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🐻 We’re Hiring!
Pacific Wild is currently seeking a committed, enthusiastic full-time, permanent Wildlife and Forest Campaigner who is experienced in developing and delivering campaigns advocating for the protection of species and habitat.
Are you passionate about visual storytelling, and communications that educate, inspire, and affect lasting change?
Do you have great writing and analytical skills, and experience developing creative, compelling campaigns that are strategic, science-based, and focused on positive conservation outcomes?
If this sounds like you, please see the full job description at the link in bio.
*Applications will be accepted until March 31, 2025, at midnight.
#PacificWild #WildlifeProtection #ForestConservation #BCjobs #EcoCareer #DreamJob
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🐻 `Return of the Great Bear` is making headlines!
We are thrilled to see the excitement around our film and its urgent message. If we work together we can make positive change.
‘Return Of The Great Bear’ tells the story of the decades-long fight to ban grizzly bear trophy hunting in B.C. While the ban took effect in 2017, grizzlies still face threats from shrinking salmon runs, climate change, industrial logging, and pushback from the hunting lobby.
Now more than ever, we must stand together to protect what is wild. Join us and be part of the movement!
Vancouver International Mountain Film Festival
February 28th | The Cinematheque, Vancouver
🎟️ Grab your tickets at the link in bio.
#PacificWild #ReturnOfTheGreatBear #VIMFF #VIMFF2025 #ConservationFilm #CanadianFilm #WildlifeFilm #PositiveNews #GrizzlyBears #Grizzlies #ConservationStories #Documentary@thevimff
🐻 Get Your Tickets Today!
This Friday, Pacific Wild’s ‘Return of the Great Bear’ makes its world premiere at the Vancouver International Mountain Film Festival (VIMFF).
Watch the trailer now for a first look at the stunning cinematography and powerful stories behind the fight to protect grizzlies in British Columbia.
Plus, don’t miss a special guest appearance from Natasha Wehn, the film’s director, who will be speaking at the event.
February 28th | The Cinematheque, Vancouver
🎟 Tickets available now at the link in bio. Online screening options are also available.
See you there!
Directed by: Natasha Wehn
Wildlife Cinematography by: @iantmcallister
Additional shooting by: @gamut_productions @carlo_alcos , Leslie Birch, Trevor Wong and Yuki Itoh from @thepodiumbrand
Editing by: @darrylwhetung and @danielryanjeffery
Assistant Editing: @larskisaac
Motion Graphics: @robohtman and Ryan MacKeen
Colour: Andrea Dixon @dixona888
Sound Design: @questcoast.studios and @davidpelvis
Special thanks to: @douglas_neasloss and Wayne McCrory and of course to @thevimff.
#PacificWild #ReturnOfTheGreatBear #VIMFF #VIMFF2025 #ConservationFilm #CanadianFilm #WildlifeFilm #PositiveNews #GrizzlyBears #Grizzlies #ConservationStories #Documentary
🩵 Starting the week with heartening news!
🐋 Here in B.C. and beyond, Indigenous leadership, conservation efforts, and legal wins are shaping a more sustainable future.
🌊 From the federal recognition of Haida Nation’s title to Haida Gwaii to groundbreaking protections for marine ecosystems in Ecuador, there’s so much to be hopeful about!
🌍 Let’s keep the momentum going—share your favourite recent environmental success stories!
#PositiveNews #ClimateHope #IndigenousLeadership
New blog alert! 🐺
In an interview with Pacific Wild, retired SPCA Constable Dale Bakken explains that shooting wolves from helicopters is inherently inhumane, with little chance of a quick, clean kill.
With four years of helicopter-based research experience, Dale argues that the B.C. government has no real interest in ensuring a quick, humane kill. He also points out that B.C. was forced to change its laws after being sued for illegally shooting wolves from helicopters five years ago. Aerial hunting was banned because it too often resulted in slow, painful deaths.
Pacific Wild asked Dale to review graphic images obtained through a Freedom of Information (FOI) request documenting the wolf cull. His expert assessment confirms prolonged suffering and a disturbing disregard for animal welfare.
Since 2015, the B.C. government has killed over 2,000 wolves, spending more than $11 million of taxpayer money—while acknowledging that the biggest threat to caribou is the loss of critical habitat.
Wolves Are Scapegoats for Caribou Decline
Right now, wolves are being chased to exhaustion in deep snow, making them easy targets for government-hired sharpshooters. Every winter, helicopters are used to gun down the wolves from the air or land to net and collar individuals. These so-called "Judas Wolves" are then tracked back to their pack, leading to the slaughter of entire families.
🔗 Read Dale Bakken’s complete review in our latest blog—link in bio.
📸 cover @iantmcallister, wildlife camera photos courtesy of Dale Bakken
#SaveBCWolves #StopTheCull #Wolf #Wolves #WildlifeConservation #BCpoli @davidebybc
📣 The Vancouver International Mountain Film Festival (VIMFF) begins today!
🎥 Get ready for an incredible lineup of world-class films that celebrate adventure, conservation, and the wild places we fight to protect. @thevimff runs from February 21 to March 4, 2025, featuring special guest speakers, filmmaker introductions, workshops, and more.
🐻 We’re thrilled to announce the official world premiere of Pacific Wild’s short film, ‘Return of the Great Bear’ at this year’s festival, alongside powerful stories that inspire action and adventure. Join us February 28th at The Cinematheque in Vancouver, Canada.
🎟️ Grab your tickets now at the link in our bio. Online screening options are also available!
🎥 Trailer by Tavi Parusel
#PacificWild #VIMFF #VIMFF2025 #ConservationFilm #CanadianFilm #WildlifeFilm #PositiveNews #GrizzlyBears #Grizzlies #ConservationStories #Documentary
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