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1/2 When Indigenous Peoples care for the land, nature thrives. At #COP17, representatives of Our Land for the Future Trust highlighted progress from one of the world's largest Indigenous-led land conservation initiatives.
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ALT Two people stand on stage embracing, behind them is a large presentation screen displaying the words “Our Land for the Future Trust” beside an illustration of pink wildflowers and logos of partner organizations.

Five people pose together on a stage in front of a large screen displaying “Our Land for the Future Trust,” a wildflower illustration, and logos of partner organization.

ALT Five people pose together on a stage in front of a large screen displaying “Our Land for the Future Trust,” a wildflower illustration, and logos of partner organization.

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2/2 This new report from Our Land for the Future Trust shows what #Indigenous-led #conservation is achieving in the North. 🌿 🔗 Read the report: ow.ly/7VZo5101Tek

Our Land for the Future Marks Successful First Year, $18M for Indigenous-led Conservation and...

With support from the Our Land for the Future Trust, Indigenous partners have launched stewardship initiatives, generated jobs, and advanced area-based conservation. This wave of activity—and its...

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1/2 What is an Other Effective area-based Conservation Measure (OECM)? 🌿 Also known as working landscapes, OECMs are an area being used for a particular purpose, such as grazing or recreation, while being managed in a way that also conserves #biodiversity.
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2/2 At #COP17, Secretary of State (Nature) Nathalie Provost spoke at the Launch of the Yerevan Global Action Hub about Canada's leadership in OECMs. Learn more about action in Canada: ow.ly/oGwf5101Rsz
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Yesterday we announced proposed amendments to the Clean Fuel Regulations. Why? 💪 Stronger Canadian #LowCarbon fuels industry and support for Canadian workers. 🏭 Long term emissions reductions.  🌱 #CleanTech upgrades for industry.
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Have your say: ow.ly/l3nP5101OoZ #GCConsultation
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Mark’s Auto Air Conditioning & Car Accessories Ltd. fined $25,000 for violating the Canadian Environmental Protection Act, 1999 while importing refrigerant. Details: ow.ly/LFlk5101L59 #enforcement
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1/3 Today at #COP17, Minister Dabrusin and Secretary of State Provost reinforced Canada's commitment to working with partners around the world to halt and reverse #biodiversity loss. 🌿
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2/3 No country can achieve the goals of the Kunming-Montréal Global Biodiversity Framework alone. That is why Canada is advancing action on nature, supporting Indigenous-led conservation, and mobilizing nature finance.
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3/3 Learn more about Canada’s Strategy to #ProtectNature: ow.ly/mbkl5101w37
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1/2 Today, at #COP17 Minister Dabrusin highlighted that we must protect our #oceans to protect global biodiversity. This means conserving marine habitats, supporting sustainable fisheries, and building resilience to climate change.
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2/2 We are collaborating to #ProtectNature. Actions to protect and conserve the oceans is key to delivering on our Global Biodiversity Framework goals. Learn more: ow.ly/rNbw5101ukj

Prime Minister Carney announces historic investment to protect Canada’s oceans

Canada is an ocean nation. Our three coasts connect us to each other and the world, carry our trade, and sustain hundreds of thousands of livelihoods.

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1/2 Canada is reducing harmful substances in our air and water. Since the 1990s and early 2000s, emissions to air and releases to water of mercury, lead, cadmium and arsenic have declined significantly.
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2/2 Explore the data 👇 Emissions to air: ow.ly/1r6P5100Yh3 Releases to water: ow.ly/aTcC5100Yh1 #EnvironmentalIndicators #CESI
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🌀 Hurricane season may feel like it’s winding down, but it’s not over until November - and our experts are tracking storm systems 24/7. Don’t tune out early. Stay informed and #GetPrepared: ow.ly/RHTz50ZNqfC @Get_Prepared
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The national strategy respecting #EnvironmentalJustice was tabled in Parliament today. It is the first of its kind in Canada. 🍁 Learn more: ow.ly/xxfL5100HHt
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The theme for #COP17 is “Taking Action for Nature.” A Force of Nature: Canada's Strategy to Protect Nature outlines how we are supporting Indigenous-led conservation and mobilizing investment to #ProtectNature. Learn more: ow.ly/2oi95100BPA
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ALT Graphic with image on the right showing migratory waterbirds gathering on a lake, lined with autumn trees. A stylized green maple leaf pattern appears on the left side. Text reads “Canada at COP17” and “#COP17,” with the Canada wordmark in the lower right corner.

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What is a COP? Do you know? Canada is at #COP17 working with global partners to protect #biodiversity, encourage Indigenous-led conservation, and turn ambition into action to #ProtectNature. Watch and learn more!

What is a COP?

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🌍 As the world gathers for #COP17, let's start with the basics. What is biodiversity? Why is it important? Learn why protecting nature matters and connects us all: ow.ly/Z6pv5100h3q
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1/2 The Southern Bight and Minas Basin, inlets of the Bay of Fundy, are essential resting areas for migrating Semipalmated Sandpipers — with flocks of more than 400,000 at peak times.
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2/2 Discover Canada’s 37 #Wetlands of International Importance: ow.ly/am8h510074v #CelebratingWetlands #NovaScotia. @RamsarConv Photo: Christian Marcotte
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