We believe that nature—thriving and full of life—is the foundation of strong communities, a prosperous economy, and a future worth passing on to our grandchildren.
Our approach invests in people to drive change at the scale and pace we need to address the greatest challenges we face. We bring together communities, industries and governments to set a new course for sustainable resource use that supports nature, bolsters economies, and respects culture and values.
In all of our work, we put Indigenous rights and authority at the heart of conservation, creating new pathways for reconciliation and investing in leadership and community well-being. And our work is informed by the best global science and supported by the leadership of the world’s largest conservation organization.
Across all of our priorities, our work is underpinned by our commitment to two critical values: Advancing Reconciliation and Global Impact.
Advancing Reconciliation
We put Indigenous rights and authority at the heart of conservation, creating new pathways for reconciliation and investing in leadership and community well-being.
Advancing Reconciliation
Conservation Update
Technical Support Team for Indigenous GuardiansThe Technical Support Team offers flexible, remote support for Indigenous Guardians to help establish resilient, long-term success in stewardship programs across Canada.
Success
Thaidene NënéIn 2019, the Łutsël K’é Dene First Nation signed Establishment Agreements with Parks Canada and the Government of the Northwest Territories that marked a historic milestone for Thaidene Nëné. But the work didn't stop there. Today, Łutsël K’é is showing the world what is possible through Indigenous-led conservation.
Blog
Stronger TogetherAt the Indigenous Stewardship Leaders Gathering hosted by Nature United and Tides Canada, attendees discussed strategies, shared success stories, made connections for future projects. But they also focused on well-being — their communities’ and also their own.
Global Impact
As an affiliate of the world’s largest conservation organization, we bring global innovation and investment to Canada, and amplify Canadian leadership to tackle world challenges.
Our Global Impact
Report
Natural Climate SolutionsBy protecting, better managing and restoring nature, Canada can reduce its greenhouse gas emissions by up to 78 Mt CO2e annually in 2030.
Project Overview
Marine Plan PartnershipThe Marine Plan Partnership has fundamentally changed how sustainable marine planning is done on the North Pacific Coast.
Project Overview
Clayoquot SoundWe are working with communities to implement conservation strategies that are rooted in economic development.
Our Priorities
United as Nature and People
Our vision is for a sustainable Canada where nature is the foundation of human well-being, prosperity and opportunity for future generations.
