Wilderness Committee

Who We Are

The Wilderness Committee, established in 1980, operates as a registered non-profit and federal charity passionately dedicated to wilderness preservation across Canada. For over four decades, we've been at the forefront of environmental protection, building a powerful movement for nature.

With our head office in Vancouver and additional field offices in Victoria, Winnipeg, and Toronto, our dedicated team of 28 staff members works strategically across the country. We are powered by an engaged community of 60,000 supporters, volunteers, and activists who share our commitment to protecting nature and wildlife for current and future generations.

What We Do

Our mission-driven work centers on three critical pillars: protecting nature, defending wildlife, and fighting climate change. Through strategic campaigns and grassroots activism, we advocate for the preservation of vital ecological spaces and the protection of species at risk.

We work collaboratively with Indigenous communities, recognizing their essential role as stewards of the land and honoring Indigenous rights and knowledge. Our approach combines public education, community engagement, and systemic advocacy to challenge policies and practices that threaten our environment. Every campaign we undertake aims to foster both environmental sustainability and social equity, ensuring that environmental justice remains at the heart of our work.

Working at Wilderness Committee

Joining the Wilderness Committee means becoming part of a passionate team united by a shared commitment to environmental and social justice. Our work culture thrives on collaboration, innovation, and mutual respect. We foster a dynamic environment where creativity flourishes and every team member's passion for sustainability drives our collective impact.

Our Vancouver-based team benefits from a hybrid workplace model that balances focused remote work with valuable in-person collaboration. We believe that doing meaningful work for the planet shouldn't come at the expense of personal well-being, which is why we've pioneered progressive workplace policies that support our team's success both professionally and personally.

Team Benefits

At the Wilderness Committee, we walk the talk when it comes to valuing work-life balance and employee well-being. Our comprehensive benefits package reflects our commitment to supporting our team:

Progressive Work Schedule

• 4-day work week based on a 32-hour work week, Mondays to Thursdays, giving you three-day weekends to recharge and pursue your passions
• Hybrid remote working policy offering flexibility while maintaining team connection

Health & Wellness

• Comprehensive medical and dental benefits to keep you and your family healthy
• Health savings accounts for additional wellness needs
• Retirement savings plans to support your long-term financial security

Time Off

• Generous vacation time to rest and explore
• Annual office closures providing additional time away from work

When you join the Wilderness Committee, you're not just taking a job—you're joining a movement and a community dedicated to making a real difference for Canada's wild spaces and the species that call them home.