Stephen Petersen

Stephen Petersen is the Director of Conservation and Research at Assiniboine Park Conservancy, where Stephen oversees programs focused on the ecology, behavior, and genetics of Arctic marine mammals. Previously, Stephen served as a Visiting Researcher at Fisheries and Oceans Canada, specializing in marine mammal genetics. With a PhD in Environmental & Life Sciences from Trent University, Stephen's expertise lies in the conservation of wild species, particularly in the context of zoo-based programs like the International Polar Bear Conservation Centre.