Thoughts From a "Lost Canadian" About Canada's Strategy to Protect Nature

As a person who was born in and who has lived in the US all my life, and who has enjoyed our country's National Parks, it has been painful to watch the last two years as the current corrupt administration destroys our National Parks and reduces protections for nature in the US. So, as a "Lost Canadian", I am SO happy to see Canada is taking a different perspective when it comes to protecting their National Parks and protecting nature in Canada. I am happy today to share with you some of what I'm learning from Canada.ca about Canada's strategy to protect nature!

• Canada's perspective begins from believing Nature is foundational to Canadian identity. 
• Canada believes - Canada's forests, lakes, rivers, prairies, mountains, tundra, and oceans are part of who we are, strengthen sovereignty, support the economy and sustain life. 
• Nature also provides essential defences. Wetlands absorb carbon and excess rainfall, forests prevent erosion, and healthy ecosystems reduce the impacts of severe weather. Protecting nature supports jobs, food security and Canada's long-term competitiveness on the world stage.
• Canada has a vision - We envision a Canada that protects, restores, and values nature as a foundation of our economy, sovereignty, and well-being, leading at home and globally, to ensure healthy ecosystems, resilient communities, and prosperity for present and future generations.
• Canada is leading the world - Canada has a unique opportunity to convene Indigenous Peoples, governments, investors, philanthropies, and communities coast-to-coast-to-coast to deliver the KMGBF (Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework), including protecting 30 per cent of Canada's lands and waters by 2030 (30x30). In a world that is fragmented, Canada can demonstrate how partnerships across geography, jurisdictions, and sectors can accelerate investment and align nature protection with economic prosperity, both at home and abroad.
• Canada has a plan - Here in Canada, governments, Indigenous Peoples and stakeholders have worked together to develop a roadmap: Canada's 2030 Nature Strategy.

I want to take a closer look at Canada's plan for their Nature Strategy, so I will write about it tomorrow. For now, this "Lost Canadian" is SO happy to know Canada values Nature - with their words and actions - and is setting an example for the world - Canada is a true world leader! You are able to read more about Canada's Strategy at this link.