Wild Bears of Canada: Photographs and Stories

See Canada’s bears up close—polar, black and grizzly through the lens of a veteran nature guide.

Wild Bears of Canada explores the lives of Canada’s grizzlies, black bears and polar bears through field photography and the nuanced observations of a career nature guide. Edward Savage has spent fifteen years watching these animals across some of the country’s most remote terrain. Some bears he first encountered as six-month-old cubs are now adults with cubs of their own. That depth of observation is evident on every page.

Savage’s photographs and accompanying text explore the many traits of bears that humans value and admire, from the profound mother-cub bond to the strength and calm these animals exude in daily life. Savage invites readers to see bears as he does—as individuals, long-lived and respect-worthy, who grow, learn and thrive in the wilds of Canada.

“Edward’s rare experiences as a seasoned bear guide bring something exceptional to each page of this stunning book. The result is a collection of photographs and stories that are authentic, erudite, and deeply intimate. If you care about Canadian wildlife and wilderness, this book deserves a place on your shelf.”

“The photography leaves you lingering on every page of the book. Wild Bears of Canada is the kind of book that’s only possible from years spent in the field, observing, documenting, and reflecting on different bear behaviours. Savage’s anecdotal field-notes, woven throughout, will widen readers’ eyes and leave them smiling, or scratching their heads in curiosity... Wild Bears of Canada is an ode to bears, their specificity, adaptive intelligence, and essential place on the Canadian landscape.”

“Savage’s passion and ethical approach shine through in personal anecdotes, challenging common misconceptions while offering a deeper understanding of bears. This is an engaging and important book for anyone interested in Canada’s wildlife.”