Wilder Institute

A Wilder purpose
We created the Wilder Institute to lead a global movement of action-takers inspired to restore balance between wildlife and human life, to secure a future for all living things. Our roots
The Wilder Institute operates Canada’s largest conservation breeding and research facility dedicated to the return of endangered species to the wild. The Wilder Institute engages in collaborative

partnerships around the world to develop the innovation and application of science-based solutions to achieve long-term benefits for wildlife conservation. Through our 15 global and national conservation programs, we work together with our government, academic, industry and non-profit partners to develop and implement conservation strategies that will benefit species-at-risk. Restoring balance
While restoring balance to the planet is our focus, our roots are planted deep in the rich soil of the Alberta conservation community. We draw nourishment and cutting-edge science from the decades of innovative reintroduction work of the Calgary Zoo, a passionate community of conservationists and volunteers over 1,000 strong. Together, the Wilder Institute and Calgary Zoo’s mission is to “take and inspire action to sustain wildlife and wild places”. Our leadership role
The Wilder Institute is home to a team of biologists and conservationists who have earned recognition as leaders in the science of conservation translocations – the recovery and reintroduction of wildlife. Our research expertise
Our scientists regularly publish peer-reviewed papers on conservation insights and innovative conservation approaches in some of the world’s most respected scientific journals. While most article titles by necessity are in the language of science, many titles such as “Compassion in Conservation Means Caring for Individuals, Populations and Species” and “Advancing Amphibian Conservation Through Citizen Science in Urban Municipalities” reveal the ways in which Wilder is advocating for inclusive conservation. We need to work together with people. Our approach
Using innovative science, our teams are working to save threatened and endangered species and return them to the wild, where our planet needs them to be. Our conservation expertise is in conservation breeding and community conservation, where we collaborate with community members to positively impact both nature and local communities.

06/19/2026

Have you ever wondered what a northern leopard frog reintroduction site sounds like? 🐸 Turn your volume up and step into a wetland in British Columbia with us. 🔊🌿

06/18/2026

Today we're recognizing the people who show up every day for the animals in our care. 🩺

Happy to our Animal Health team — made up of three full-time registered veterinary technologists, one part-time veterinary technologist, one on-call veterinary technologist, three full-time veterinarians, one part-time veterinarian, and one veterinary intern.

Their work spans everything from routine procedures to life-saving care, and their dedication is at the heart of what we do. Thank you for helping build a stronger future for wildlife. 🐾💚

06/16/2026

Deep in the forests of Kenya, a blue monkey was spooted on trail cameras on the forest floor. 🐒

While working alongside Rhino Ark Kenya Charitable Trust to monitor the elusive mountain bongo across Eburu, Mt. Kenya, and the Aberdares, it's moments like these that remind us just how vibrant and diverse these ecosystems are.

The blue monkey spends most of its life high in the treetops of evergreen and bamboo forests, relying heavily on a handful of plant species for food — making them a powerful indicator of forest health.

Safeguarding the mountain bongo means protecting the entire ecosystem and every species that calls it home. 🌿📷

06/15/2026

🔊 Sound up! Meet Nala — a seven year-old Vancouver Island marmot under our care at the Archibald Biodiversity Centre (ABC), enjoying some fresh romaine lettuce. 🥬

06/14/2026

🐾 The natural world is worth celebrating every day — from songbirds in full chorus, to salmon running strong in clear rivers, to prairies rustling with life.

Conservation works, and together with partners, we're safeguarding species, ecosystems, and the natural world we all depend on. ➡️ Discover the Wilder Canada Action Plan and be part of rewilding Canada's future: https://bit.ly/3HEeQHI

06/12/2026

🐸 Exciting News! 📝 Our Senior Manager of Conservation Programs, Lea, has co-authored a new paper on amphibian conservation in Canada.

Published in Frontiers in Amphibian and Reptile Science, the paper reviews current practices and highlights the challenges facing amphibians across the country. It also spotlights recent studies and tools to help address ongoing and emerging threats, from conservation planning and recovery actions to cutting-edge genetic research methods.

Why does this matter? Amphibians are the most threatened group of vertebrates on the planet. Of the 48 species found in Canada, more than half are listed as endangered, threatened, or of special concern — including the Rocky Mountain population of the northern leopard frog.

Read the full paper: https://bit.ly/3Qw5GVI

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1300 Zoo Road NE
Calgary, AB
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