Zeinab Salehiankia

Vancouver Canvass Director

Zeinab draws on her background in biology, a Master’s in Environmental Science, and grassroots organizing to protect forests and advance climate solutions. A people-person at heart, she’s energized by listening, learning, and building strong community movements.

Zeinab was born and raised in Tehran, Iran, where her love for nature began during weekends spent in villages outside the city, climbing fruit trees, playing outdoors, and forming a deep connection with the land. That early curiosity led her to study Biology and pursue a lifelong path in environmental protection.

Zeinab later lived in Naples, Italy, exploring southern coastlines and learning from different cultures and landscapes. She went on to earn a Master’s degree in Environmental Science in St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador, where her work focused on GIS mapping and nature-based solutions to address climate change. Living on the eastern edge of North America deepened her appreciation for rugged ecosystems and community-led environmental action. During this time, she learned from Indigenous cultures, including the Mi’kmaq people, and contributed to leading Canadian environmental non-profits, strengthening community engagement and supporting just transitions to clean energy.

Now based in Vancouver, BC, Zeinab is the Vancouver Canvass Director with the AFA. A people-person at heart, she believes strong, grassroots movements are essential to protecting old-growth forests and safeguarding our shared natural heritage.

In her free time, she enjoys exploring forests, hiking local trails, and listening to people’s stories.

The Tyee: What Will Happen to BC’s Old Growth Under the Conservatives?

Oct 30 2026

They’ve pledged to protect the most endangered and rarest ecosystems. But they also promised ‘more fibre on trucks.’

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An aerial shot of a clearcut in the Caycuse Watershed in Ditidaht Territory.

Victoria Buzz: Environmental advocates concerned over results of BC election

Oct 26 2026

Two prominent environmental advocacy groups have revealed concerns over the incoming Conservative Party of BC government and their mandate.

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NEW Video: BC Election 2026: Nature & Old-Growth Protection

Oct 22 2026

Watch EEA's Ken Wu provide an updated, comprehensive overview of the positions of the BC NDP, the BC Conservative Party, and the BC Greens on old growth and nature protection.

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BC Election 2026: Where do Parties Stand on Nature & Old-Growth?

Oct 16 2026

As we approach the BC election on Saturday, October 24th, 2026, here’s where BC’s major political parties stand on nature and old-growth forest protection.

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