Indigenous-led Conservation in Canada: preserving nature through shared knowledge and collaboration
Small Room
In Canada, Indigenous-led conservation initiatives are bringing together Indigenous knowledge of landscapes, seascapes, and biodiversity with Western science and technology to create collaborative solutions and a greater understanding of nature. A panel discussion presented by National Audubon Society.
This event features Indigenous leaders from the Seal River Watershed Alliance, Mushkegowuk Council, and Dena Kayeh Institute sharing how their connection to the land is linked to their work on creating Indigenous protected areas (IPCAs) in Canada. Audubon will provide an NGO perspective showcasing the special biodiversity features of each IPCA, with a specific focus on birds.
We will discuss how co-produced research is supporting proposed IPCAs and the effectiveness of combining Indigenous Knowledge with Western science. Each project exemplifies Indigenous-led conservation and land stewardship, and the process can be used as a blueprint for similar projects around the globe.