11 Best Canadian Wildlife & Nature Podcasts

1. Future Ecologies

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Made for nature lovers and audiophiles alike, Future Ecologies explores our eco-social relationships through stories, science, music, and soundscapes. Every episode is an invitation to see the world in a new light — weaving together narrative and interviews with expert knowledge holders.The format varies: from documentary storytelling to stream-of-consciousness sound collage, and beyond. Episodes are released only when they're ready, not on a fixed schedule (but approximately monthly).This ad-free, independent podcast is supported by our listeners: https://www.futureecologies.net/joinMORE Hosts Adam Huggins, Mendel Skulski
Producer/Network Future Ecologies
Email ****@futureecologies.net
Location Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 296Facebook 750Twitter 1.3KInstagram 4.9K Avg Length 53 min Format Long form Since Jul 2018 Video Podcast YouTube
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2. Defender Radio and The Switch

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Defender Radio and The Switch bring experts and solutions to wildlife advocates and animal lovers around the world. Hosted by award-winning journalist Michael Howie, Defender Radio and The Switch are produced by The Fur-Bearers (TheFurBearers.com) and released weekly. Learn more at DefenderRadio.comMORE Host Michael Howie
Producer/Network Michael Howie / The Fur-Bearers
Email ****@thefurbearers.com
Location Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
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Apple Rating 4.8/5Apple Reviews 55Facebook 59.6KTwitter 6.5KInstagram 6.9K Avg Length 31 min Format Medium form Since Aug 2020 Get Email Contact

3. The Clear Cut

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A deep dive into Canada's approach to forest management. How does it work? What are the issues? What needs to change in order to meet our climate and biodiversity commitments? Hear from the experts in the line of fire, working to protect one of the country's most valuable ecosystems. Show your support with a monthly subscription: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2249817/supportStand taller with a monthly donation or a generous one-time gift and receive a  receipt for your taxes: https://donorbox.org/wlpodcastLive outside Canada and want to support the show? Contact us: ****@wildlandsleague.org.WildlandsMORE Hosts Janet Sumner, Kaya Adleman
Producer/Network Wildlands League
Email ****@wildlandsleague.org
Location Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 10Facebook 4.5KTwitter 2.1KInstagram 2.1K Avg Length 56 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

4. The Hunter Conservationist Podcast

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The Hunter Conservationist Podcast brings you nuanced content about conservation, science and responsible hunting in Canada, so you can stay topped up on issues concerning your outdoor, hunting and fishing lifestyle, stay current on the latest in wildlife conservation, science and responsible hunting and be entertained by conversations with intellectual thinkers. The Hunter Conservationist Podcast is a Made in Canada podcast.MORE Hosts Mark Hall, Curtis Hall
Producer/Network Blood Origins Canada Foundation
Email ****@thehunterconservationist.com
Location Canada
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Apple Rating 4.8/5Apple Reviews 116Twitter 24 Avg Length 70 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

5. The Ecological Approach Podcast

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Russ and Shane are biologists, bowhunters, and arborists. If you ask them, ecology and hunting are entwined so tightly that they are inseparable. Join them as they discuss all aspects of bowhunting, biology, conservation and other outdoor pursuits. Get closer to nature with an Ecological Approach.MORE Producer/Network Russ Jones and Shane Butnari
Email ****@gmail.com
Location Canada
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Apple Reviews 11Facebook 175Instagram 120 Avg Length 96 min Format Extended Since Aug 2020 Get Email Contact

6. Wild For Life

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Wild For Life is the Toronto Zoo podcast that brings you behind the scenes and unveils the 'hidden zoo.' Each episode brings you information on the critical conservation work that protects endangered species and works to preserve biodiversity. You will hear from nutritionists, ecologists, veterinarians, social scientists, wildlife biologists, and more that are working hard to help protect wildlife from all over the world.MORE Producer/Network The Toronto Zoo
Email ****@torontozoo.ca
Location Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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Apple Rating 4.7/5Apple Reviews 118Facebook 429KTwitter 52.3KInstagram 245.4K Avg Length 41 min Format Long form Since Mar 2019 Get Email Contact

7. Zoboomafoolish

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A podcast about how animals think, feel and behave, with a focus on urban wildlife.
Producer/Network Jaylen
Email ****@gmail.com
Location Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 19Twitter 378 Avg Length 49 min Format Long form Since Jan 2021 Get Email Contact

8. London, ON: One of Canada's Greenest Cities?

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When Canadians think about environmental sustainability, what city comes to mind? London, Ontario…probably not. But it could be. This series looks at London's environmental and ecological health, and asks just how green and resilient the 'Forest City' is. In each episode, host Molly Miksa talks to local experts in a given area, asking a specific question to gauge London's level of success in its pursuit of resiliency and a green future. A production of the London Environmental Network.MORE Producer/Network London Environmental Network
Email ****@londonenvironment.net
Location London, Ontario, Canada
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Apple Reviews 6Facebook 3.6KTwitter 1.8KInstagram 4.6K Avg Length 48 min Format Long form Since Feb 2021 Get Email Contact

9. The Canadian Mountain Podcast

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Canada's extensive mountain regions provide a wide range of benefits to Canadians such as fresh water, biocultural diversity, natural resources, recreation, and cultural and spiritual connection and healing. The Canadian Mountain Podcast is where you can hear the latest stories and findings from the Canadian Mountain Network, a national research network dedicated to the resilience and health of Canada's mountain peoples and places...MORE Producer/Network Canadian Mountain Network
Email ****@cmn-rcm.ca
Location Calgary, Alberta, Canada
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 13Facebook 4.7KTwitter 1.6KInstagram 1.1K Avg Length 46 min Format Long form Since Nov 2017 Get Email Contact

10. Simply Science

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Simply Science is a collection of podcasts produced by Natural Resources Canada. From green technology to renewable energy — from advancements in forestry to geological exploration and mapping — we explore topical subjects linked to the development of our natural resources.MORE Producer/Network Natural Resources Canada
Email ****@gmail.com
Location Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
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Apple Reviews 17Facebook 971Twitter 1.1KInstagram 9.4K Avg Length 27 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

11. The Child and Nature Alliance Podcast

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A collection of stories and interviews about outdoor play and forest and nature school in Canada
Host Stephanie Smith
Producer/Network Child and Nature Alliance of Canada
Email ****@childnature.ca
Location Ontario, Canada
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Apple Reviews 11Facebook 24.8KTwitter 2.5K Avg Length 50 min Format Long form Since Mar 2020 Get Email Contact