Alberta Ecotrust Foundation

Congratulations to all of the organizations that won and were shortlisted for the 2026 Alberta Emerald Awards. It was great to see groups throughout Alberta recognized for their environmental stewardship.

Alberta Emerald Foundation

We were thrilled to see Alberta Ecotrust grantees and partners acknowledged at this event, including:
Biosphere Institute of the Bow Valley
Dow
Kambo Energy Group
Mother Earth Environmental Services/Whitefish (Goodfish) Lake First Nation #128
North Saskatchewan Watershed Alliance
Youth En Route

https://emeraldfoundation.ca/35th-annual-emerald-awards/

We are deeply grateful for our long-standing partnership with Edmonton Community Foundation. Their contributions to our Climate Innovation Grant enable us to mobilize funding and support to advance high-impact projects in Edmonton and the area. Our team, alongside our program committees of local experts and leaders, offers a deep understanding of urban climate solutions and strong ties to the Edmonton community, making sure every dollar unlocks significant local impact. From technology demonstration to collective impact and policy advancement, together we are supporting community-centric projects that inspire innovation and create tangible environmental and social benefits for all Edmontonians.

“Our partnership with Alberta Ecotrust reflects a shared commitment to advancing bold, community-driven climate solutions. Together, we’re empowering local initiatives that are creating meaningful environmental impact and a more sustainable future for Edmonton,” Joanne Currie, Director, Grants & Community Initiatives, ECF.

"How do animals navigate a changing world?"

You don't want to miss this fascinating look at how wildlife moves through the Yellowstone-to-Yukon region. Learn how tracking and monitoring are helping researchers better understand and protect these vital connections.

https://youtu.be/IoyYhM3gW4A?si=tgqoeIsReJtXn1vU

Room to Roam: How Tracking Data Guides Conservation Action How do animals navigate a changing world?From the hundreds of thousands of caribou migrating across northern Canada to a single grizzly bear attempting to cr...

Are you attending FCM? Come say hello at booth 416 to learn more about our work!

Our June newsletter is packed full of great opportunities and events! We also announce our 2026 Environmental Impact Grantees.

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Clean air is essential to healthy communities and ecosystems. This Clean Air Day, we celebrate the people and organizations across Alberta taking action to reduce pollution and advance environmental solutions that benefit us all.

Home - Climate Leadership Story Hub The Climate Leadership Story Hub is a multimedia journalism and community-engaged research platform documenting Indigenous-led clean energy transitions.

Adventure for Wilderness – Taber Native Grassland Tour - Alberta Wilderness Association Join us in Taber for a day of all things grasslands! Did you know that 2026 is the International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists?

Last chance to get tickets to be part of the inaugural Calgary Climate Week! This week is an opportunity to connect with others, hear diverse perspectives, and be part of the momentum around climate action and energy transition in our city.

Hear Mike Mellross, Vice President, speak on Tuesday at the Executive Forum as part of the panel Your Building Is a Liability. Until It Isn’t, exploring how buildings can shift from climate risks to high-performing, resilient assets through retrofits, efficiency, and smarter investment.

Join us as well at our sponsored evening reception on June 2.

Explore the event and secure your spot: calgaryclimateweek.ca
Reminder to use code CCW-ABECO-10 for 10% off.

Calgary Climate Week

We’re excited to attend FCM’s 2026 Annual Conference, June 4–7, in Edmonton! Come visit us and learn more about our work at Booth 416!

Register now!
https://fcm.ca/ac