Tag: Canada
What does conservation mean to us?
Under the mounting pressure of climate change, there is growing awareness around the importance of conservation to protect our forests. But what does conservation really mean? More traditional Western definitions may assume that it is the protection of forests, specifically from the damaging effects of human activity. Although this definition may seem benign, even altruistic, […]
Who Decides the Future of the Wabanaki Forest?
Climate change is urgent, and yet, the Indigenous organizations we collaborate with and look up to have taught us that consensus-making and rights-based approaches take time. These two truths are not at odds. In fact, following the leadership of Indigenous knowledge holders and experts is the best way to understand the Wabanaki forest and protect it from irreversible damage.
Five Ways to Prepare for Carbon Offsets Markets
A Short Guide for Land Stewards Forest carbon offsets opportunities available to forest stewards are starting to pop up across the Maritimes. Each program is different and will vary in its accessibility, requirements, and the amount that it pays for carbon offsets. While you continue to evaluate emerging opportunities, there are several things that you […]
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 […]
$1 million for climate-focused forestry
Community Forests International is pleased to announce that it has received a $1 million grant from TD Bank Group as part of the 2022 TD Ready Challenge, a North American-wide initiative that provides funding to the top 10 organizations developing innovative and impactful responses to climate change. “One-third of the greenhouse gas emissions reductions needed […]
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 […]
Why forest complexity matters for biodiversity and resilience
Forests are rich in biodiversity. They are home to an incredible variety of plants, animals, and microorganisms. According to this analysis by the International Union for Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources, forests contain approximately 80% of the world’s amphibian species, 75% of bird species, and 68% of mammal species. Protecting forests is critical for […]
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 […]