To ensure the ecological integrity of the Bow Valley for the well-being of the ecosystem and those who live here, through education, research and outreach.

Your financial support is essential to our ongoing success as a steward of the Bow Valley ecosystem.

The Biosphere Institute offers a number of community and regional programs relating to sustainability and ecological integrity. The Institute also facilitates, encourages, supports and co-ordinates ecological, economic, and social research pertinent to the region's ecosystem.

New Video! Check out our latest student video:  It's Our Wild Life from the grade 7 students at l’École Lawrence Grassi Middle School. It's the first video at the top of the page.

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Wildsmart is a proactive conservation strategy that encourages efforts by communities to reduce negative human-wildlife interactions. Established in 2005 by a coalition of local interest groups, it has since evolved into a permanent program within the Biosphere Institute of the Bow Valley.  Read more at www.wildsmart.ca.

2010 Canmore Community Monitoring Report - Full Report & Snapshot of Trends

Recommended Plant Species for Landscaping in Banff National Park (Revised March 2011)

Make Your Own Green Cleaning Products - Recipies and workshops available!

Biosphere Youth Movies - View Online!