Indigenous-led Conservation is the Path Forward
We believe that Indigenous-led conservation is the most effective, equitable and efficient way to safeguard the nature that all of us hold dear.
© Doug Chiasson / WWF-Canada
What We Do
World Wildlife Fund Canada is the country’s largest international conservation organization. Using the best scientific analysis and indigenous guidance, we work to conserve species at risk, protect threatened habitats, and address climate change. Our long-term vision is simple: to create a world where people and nature thrive.
Wildlife
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Our planet’s biodiversity is in crisis. Global wildlife populations have declined by 60 per cent on average over the past 40 years — and about half of Canada’s populations are also experiencing decline. WWF-Canada is working to reverse this.
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Habitat
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In Canada, 84 per cent of habitats with high concentrations of at-risk species are inadequately or not at all protected. Alongside local and national partners, WWF-Canada is working to conserve ecologically important regions, create a network of protected areas and restore habitat across the country.
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Climate
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The climate crisis is wreaking havoc across the globe, putting the future of the planet as we know it at risk. WWF-Canada is working on nature-based climate solutions to reduce the release of greenhouse gas emissions into the atmosphere and increase our adaptation and resilience to the changes that have already begun.
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Innovation
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WWF-Canada is using cutting-edge science and technology to help fill crucial data gaps, identify the most important habitats and use that knowledge to protect species diversity. From artificial intelligence to drones, conservation technologies are helping us find innovative solutions to some of the world’s most pressing environmental challenges.
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Featured Story
North Atlantic right whales are facing imminent extinction
North Atlantic right whales are critically endangered, with only about 400 left in the world. Historically, hunting led to near extinction of this majestic species. Now, their biggest threats include getting entangled in fishing gear and struck by vessels. Canada needs a plan to make sure we don’t drive North Atlantic right whales to extinction ...
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What You Can Do
Connect with Nature Indoors
It's easy to feel disconnected from nature when you’re self-isolating at home. That’s why we’re finding new ways to bring the outdoors to you! Check out our list of ideas for things you can do from home.
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In the Zone
You can create an ecosystem in your yard that offers food and shelter to a diversity of bees, caterpillars, butterflies and birds. Explore strategies for growing a garden that helps native species thrive.
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Biopolis
Biopolis is WWF-Canada’s urban biodiversity hub. Promoting research, solutions and best practices to protect and enhance urban biodiversity in Canada.
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Adopt a Walrus
When you symbolically adopt a species or make a purchase from our online store, you're giving an extraordinary gift while supporting our critical conservation work.
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With Your Help
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healthy native plant gardens were planted through In the Zone Gardens
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kilograms of garbage were collected from Canadian shorelines through the Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup
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square kilometres in the Last Ice Area (Tuvaijuittuq and Tallurutiup Imanga) were designated as protected areas
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