Biodiversity Pathways

Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) and Biodiversity Pathways have established an exciting four-year contribution agreement. This agreement provides seed funding for the creation of the Biodiversity Pathways and to improve science capacity for caribou research and human footprint mapping in British Columbia. We are pleased to share that a portion of this funding has helped establish a grant-tenured faculty position at the University of British Columbia Okanagan. Dr. Tal Avgar has begun to build a research program focused on woodland caribou recovery, evidence-based climate change resiliency, and supporting Indigenous communities in environmental stewardship. https://lnkd.in/ghWqG79H

We're looking for a postdoc to join the team! Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. #science #birds #postdoc

The Reconnecting the Rockies:BC project aims to mitigate the impact of Highway 3 on wildlife habitat connectivity and reduce wildlife-vehicle collisions in southeast British Columbia. Since 2024, the project team has installed multiple kilometres of fencing and retrofitted bridges into underpasses to help wildlife cross the highway safely. Early results from an effectiveness monitoring program show that wildlife are readily using the crossing structures within the fenced sections. A 2020-24 progress report is now online, and includes a summary of project progress, data collected to date, and recommendations to ensure project effectiveness. https://lnkd.in/gTEqxVm4 #wildlife #BritishColumbia

This April, we’re welcoming the Boreal Avian Modelling Project (BAM) to Biodiversity Pathways. BAM is an international scientific collaboration that develops and disseminates reliable, data-driven and model-based science and products to support migratory bird management and conservation across the boreal region of North America. Starting April 1, 2025, BAM will become the fourth initiative under Biodiversity Pathways alongside SENSR, the Wildlife Science Centre, and the Geospatial Centre BC. Stay tuned for further announcements as we welcome BAM to the family! https://lnkd.in/gPUFQt9g

#Hiring From coast to coast, SENSR empowers over 30 organizations to unlock the potential of their environmental sensor data. We're excited to announce four new Regional Coordinator contract positions are now available! We’re looking for individuals with a depth of knowledge on what species call their region home. If you're passionate about environmental science and skilled in leading teams, this opportunity is for you. ☑️ Put your leadership skills to use by overseeing teams of contractors processing environmental data across Canada. ☑️ Use your knowledge of regional species and ecosystems, captured by environmental sensors, to help create high-quality datasets for clients and partners. ☑️ Work with a dynamic team of environmental sensor science professionals, expanding your network within and beyond your region. ☑️ Thrive with a flexible, remote working schedule. Each position will focus on one region: East (Ontario, Québec, Maritimes), North (Nunavut, Northwest Territories, Yukon), Central (Saskatchewan, Manitoba), or West (British Columbia, Alberta). Visit https://lnkd.in/g8QhsTpg for full details!

#Hiring From coast to coast, SENSR empowers over 30 organizations to unlock the potential of their environmental sensor data. We're excited to announce four new Regional Coordinator contract positions are now available! We’re looking for individuals with a depth of knowledge on what species call their region home. If you're passionate about environmental science and skilled in leading teams, this opportunity is for you. ☑️ Put your leadership skills to use by overseeing teams of contractors processing environmental data across Canada. ☑️ Use your knowledge of regional species and ecosystems, captured by environmental sensors, to help create high-quality datasets for clients and partners. ☑️ Work with a dynamic team of environmental sensor science professionals, expanding your network within and beyond your region. ☑️ Thrive with a flexible, remote working schedule. Each position will focus on one region: East (Ontario, Québec, Maritimes), North (Nunavut, Northwest Territories, Yukon), Central (Saskatchewan, Manitoba), or West (British Columbia, Alberta). Visit https://lnkd.in/g8QhsTpg for full details!

#Hiring: We're looking for a Community Engagement Project Lead! Working in the Wildlife Restoration Ecology Lab under Dr. Adam Ford in partnership with the Wildlife Science Centre at Biodiversity Pathways, the Community Engagement Project Lead is responsible for working with Indigenous communities, government, and industry for the purpose of building and leading collaborative biodiversity monitoring and applied science initiatives. Initiatives include: - understanding local community #wildlife monitoring needs - building collaborative #monitoring programs - capacity building - fostering dialogue and improved understanding of community values Reminder to apply by December 4 at the link under "Current Opportunities"! https://lnkd.in/gDZ9RyJh

Dr. Tal Avgar, a quantitative wildlife ecologist, joins the Department of Biology as a grant-tenured faculty member building on #UBCO's relationship with the Wildlife Science Centre, part of Biodiversity Pathways. Learn more about his unique role, research interests, and vision for the future of wildlife science. https://loom.ly/vRqki0E

We're #hiring a Community Engagement Project Lead! Working in the Wildlife Restoration Ecology Lab under Dr. Adam Ford in partnership with the Wildlife Science Centre at Biodiversity Pathways, the Community Engagement Project Lead is responsible for working with Indigenous communities, government, and industry for the purpose of building and leading collaborative biodiversity monitoring and applied science initiatives. Apply by December 4: https://lnkd.in/gSypakEF #nowhiring #wildlife #environmentaljobs

#GetToKnow the ABMI’s management team! Today we are introducing you to Colleen Scott, the ABMI’s Program Manager. Colleen has been the ABMI’s Program Manager since 2006. What started out as a short-term engagement has turned into a long-term commitment to the ABMI’s vision and mission. Her days are spent managing all things corporate (contracts, finance, risk management, partner engagement), supporting our Executive Director, and working with our Board of Directors and Members. In recent years, she was instrumental in establishing ABMI’s national affiliate Biodiversity Pathways (for which she is also Program Manager), and gaining eligibility status for the ABMI with the Canadian Foundation for Innovation national grant program. Outside of her workdays, Colleen balances her administrative mindset with painting and playing piano. #ABMIatWork