Computational Ecology Group (CEG) is an Alberta-based environmental non-profit that collaborates with diverse communities to advance science supporting species and landscapes at risk. Since its founding in 2020, its work has rarely included Indigenous management practices or direct engagement with Indigenous partners. Through our Springboard Grant, CEG aims to change that by deepening its understanding of First Nations and Métis land stewardship, cultural perspectives and practices to better support Indigenous communities.

To begin, CEG will partner with Pivotal Strategic Solutions, an Indigenous-owned consultancy, to invest in internal learning and joint outreach. These efforts will embed Indigenous engagement and knowledge-sharing into its core operations, enhancing its ability to support Indigenous communities with science-based solutions for wildlife and resource management on their lands.