other species, & even fertilize forests! But warming waters, low flows, habitat loss and barriers for salmon migration are putting the entire ecosystem under pressure.

After spending years in the ocean, these migrations upriver are becoming increasingly difficult.

Protecting salmon also means to protect the rivers, forests, and coastal ecosystems that depend on them! What can we do? Support Indigenous-led stewardship and habitat restoration efforts that are working to keep this web of life intact. Attend citizen science expeditions/programs for hands on experience and visuals. Do your research & don’t be afraid to ask questions in helping understand every nook and cranny of these massive ecosystems.

Photographers tagged in photos on Instagram.

As late summer salmon runs begin, returning salmon bring a pulse of marine nutrients inland. They fuel bears, eagles, se...
08/25/2026

As late summer salmon runs begin, returning salmon bring a pulse of marine nutrients inland. They fuel bears, eagles, seals, countless other species, & even fertilize forests! But warming waters, low flows, habitat loss and barriers for salmon migration are putting the entire ecosystem under pressure.

After spending years in the ocean, these migrations upriver are becoming increasingly difficult.

Protecting salmon also means to protect the rivers, forests, and coastal ecosystems that depend on them! What can we do? Support Indigenous-led stewardship and habitat restoration efforts that are working to keep this web of life intact. Attend citizen science expeditions/programs for hands on experience and visuals. Do your research & don’t be afraid to ask questions in helping understand every nook and cranny of these massive ecosystems.

Photographers tagged in photos.

Whales need more than water. They need a healthy ecosystem.That means abundant salmon and forage fish, healthy kelp fore...
08/22/2026

Whales need more than water. They need a healthy ecosystem.

That means abundant salmon and forage fish, healthy kelp forests, quiet waters & safe passage. But vessel strikes, underwater noise, entanglement, warming oceans and declining prey are putting increasing pressure on marine life.

For Southern Resident killer whales, the message is clear: without salmon, there isn’t enough food to sustain the population.

So what can we do? Change regulations. Protect critical habitat. Restore salmon. Give wildlife room to thrive! When we protect the food web, we protect everything connected to it.

Photographers tagged in images.

As part of our Last Hope Campaign, we’re highlighting community-led efforts that support Steller Sea Lion conservation.C...
08/19/2026

As part of our Last Hope Campaign, we’re highlighting community-led efforts that support Steller Sea Lion conservation.

Communities contribute to conservation through monitoring, habitat protection, and responsible wildlife viewing practices that help reduce disturbance at haulout and breeding sites (DFO, 2020). Members of the public also play an important role by reporting entangled or injured sea lions to organizations such as the Vancouver Aquarium Marine Mammal Rescue Society, which provides rescue and care for marine mammals in need (Vancouver Aquarium Marine Mammal Rescue Society, 2026).

Habitat stewardship is another important part of conservation. Cleanup initiatives like the Ocean Wise Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup help support healthier coastal ecosystems by removing marine debris from marine environments (Ocean Wise, 2026).

Indigenous-led stewardship is also key to protecting Steller Sea Lions and their habitats. Areas such as Gwaii Haanas National Park Reserve are co-managed by the Government of Canada and the Haida Nation, supporting collaborative conservation and long-term habitat protection (COSEWIC, 2013).

Which type of community action do you think helps wildlife the most?

Follow our page to join us as we explore the species and conservation stories behind the Last Hope Campaign.

Photography by Shane Gross ().




🐋 Whales of the Summer Coast: Feeding in Rich Waters.Late summer is prime season for whale activity along Canada's coast...
08/17/2026

🐋 Whales of the Summer Coast: Feeding in Rich Waters.
Late summer is prime season for whale activity along Canada's coasts, as humpbacks, orcas, and other marine mammals feed heavily in productive waters. August offers some of the best opportunities of the year to witness lunge-feeding, breaching, and social behaviour—while also drawing attention to the mounting pressures these species face: vessel traffic and noise, entanglement, prey depletion, and warming oceans. Southern resident killer whales in particular remain critically endangered and tightly linked to salmon abundance.

“The Northern Saw-whet Owl is likely the most numerous owl in North America, but you would never know it. These tiny owl...
08/14/2026

“The Northern Saw-whet Owl is likely the most numerous owl in North America, but you would never know it. These tiny owls are also among the most elusive, spending their lives hidden away in dense forests and relying on incredible camouflage to remain unseen.”⁠
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To learn more about Saw-whet Owl and how Liron photographed these beautiful creatures, check out the full post on Instagram . It’s a real hoot!

As part of our Last Hope Campaign, we’re highlighting the role of non-governmental organizations in protecting Steller S...
08/12/2026

As part of our Last Hope Campaign, we’re highlighting the role of non-governmental organizations in protecting Steller Sea Lions. ⁠
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The Vancouver Aquarium Marine Mammal Rescue Society responds to marine mammals in distress, providing rescue and veterinary care, including cases involving entangled Steller Sea Lions (Vancouver Aquarium Marine Mammal Rescue Society, 2026).⁠
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They also rely on public reporting and support, with opportunities to report injured animals and donate to rescue efforts.⁠
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Another key group is the North Island Marine Mammal Stewardship Association, a network of 30 organizations working together to promote marine wildlife protection and sustainable ecotourism in British Columbia (Fisheries and Oceans Canada, 2018).⁠
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Which type of conservation work do you think has the biggest impact: rescue efforts or long-term protection?⁠
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Follow our page to join us as we explore the species and stories behind the Last Hope Campaign.⁠
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Photography by Jeremy Mathieu ().⁠
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