Jacquie Matechuk

Jacquie is a Canon Canada Ambassador from Cochrane, Alberta. Her time behind the lens began as a sports photographer for the Canadian Superbike Series. Her connection to the sport helped catapult her into new opportunities with corporations such as Yamaha, XGames, and Monster Energy. Though she continues sport photography for the NHL and CFL today, Jacquie has also transitioned her photo-journalistic approach into the world of wildlife and conservation photography.

Since that transition, Jacquie has earned international recognition, including a 2024 World Photographic Cup Gold medal, Nature Photographer of the Year, and 2024 International Visionary Gold medal to name a few. She leverages her unique skills to find those jaw-dropping moments that give her subjects a voice. Embracing the challenge to share the beauty in this world through collaborating with organizations like the Canadian Conservation Photographers Collective, Polar Bears International, and the Jane Goodall Institute.

Renowned for her photographic diversity, Jacquie's work is fueled by her commitment to conservation and ethical practices. She always strives to put her audience in the moment, set their minds free, and leave their hearts full.