OUR PARTNERS
(information disponible seulement en anglais)

Alberta Business and Educational Services (ABES)

During the development of the CAZA Strategic Plan in 1996 it was recognized that there was a need to create a more skilled zookeeper work force in Canada. To fulfill that need CAZA formed a partnership with Alberta Business and Educational Services (ABES) to create a training program offered through the Northern Alberta institute of Technology (NAIT).

The Zoo Animal Technology Program is designed to guide both entry-level and practicing zookeepers to awareness of the competencies, skills and attitudes expected of animal care professionals. In order for the program to be accessible to persons presently employed as zookeepers, the courses are designed to be distance-delivered using the internet and course manuals for home study. CAZA and ABES are working together to ensure the cooperation of zoos across the country for students to complete the practicum sections of the program.
For curriculum information:

www.abes.ca/programs.html 

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Conservation Partnerships

CAZA and it's member institutions are active participants in a number of programs focussing on the conservation of Canadian Endangered Species. Our major conservation partnerships include:

• Vancouver Island Marmots: www.marmots.org 
  
• Loggerhead Shrikes : http://www.bsc-eoc.org/losh.html 
• Blackfooted ferrets: www.blackfootedferret.org 
  
• Burrowing Owls and other Canadian species: www.speciesatrisk.gc.ca 

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TD Friends of the Environment Foundation: The Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup

CAZA and the TD Friends of the Environment Foundation collaborate in organizing a nationwide initiative to clean up Canada’s shorelines. Kicked off by the Vancouver Aquarium, the shoreline cleanup now involves thousands of hardworking volunteers from coast to coast. Each year, with the support of TD and CAZA, these eager workers identify a project, and then get organizational support in carrying it out. The result – thousands of bags of garbage removed from our lake, rivers and ocean beaches each year. This partnership sets a great example of how to work together to benefit our environment. http://www.vanaqua.org/cleanup 

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The Robert Bateman Foundation

Robert Bateman is Canada’s premier wildlife artist – the Foundation organized in his name initiates and delivers a range of programs aimed at youth, with the objective of making them more aware of the wonders of wildlife and the pressing need to preserve the environment to ensure their future. CAZA has joined the Foundation and its other sponsors in the annual Robert Bateman art and writing contest. This national event annually attracts thousands of entries from young people across Canada – they generate wonderful prose and inspiring art based on Canada’s wildlife; the best of this wonderful work receives awards at regional presentations across the country. This is a highly valuable initiative that engages young people in learning about – and benefiting – our wildlife.
http://www.gettoknow.ca 

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Zoos and Aquariums Take Action

Want to learn about what Zoos and Aquariums across the country are doing to save Canadian species at risk? Then check out the Zoos and Aquariums Take Action website! This kid-friendly, bilingual site allows you to test your knowledge of Canadian species at risk, get connected with your local zoo or aquarium, and learn how you can pitch in to help! There are fun games, practical lesson plans for teachers, and lots of fun facts to inspire you to keep wildlife and wild places safe.

Discover the behind the scenes world of conservation in CAZA's zoos and aquariums at the Zoos and Aquariums Take Action travelling display, a complete interactive station that travels to your zoo or aquarium! Fascinating biofacts, fun activities, and eye-opening information are all on parade in a crusade to highlight the incredible conservation work of Canada's accredited zoos and aquariums. To book, please contact the Toronto Zoo at 416-392-5942.

The Zoos and Aquariums Take Action project was initiated in 2001 with an aim to link Canadian zoos together and share information on the conservation of species at risk in Canada. Zoos large and small have benefited by having a place to showcase their conservation, research, and education projects to the Canadian public. The generation of interest in different institutions and their conservation work may also lead to increased attendance and financial support.
http:// www.zooaction.ca 

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