Minister's thought of the day
"The Indigenous Guardians program is one of those truly Canadian stories that can fly under the radar until an international spotlight reveals its unique success. By partnering to support First Nations, Inuit and Metis stewardship on the land, Canada is showing a new model for environmental protection and reconciliation. Today at COP15, I teamed up with Valérie Courtois to launch the First Nations National Guardians Network, which will connect 170 Guardians initiatives across Canada. It was a terrific way to close out Week 1 of COP15, where Indigenous conservation leadership was front and centre."
- The Honourable Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Environment and Climate Change
Quote of the day
"I would say to all of you out there, listen, and try to help the environment, and spread the word."
- 9-year-old climate activist, Robert, from Children's Climate Championship
Photo of the day
Credit: Environment and Climate Change Canada
Access to the host photographer images can be found here: UN Biodiversity's albums | Flickr
Daily event summary: December 9, 2022
- Announcement related to federal leadership on other effective area-based conservation measures (OECMs) in Canada.
