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The Canadian Polar Bear Habitat
There is no other place like this
FOR CONSERVATION
Specialized focus.
Largest enclosures.
Highest standard of care.
FOR RESEARCH
Globally recognized partners.
Broadest behavioural data.
Innovative methods.
Unique setting.
INVESTING IN CONSERVATION
The Canadian Polar Bear Habitat is currently home to Ganuk, Inukshuk, Henry, Eddy, and Taiga. With 24 acres of pristine, natural environment, we offer them a home as close to wild as possible.
We also recognize the importance of learning as much as we can from them to improve the welfare of all polar bears, whether wild or in human care.
INVESTING IN RESEARCH
The Habitat collaborates with climate change and polar bear researchers and institutions around the world, such as the World Wildlife Fund (WWF) and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA).
The research conducted at the Canadian Polar Bear Habitat allows scientists to understand more about individuals in wild populations. The work that we do is essential for the long-term survival of polar bears in a changing Arctic climate.
News & Updates
Watch : NOAA Research At CPBH The NOAA (National Oceanic and Admospheric Administration) conducts regular aerial studies in the Arctic, where they survey and gather data about wildlife that inhabits that environment. However, the cameras they use may not reliably detect polar bears in all conditions, which can make estimating polar bear population numbers pretty challenging. Learn more about our …
Polar bear sexual dimorphism featuring twins Ganuk & Taiga Polar bears are among the world’s largest land predators, but they don’t start life that way. During late fall, pregnant female polar bears dig dens and give birth to one-pound cubs – usually two, but sometimes one or three. 
Polar Bear Habitat featured on CTV JP Bradette, chair of the Canadian Polar Bear Habitat board, spoke on CTV Your Morning today (November 29th) about the Habitat’s mission and future. JP spoke about what makes CPBH unique, pointing to the huge amount of natural space available to the bears as well as the research opportunities available at the Habitat. He described …
Over 400 guests visit our Open House We recently had well over 400 guests join us for a Doors Open event held in partnership with the Town of Cochrane. Thank you so much to everyone who came out to learn, ask questions, and show support! Thank you, too, to our incredible volunteers and dedicated staff, who made the event possible. 
Denning behaviour and potential pregnancy You may have heard our animal care staff talk recently about a world first currently taking place at the Habitat; we have a potentially pregnant polar bear who is showing denning behaviour in a natural captive environment. Taiga – the only female on site – could be pregnant. She also may not be. We really …
Cochrane one of Canada’s top 50 small towns thanks in part to the Polar Bear Habitat Featured in FlightNetwork’s Travel Blog, Cochrane Ontario was noted as being a place with “Something for everyone, whether it’s adventure, the outdoors, history or polar bears. Cochrane is centered around stunning Lake Commando, where there’s a public beach with a waterslide and recreational opportunities, including beach volleyball, kayaking, canoeing, swimming or snapping photos of the views. …
Polar bears opt-in for research We are often asked how we ‘make’ the bears participate in research. The answer is: we don’t! While research is extremely valuable, our bears’ health and welfare is our number one concern. Most research projects we participate in are non-invasive or observation based, meaning the bears aren’t even aware there’s a study being conducted. In …
Polar Bear Research How can the scientific community predict and mitigate the effects of climate change on polar bears if we are still missing some basic information about the species? Research on polar bears in the wild can be difficult, expensive and dangerous as a result of the inhospitable environment in which they live. In order to fill …
Passenger rail plan close to being unveiled According to MyCochrane now “Northeastern Ontario could be closer to seeing the restoration of rail passenger service between Cochrane and Toronto. We’re at the final stages of a real comprehensive business plan for passenger rail,” President and CEO of Ontario Northland Railway Corina Moore stated. “We have been working very closely and dedicating resources both …
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