University of Calgary Kananaskis Centre
Science, research and education in the Canadian Rockies
The University of Calgary Kananaskis Centre has been leading field research since 1950
The University of Calgary’s Kananaskis Centre is a leader in field-based research. We are located at the door to Kananaskis Country, and serve as an important research station for the Canadian Rockies and Foothills. Our mission is to provide and support high quality science through independent research and research clusters.
The Kananaskis Centre offers researchers two well-established field stations: Barrier Lake Station, located in the Kananaskis Valley and the R.B. Miller Station, located in the Sheep River Provincial Park.
“We’ve become known as a place to come and work, with easy access to glaciers, mountains, forests, lakes, rivers and small mammals. It’s not just a place to study the environment, as we are also being mindful of the human presence." (Dr. Steven Vamosi, PhD, scientific director, University of Calgary Kananaskis Centre)
Research
The Kananaskis Centre offers two field stations with engaging research environments; access to labs, equipment, historical data, and advanced technologies.
Education
We give students access to world-class research and promote science through an award-winning integrated program of experiential education and inquiry-based learning.
Community
We are committed to fostering scientific literacy and cultivating relationships between the public and researchers through community-based programming.
Directions to the Barrier Lake Field Station
The Barrier Lake Field Station is located just off Highway 40, about 45 minutes west of Calgary.
The R.B. Miller Field Station is located in Sheep River Provincial Park, and is accessible May 15 – December 1.