#Forests
Forests help stabilize the climate, sustain a diversity of life, provide economic opportunity and are the source of culture for many Indigenous Peoples. Canada is fortunate to have some of the world’s most magnificent and globally valuable forests. The Boreal forest, for example, encompasses more than half of our country’s landmass. It contains vast stores of carbon and freshwater and supports billions of migratory birds and iconic species like the wolverine, lynx and caribou. It also represents the territories of hundreds of First Nations who have been stewards of the land since time immemorial. Across the globe – from Canada to Indonesia – large areas of forests are being degraded, due in large part to unsustainable industrial activities. The need to protect those forests that remain is more urgent than ever. In the face of the crisis, inspiring solutions and compelling arguments are not enough. We need to build a movement of people calling for forest protection, species survival and taking action against climate change. A movement that can support Indigenous Peoples rights, call out corporate exploitation of the planet, and expose government inaction. This is where you come in.
 
                Things you can do
We want you to take action because together we’re strong.
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                 RESPECT THE AMAZON – STOP ILLEGAL GOLD MININGDemand that global leaders protect the Amazon from illegal gold mining. 
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                 Call on Canada to pass a strong nature protection lawThe environment minister must pass legislation that respects Indigenous rights and safeguards biodiversity. 
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 COP30 in sight: 5 things you need to know about COPsFor many people, COPs sound like endless speeches and photo ops, and sometimes they are. But they are also one of the key tools we have to tackle the climate. 
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 Homegrown Biodiversity Strategies: Nature Protection in Chaotic TimesIn the flurry of election and tariff chaos, the Liberal party recently announced a new housing plan promising to build green and affordable homes, quickly. 
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 Poilievre wants to repeal Bill C-69 (Environmental Assessment Laws)—what does this mean for nature?Bill C-69, passed in 2019, created the ‘Impact Assessment Act’ to ensure that major projects consider effects on biodiversity, water, communities, and Indigenous rights — not just profit. In other…