Who are we?
University of Saskatchewan
Saskatchewan Aboriginal Land Technicians
University of Saskatchewan
Dr. Jeffrey Lane and his research group are working on locating the critical habitat of Little Brown Bats and Northern Long-Eared Bats in Saskatchewan. They are assessing the health of these endangered species to best inform the management and conservation of bats in the province.
They additionally host bat outreach events for communities across Saskatchewan.
University of Regina
Saskatchewan Aboriginal Land Technicians
University of Saskatchewan
Dr. Mark Brigham and his research group are working on answering a diversity of behavioural ecology questions about bats.
Image from Josh Christiansen
Saskatchewan Aboriginal Land Technicians
Saskatchewan Aboriginal Land Technicians
A community-based organization focused on helping make the world around us a better, happier place for bats. With the help of tireless staff, SALT organizes fundraisers, exciting community-building events, and in-depth training sessions for volunteers.
Canadian Wildlife Health Cooperative
We specialize in investigating the causes of death and disease in Saskatchewan wildlife. Bats make up a large portion of our health assessments.
Our research aims to investigate abnormalities or changes observed during these assessments. The purpose of our work is to advance the understanding of bat health in Saskatchewan and contribute to the broader body of knowledge guiding bat population management across Canada.
When exposure to rabies virus is a public or animal health concern, we collect samples for testing. Additionally, we participate in the national surveillance program for white-nose syndrome.
Grasslands National Park
Parks Canada has the mandate to ensure the protection of the natural and cultural values of Grasslands National Park.
Our work related to bats includes monitoring and protecting bat species-at-risk maternity roosts, maintaining an inventory of bat species and engaging visitors to spread an appreciation and understanding of bats.
Image from Ryan Bray
The Bat Lady - Melanie Elliott
Melanie Elliott lives in Saskatoon and rehabilitates bats rescued by the Wildlife Rescue Society of Saskatchewan HelpLine volunteers and Living Sky Wildlife Rehab.
Injured or underweight bats are cared for until health returns and release is possible.
Melanie gives presentations on Bat Biology and rescue to Polytech students, wildlife conservation organizations, schools, youth groups and the public, with the (non-releasable) bat education ambassadors, Big Brown Bats: 21+ year old Batrick, and 16 year old Elizabat. (Ages last updated in 2024)
Many More
Many More
Many More
Between landowners, researchers, funders, wildlife welfare specialists, and more, there are many many more supporters and stakeholders than are represented here.
We are so grateful for everyone that helps us to do what we do, and who supports bats in Saskatchewan.
If you represent an organization that you think would be a good fit, and would like to be highlighted here, don't hesitate to email us at info@saskbats.ca
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