Author: Rebecca Jacobs
Exploring Climate-Smart Forest Management
“Climate-smart forestry.” “Ecological forest management.” “Climate-adaptive silviculture.” You may have heard these words before, but what do they mean? In this article, dive into what ecological forestry is, and how you or someone you know can apply it to their land. We’ll also look at some of the climate benefits that come from implementing these […]
Springtime in the Wabanaki Forest
Spring has arrived, and it’s the perfect time to venture into the wonders of the forest. As the snow melts and days grow longer, the whole ecosystem undergoes a remarkable transformation. So lace up your hiking shoes and get ready to discover the wonders of the season. Here’s what to look out for when exploring […]
More Found Forests
You asked, we answered! You wanted to learn more about the Forgotten Forests in our care, so today we’re featuring a few more of these special places. In case you missed it: in the summer of 2022, Community Forests launched the Forgotten Forest campaign to secure 2,500 acres of forest for restoration and long-term protection. […]
Finding Forgotten Forests
If you’ve ever visited or lived in the Maritime Provinces of eastern Canada, you are probably familiar with the Wabanaki Forest. Perhaps you’ve even walked through the woods to immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of life that are part of this special ecosystem. Yet, most of the forests in this region are not […]
Asitu’lɨsk: Land Full Circle
If you’ve been part of our community for a while, you’ll probably have seen news of an incredible forest and space in Mi’kma’ki (Nova Scotia) called Windhorse Farm. This enchanting natural landscape consists of the ancient Forest Wapane’kati and its riparian zone on the shores of Atuomkuk (Wentzell) Lake and the Pijnuiskaq (LaHave) River. These […]
Caring For Our Common Ground
Announced in April of 2021, the initial phase of the Common Ground project began an exploratory partnership between Community Forests International, the Nova Scotia Family Forest Network, and the Ulnooweg Development Group. What started as an effort to empower nature-based climate action throughout communities in the Maritimes quickly expanded into partnerships and increased solidarity among […]
Local knowledge is key to protecting biodiversity
The recent United Nations Biodiversity Conference (COP15) has been a reminder for the conservation community about the need to place Indigenous and local knowledge at the heart of biodiversity efforts—including protecting and restoring the world’s forests. Forests are beautifully diverse ecosystems. Globally, forests contain over 60,000 different tree species, 80% of amphibian species, 75% of […]
VIUNGO: Seeding Resilience
Just over two years ago, Community Forests launched the VIUNGO Project in Zanzibar. Translating to “ingredients” or “spice” in Swahili, VIUNGO is a four-year collaborative effort between local and international organizations in the region. Together, we are working to support small-scale farmers, empower women and youth, and boost economic growth and opportunity—key ingredients in a […]
What does conservation mean for us?
What do we mean when we talk about forest conservation? At Community Forests International, our approach has always been to put community and climate at the forefront. Community: building relations for solutions. While the well-being of all communities is at the core of our work, we increasingly aim to centre those most impacted by the […]