Samantha Walker
Community Engagement Specialist
Samantha holds a Fundraising Management Certificate from Durham College and has volunteered with numerous arts and animal-welfare nonprofit organizations. With a background in the music industry, she brings experience in creative marketing and special events, offering a fresh perspective on fundraising strategy – particularly in areas that emphasize community engagement and connection.
Before formally joining Raincoast, Samantha assisted the development team as a volunteer by identifying new funding opportunities. She now supports the organization’s public outreach initiatives, campaigns, partnership building efforts, and grant coordination.
Having spent her childhood on Vancouver Island, Samantha is thrilled to support Raincoast’s mission to protect the environment, cultures, and communities she has long admired and cherished.

Recent articles
Policy brief – supporting freshwater salmon habitat through the Water Sustainability Act
It is important to remember that our water, and the…
Episode 7: A special tribute to wolves and women with Paul Paquet
In our seventh Of wolves and women episode, Paul Paquet…
Episode 6: Wolf research and conservation with Chelsea Greer
In our sixth Of wolves and women episode, Chelsea Greer…
Remembering Gudrun “Gudy” Pflüger (1972-2023)
Gudrun was admired for her good sense of humour, generous…
Episode 5: Wolf genetics and ecology with Astrid Vik Stronen
In our fifth Of wolves and women episode, Astrid Vik…
Episode 4: The science and ethics of tracking wolves with Shelley Alexander
In our fourth Of wolves and women episode, Shelley Alexander…
Why Southern Resident killer whales need emergency protection
Preventing extinction requires bold action. Will the Government act before…
Episode 3: Wolves, biodiversity, and food security with Susan Bragdon
In our third Of wolves and women episode, Susan Bragdon…








