The lands and waters we depend on are under increasing pressure. Nature sustains us, strengthens communities and supports our future. Our purpose is to bring people together to protect and care for nature, so people, wildlife and communities can thrive for generations.
The challenges facing nature demand bold action. We bring people together to permanently protect nature at the scale it needs. Our ambition is to mobilize Canadians to accelerate conservation and double our impact by 2030. Together, we will:
We bring people together to protect nature and build a future where people, wildlife and communities thrive.
Our values inspire us and shape how we work with each other, our partners and our supporters. We are a community of passionate conservation champions working together to achieve meaningful results for nature across Canada.
We think big. Bold ideas energize us and drive our ambition to make the world a better place. We lead with courage and celebrate innovation.
We listen, learn and adapt. We embrace different perspectives and ways of knowing. We seek dynamic collaboration to multiply our impact. We celebrate and encourage the full participation of people from all walks of life.
We act with intention and consistency to relentlessly deliver results. We’re optimistic, confident and open to possibilities. Our experience, and the experience of others, informs all of our actions.
We facilitate opportunities for others to achieve their aspirations. We cultivate trust through openness and transparency. We encourage initiative. We strive for bold conservation achievements in which equity, diversity and inclusion are the norm.
“Canada has an extraordinary opportunity to shape a future where nature and communities thrive together. By bringing people, partners and resources together across the country, we can turn bold ambition into lasting change.”Catherine Grenier, President & CEO, Nature Conservancy of Canada
We believe conservation is stronger when people with different backgrounds, identities, lived experiences and perspectives can fully participate. We are committed to creating an equitable and inclusive organization where everyone feels welcomed, respected and able to contribute.
We work to remove barriers, broaden participation and build meaningful relationships with the diverse communities connected to nature across Canada. We hold ourselves accountable, we continue learning and we strive to ensure our work reflects and benefits the people and communities we serve.
