Submitted by Wildsight 

Do you know a woman who has made an outstanding contribution to protecting nature or environmental education? Celebrate them commitment to nature by nominating them for the 2025 Ellen Zimmerman Award.

The award winner will receive a cash award to support their ongoing work and a commemorative art piece.

Ellen Zimmerman (pictured) was a key leader for Wildsight and a tenacious champion for nature conservation in the Columbia Valley for more than 40 years until her passing in 2020. Ellen was a friend to the environment, and embodied everything we at Wildsight hold dear.

To honour Ellen’s contributions and incredible legacy, the Ellen Zimmerman Award was established to shine a light on conservation heroes working in the Columbia Headwaters region (stretching from Canal Flats to the Mica Dam).

Past recipients have included biologists, water protection advocates, wildlife champions and strong leaders in the local environmental community. The 2025 recipient was Dr. Suzanne Bayley , a Columbia Valley resident who has dedicated her life to water health and protections.

This award is for female-identifying individuals. Nominations are due March 3.

Make a nomination.

Pat Morrow photo

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