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Thaidene Nëné Cliffs of the Pethei Peninsula overlooking Great Slave Lake in the Northwest Territories. © Pat Kane

Reimagining Conservation in Canada

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 Canadian affiliate, Nature United, brings together partners in Indigenous and other governments, communities, industries and non-profits to define new pathways towards a sustainable future.

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OUR IMPACT Forging trust-based relationships, valuing different ways of knowing and partnering with nature can help support a thriving future for communities and ecosystems. © Josh Neufeld/Nature United

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Our Impact 2023

From working with local communities to propelling nature-positive national policies, see how our team and partners are supporting nature and people.

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Majestic caribou grazing.
Woodland Caribou Mussel Inlet of the Great Bear Rainforest in Canada. © Public Domain

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Program Update: Fall 2024

Read about the work that our team and partners are doing in Canada to support nature and people.

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Our Stories

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Canadian Leaders Back Nature as a Climate Solution—So Does Science

In Canada, a new study showing the potential of natural climate solutions will help bolster ambitious climate targets and drive bold action to reach global 2030 goals.

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A Vision for Clayoquot Sound

We can protect old-growth forest while addressing climate change, habitat loss and social justice issues.

On the beaches of the Great Bear Rainforest, grizzly bears gorge on mussels.

Photographing the Great Bear Rainforest

Photographer Jon McCormack shares why he is so inspired by nature in the Great Bear Rainforest.

By Jon McCormack

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Thaidene Nene Reality

Indigenous leadership coupled with transformational support from The Nature Conservancy led to the protection of 6.5 million acre Thaidene Nëné, which translates to “Land of the Ancestors” in the Dene language. The park is in Canada’s Northwest Territories.

By Adam Bloom

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Round dance The Łutsël K’é Dene First Nation community participates in a round dance to mark the official protection of Thaidene Nëné. © Pat Kane

Initiative

Working With Indigenous Peoples

In Canada, the leadership of Indigenous peoples is essential to solving the conservation challenges we face locally and globally.

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Leadership

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Hadley Archer

Executive Director, Nature United (Canada)
Toni Hardesty

Toni Hardesty

Western and Canada Division Director
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Jan Glendening

Executive Vice President, North America, Caribbean and Micronesia
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Jennifer Morris

Chief Executive Officer, The Nature Conservancy
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Great Bear Sea Starfish Starfish in a tidepool near Klemtu, British Columbia, Canada. © Jason Houston

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Legacy Club

Learn how you can make a lasting gift to support our work in Canada by joining the Legacy Club.

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A man looks out at water and trees while standing on a high vantage point.
Boreal Overlook Nature United works with communities in the boreal region of Canada. © Pat Kane

Our Approach to Partnership in Canada

Partner Centered Our work is based on building relationships, establishing trust and developing partnerships focused on shared interests. © Jason Houston
Reciprocity Our partnerships with Indigenous communities are opportunities for mutual learning, sharing and receiving between Nature United and the communities. © Jason Houston
Flexible and Adaptable We strive to be flexible to the needs and constraints of communities, including being aware of competing priorities. We do not rush projects to fit within arbitrary deadlines. © Jason Houston
Diversity We recognize and respect the diversity of Indigenous communities, and the diversity that exists within Indigenous communities. © © Sustainable Southeast Partnership (Bethany Goodrich)
Clear and Accountable We set clear lines of communication and commit to fulfilling agreed-to roles and responsibilities. © Michael Pietrocarlo
Community-Driven We seek to understand what a community needs. Together with communities, we co-create plans that align with their priorities and our expertise and mission. © Pat Kane
× Partner Centered Our work is based on building relationships, establishing trust and developing partnerships focused on shared interests. © Jason Houston
× Reciprocity Our partnerships with Indigenous communities are opportunities for mutual learning, sharing and receiving between Nature United and the communities. © Jason Houston
× Flexible and Adaptable We strive to be flexible to the needs and constraints of communities, including being aware of competing priorities. We do not rush projects to fit within arbitrary deadlines. © Jason Houston
× Diversity We recognize and respect the diversity of Indigenous communities, and the diversity that exists within Indigenous communities. © © Sustainable Southeast Partnership (Bethany Goodrich)
× Clear and Accountable We set clear lines of communication and commit to fulfilling agreed-to roles and responsibilities. © Michael Pietrocarlo
× Community-Driven We seek to understand what a community needs. Together with communities, we co-create plans that align with their priorities and our expertise and mission. © Pat Kane