Roland Michener Conservation Award

EDMONTON

Kim Titchener gives wildlife a voice Passion- ate about conservation, she is dedicated to educating people about the importance of wildlife safety so that we can co-exist. I do not believe there is anyone more deserving of the CWF award for conservation in action.

Titchener has dedicated nearly 20 years to developing and delivering safety and awareness programs, including protecting Bow Valley wildlife though WildSmart, and engaging communities in reducing negative human-wildlife interactions.

In all, Titchener has facilitated wildlife safety training programs to more than 70,000 people and developed policies and protocols for the oil and gas, forestry, construction and railway sectors.

In my early 20s, working with the local bear population in Banff National Park, I saw first-hand the devastating impact humans have on wildlife. I realized there is a lack of understanding of how to behave in nature. I wanted to help provide the public with grassroots programming so we can all coexist.

I thank Grizzly Bear #66 and her family for showing grace to humans. The many hours I spent monitoring her and her cubs has gifted me with an incredible amount of love and respect for her species. And I thank the whole community of Canmore and our many volunteers.

This award was established in 1978 by the Canadian Wildlife Federation as a tribute to former governor general Roland Michener (1900-1991). An outstanding outdoorsperson and role model for a generation, he served as an honorary president of the CWF. The award is given each year to an individual or organization demonstrating a commitment to conservation through responsible activities that promote, enhance and further the conservation of Canada’s natural resources.