Yellowstone to Yukon Conservation Initiative

North American Bison 2025 Summit | Loveland, CO
2025-04-01 - 2025-04-04
Join conservationists, Indigenous leaders, ranchers, wildlife enthusiasts and others at the North American Bison Summit, April 1-4, 2025, in Loveland, Colorado.
The North American Bison Summit aims to be the most cutting-edge and inclusive gathering of people focused on keeping land in grass so that wildlife and grazers ranched by families can thrive as development pressures mount. The Summit will build upon past American Bison Society conferences and focus on collaborative practices and resources for conserving North America’s bison, grasslands and treasured ranching way of life in the countries of the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
Y2Y is proud to be a sponsor of the 2025 Summit. Additionally, manager of landscape protection, Nicole Olivier, and senior director of conservation programs Scott Brennan will be speaking.
Register now to be part of this pivotal event.

Photo: Bison in the prairies (Shutterstock photo)

Canadian Ecological Connectivity Conference | Banff, Alta.
2025-04-22 - 2025-04-25 | Banff Park Lodge, 201 Lynx St, Banff, Alberta, T1L 1K5, Canada
Explore efforts to strengthen communities, enhance corridors, and create wildlife crossings
Join Y2Y at Canada’s first-ever national conference dedicated to ecological connectivity on April 22-25, 2025 in Banff, Alberta. Leaders from various sectors—nonprofits, governments, businesses, and indigenous groups—will converge to share, learn, and inspire action.
This event will offer the opportunity to learn about from the success of Banff’s wildlife crossings, which have reduced animal-vehicle collisions by over 80 per cent. Participants will gain insights into innovative conservation strategies that are helping people and nature thrive.
Join us to shape a sustainable future for Canada’s wildlife and landscapes!
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Conference highlights:

Success Stories and Indigenous Knowledge: Insights from successful ecological connectivity initiatives, including Indigenous-led projects and stewardship practices shaping conservation efforts.
Developments in Science & Research: Updates on the latest research in wildlife corridors and crossing structures, featuring real-world applications of cutting-edge scientific advancements.
Practical Solutions & Resources: A showcase of effective tools and innovative technologies enhancing ecological connectivity, benefiting safety, cultural values, and local economies.
Partnerships and Collaboration: Opportunities to form lasting partnerships and networks essential for widespread ecological conservation efforts.
Funding & Capacity for the Future: Exploration of funding avenues and resources vital for sustaining long-term conservation projects.

Partners:
This event is led by Parks Canada, ARC Solutions, Alberta Conservation Association, the Miistakis Institute, Alberta Conservation Association and Yellowstone to Yukon Conservation Initiative.

Book launch for Becoming Nature Positive | London, U.K.
2025-06-26 10:30 - 12:00 (Europe/London)
Join a conversation with the authors of the new book, Becoming Nature Positive: Transitions to a Safe and Just Future. Delve into what nature positive means and what is required to secure a safe and just future for people and nature. This even is part of London Climate Action Week and the 2025 Climate Innovation Forum.
Come and meet the authors and join the conversation on how we can become a nature-positive society and economy. The presentation of the book will be followed by a conversation between representatives from Financial Institutions who will focus on the opportunity for the Finance sector to help build a nature-positive economy.
Speakers will include authors of the book:

Marco Lambertini, Convener, Nature Positive Initiative;
Joseph W. Bull, Associate Professor, Climate Change Biology, University of Oxford;
Harvey Locke, Canadian conservationist, writer and Co-Founder, Yellowstone to Yukon Conservation Initiative;
Dorothy Maseke, Africa Lead, Nature Finance and TNFD, and Head of the African Natural Capital Alliance Secretariat

Fire and Ice Symposium | Banff, Alta.
2025-11-04 09:00 - 12:00 (America/Denver) | Banff Centre, 107 Tunnel Mountain Drive, Banff, Alberta, Canada
Join Y2Y’s director of science and knowledge, Dr. Graham McDowell as part of the Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival Fire and Ice Symposium at breakout session B from 10:45-12pm mountain time.
Dr. McDowell will talk to Swiss glaciologist Dr. Andreas Linsbauer about how immersive technologies like virtual reality and interactive storytelling can transform complex glacier data into emotionally engaging experiences that make climate change more tangible and personal. Through award-winning projects that blend science, art, and education, he demonstrates how these innovative communication tools can help people connect with climate issues and inspire meaningful action, with potential applications for Canada’s mountain regions.
This 50th Anniversary public symposium will explore the role of storytelling to create positive impact and action, through the lens of changing ice and wildfire. Attendees will gain new knowledge about the landscapes we care about, be inspired by seeing the work that people are doing in the space to create a better future, and gain insights into compelling storytelling, leaving with an optimism/drive to make a positive impact. Listen, interact and exchange stories with educators, artists, writers, scientists, environmental experts, and adventurers on topics that affect us all.
Tickets start at $30. Each block of morning and afternoon sessions includes a plenary session followed by two breakout sessions to choose from. Buy session tickets or symposium passes which provides access to all symposium programs on November 4 and 5.
Header photo: James Balog

TEDxBoston Planet Action 2025 | Cambridge, MA
2025-11-15 08:30 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Kresge Auditorium, 48 Massachsettes Avenue w16, Cambridge, MA, 02139, United States
Join Dr. Jodi Hilty for a talk on the effort to create the world’s largest wildlife corridor from Yellowstone to Yukon as part of the series of talks on connected conservation on Day 1 of Planet Action 2025, a TEDxBoston event.
TED talks are short, focused presentations where someone shares an innovative idea, personal story, or insight on stage. TEDx talks are independently organized under the TED license, while maintaining the same spirit of “ideas worth spreading.”
Planet Action aims to share actionable ideas for a livable planet to the audience, with speakers sharing ideas on biodiversity protection, resilient waters, models for recovery, sustainable cities, and more. The event will take place November 15 and 16 at the Kresge Auditorium on the MIT Campus in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
Tickets are free, but limited, so register to secure yours now.
More about Planet Action
Now in its fourth year, this gathering builds on the momentum of other Planet Action talks which have reached millions of viewers worldwide and featured speakers from 30 countries and 80 universities.

Day 1 highlights recovery models for biodiversity, soils, water, and food systems.
Day 2 focuses on reimagining energy, materials, and infrastructure for a net-zero future.
Day 3 brings back stories from past cohorts to share impact stories and progress.

Across all three days, the sessions spotlight the critical actions and innovations that must scale in this decisive decade, underscoring both the urgency and the possibility of building a regenerative, sustainable future.
