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What We Do

Made up of a small group of passionate conservationists, scientists, and volunteers, we exist to help secure a future for polar bears across the Arctic.

Newborn polar bear cub COY hugging its mothers neck in Wapusk National Park

What We Do

Give Smarter, Protect More

This guide explains how Donor-Advised Funds work, other charitable giving options, and how to get started wherever you live.

Article | 4 min | Oct 7, 2026

Mom and Cub in Churchill with Human Infrastructure - Jenny Wong

Conservation Concerns

In Support of an Ecologically and Economically Sound Future for Churchill

Development around Churchill, Manitoba does not have to threaten polar bears and other wildlife. Instead, this investment could be a unique opportunity.

Article | 4 min | Sep 16, 2026

Mother and two young COY twin cubs in Wapusk National Park

What We Do

Protecting Your Legacy: Estate Planning Essentials Everyone Should Know

Article | 4 min | Aug 24, 2026

Human-Polar Bear Coexistence

Bear-dar Prevents a Surprise Encounter with Polar Bears

An innovative AI radar system has successfully prevented an encounter between people and polar bears for the first time.

Article | 2 min | Jun 11, 2026

Annual Newsmagazine

The Power of Collaboration

The surprising partnerships at the heart of polar bear conservation.

Article | 6 min | Mar 30, 2026

Mother polar bear with 2 coys walking on ice in dim light

About Polar Bears

The Role of Genetics in Polar Bear Conservation

A new study looks at decoding the genetic makeup of the world’s polar bears, including how genetically diverse populations are and whether the bears might be able to adapt to a warming Arctic.

Article | 9 min | Mar 24, 2026

Polar bear stepping from one ice floe to another - BJ Kirschhoffer

Climate Warming

Study: Climate-Linked Evolution and Genetics in a Warming Arctic

New research calls for genetic management plans and ecosystem connectivity; Finds polar bears are becoming smaller and less genetically diverse as sea ice disappears

Article | 8 min | Mar 16, 2026

Looking out from inside a maternal polar bear den dug into snow drift - Daniel J. Cox

About Polar Bears

Uncovering the Secrets of Polar Bear Dens

Learn about the history of Polar Bears International's maternal den research.

Article | 7 min | Mar 2, 2026

Polar bear mother with ear tag sits over her two COY's in the snow - Daniel J. Cox

About Polar Bears

International Polar Bear Day 2026 Press Release

Tune into live scientist chats about polar bear families, catch the live stream of the Northern Lights, and get involved in Arctic conservation.

Article | 5 min | Feb 27, 2026

Mother bear with 2 coys lying next to branch

About Polar Bears

Share the Science to Protect Moms and Cubs

This International Polar Bear Day, you can help protect moms and cubs by sharing what we know about polar bear denning. When you share this science, you are supporting informed decision making and elevating the needs of denning polar bear families.

Article | 4 min | Feb 11, 2026

Polar bear with two cubs emerging from a den - Steven C. Amstrup

About Polar Bears

International Polar Bear Day Schedule 2026

Tune in to celebrate polar bears, learn about moms and cubs, and gain insights into the challenges of Arctic field work during the denning period.

Article | 1 min | Feb 5, 2026

About Polar Bears

Modeling a Future for Polar Bears: Dr. Louise Archer

PBI postdoctoral researcher Dr. Louise Archer discusses her work in polar bear research and shares tips for those wanting to get into the field.

Article | 5 min | Feb 5, 2026

Polar bear standing amongst broken up sea ice chunks - Trine Lise Sviggum Helgerud

About Polar Bears

Svalbard’s Polar Bears Maintaining Body Condition Despite Sea Ice Loss

A new long-term study of Svalbard’s polar bears finds that adult bears have largely maintained body condition between 1995 and 2019, despite the region’s rapid loss of sea ice.

Article | 6 min | Jan 29, 2026

Polar bear mom walking across the snow with twin cubs following - BJ Kirschhoffer

About Polar Bears

A Year in the Life of a Polar Bear

Follow the journey of two of the polar bears on our tracker, and learn what a year in their life is like.

Article | 7 min | Jan 5, 2026

What We Do

A Few of Our Favourite Things 2025

Whether you’re a lifelong polar bear fan or simply love gifts that make a difference, this season’s favourites are sure to bring holiday cheer and a little Arctic magic, all while helping protect polar bears and their icy home!

Article | 6 min | Nov 24, 2025