Conservation and Protection

Aboriginal Clean Energy Network  

Collaborative association which provides Aboriginal communities and organizations with information and tools for the development of clean energy projects.

Aboriginal Engagement - Nuclear Waste Management Organization  

Aboriginal Funds for Species at Risk  

Source: Government of Canada; Species at Risk Public Registry (SRPR)

Aboriginal Partnerships – The Canadian Model Forest Network  

This page describes forest management work being carried out by Aboriginal organizations within and outside the Canadian Model Forest Network, and provides links to publications, projects, and events.

Aboriginal Trapping – The Agreement on International Humane Trapping Standards  

This website is about the subject of international humane trapping standards.

Source: Fur Institute of Canada

Canadian Boreal Initiative  

This initiative brings together diverse partners to create new solutions for Boreal Forest conservation and works as a catalyst supporting on-the-ground efforts across the Boreal.

Dégel de l'Arctique – Découverte (In French Only)  

This French-language page by Radio-Canada provides links to a range of articles on the topic of the thawing of the Arctic and the impact this is having on Arctic ecosystems and Arctic peoples.

Source: Government of Canada; Société Radio-Canada (SRC)

EcoAction Community Funding Program  

Source: Government of Canada; Environment Canada (EC)

Enhancing Aboriginal Involvement in Canada's Model Forests  

A study proposing to enhance Aboriginal involvement in Canada's model forests.

Source: International Development Research Centre

First Nations Wildfire Protection Element  

Provides an overview of this program focused on reducing the wild land fire threat to First Nations communities in the beetle zone, and also contains application material for funding.

Source: Government of Canada; Natural Resources Canada (NRCan)

Fur Institute of Canada  

Active member of various international fur trade and conservation organizations that promotes the sustainable and wise use of Canada's fur resources.

MiningWatch Canada  

MWC is an initiative addressing the urgent need for a coordinated public interest response to the threats posed by irresponsible mineral policies and practices in Canada and around the world.

Ministry of Environment  

The environment section of the Métis National Council web site features news related to endangered species and other environmental issues as well as photo galleries of their meetings and activities.

Source: Métis National Council

Network Initiatives – The Canadian Model Forest Network  

The CMFN has established an Aboriginal Strategic Initiative (ASI) that seeks to address issues relevant to Aboriginal communities and Model Forests across the country.

Northern Contaminants Program  

Work towards reducing and, where possible, eliminating contaminants in traditionally harvested foods, while providing information that assists informed decision-making by individuals and communities in their food use.

Source: Government of Canada; Indian and Northern Affairs Canada (INAC)

Northern Contaminated Sites Program  

INAC has the responsibility, through the CSP, to manage a number of contaminated properties that are no longer maintained by the original occupant.

Source: Government of Canada; Indian and Northern Affairs Canada (INAC)

Northern Oil and Gas  

Manages the oil and gas resources on federal lands in the NWT, Nunavut and in the northern offshore, seeks practical solutions and increases understanding on oil and gas matters.

Source: Government of Canada; Indian and Northern Affairs Canada (INAC)

Pembina Institute: Arctic Energy Solutions  

Persistent Organic Pollutants: Are we close to a solution? – Northern Perspectives (PDF)  

Explains what POPs are, what they do, and what challenges face those trying to rid the world of these toxic chemicals.

Source: Canadian Arctic Resources Committee

Rez Water  

This page discusses drinking water standards and the importance for First Nations communities of having access to safe drinking water supplies.

Source: Water.ca

Sharing the Story – Aboriginal and Northern Energy Experiences – Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy  

This publication clearly demonstrates how Aboriginal peoples and Northerners and the Government of Canada can work in partnership to build a stronger heritage for future generations.

Source: Government of Canada; Indian and Northern Affairs Canada (INAC)

Sila – Clue in to Climate Change  

This is the homepage of Sila: Clue in to Climate Change, a project of the Canadian Museum of Nature exploring climate change in the arctic environment.

Source: Government of Canada; Canadian Museum of Nature

Success Through Partnerships – Shellfish Program Benefits Bras d'Or – Atlantic Region  

The Eskasoni Fish and Wildlife Commission has for the past four years assisted Environment Canada in a shellfish water quality protection program. So far, this productive collaboration has led to a 12% increase in approved shellfish areas in the Bras d'Or Lakes.

Source: Government of Canada; Environment Canada (EC)

Transportation of Eagle Items Across the U.S./Canada Border (Interim Solution)  

Discusses the interim solution which authorizes status Indians to transport eagle items to and from the United States for cultural and ceremonial purposes.

Source: Government of Canada; Indian and Northern Affairs Canada (INAC)

Water  

This page is INAC's Water Index Page, which offers links to protocol for safe drinking, water management strategy, infrastructure and maintenance, etc.

Source: Government of Canada; Indian and Northern Affairs Canada (INAC)

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