Orchid Species Preservation Foundation

Vision & Mission
"To establish and maintain a world renowned center of excellence for the education, research, propagation, conservation and protection of rare and endangered orchids”

With the following sets of objectives:

Conservation:

-Conserve and protect rate and endangered species orchids from extinction;
-Develop a species orchid seed bank to ensure availability for future generations;
-Support and fund orchid conservation organizations, institutions, research and projects;
-Encourage ethical and environmentally-friendly cultivation of orchid species; and
-Legally acquire rare and endangered orchid species to advance our collection.

Education/Training:

-Educate the public about environmental issues and raise awareness about the adaptations and conditions necessary for the survival of species orchids in their natural environments;
-Provide an educational resource for youth groups and school classes by encouraging hands-on experiences with our unique orchid collection; and
-Develop, train and support our members and volunteers.

Community Involvement:

-Further our partnership with the Muttart Conservatory and the City of Edmonton;
-Develop community partnerships with like-minded organizations and institutions;
-Produce a variety of media to inform, promote and educate our volunteers, members, supporters, donors and the general public of our activities and accomplishments; and
-Pursue fund development projects, events and donations to pursue and develop our objectives.