“Conservation Ontario is excited to see WWF-Canada bringing restoration practitioners together to help all of us reach our individual & national goals. This collaboration is an effective way to work together and make sure restoration in Canada counts.” – Angela Coleman, Conservation Ontario

“Each and every one of us can make a difference. If we all work together, we can bring the salmon back, maybe not to historical levels but to levels where our children & grandchildren in generations to come will still have salmon to eat.” – Rick Bailey, Katzie First Nation

“Indigenous-led conservation is the most effective and equitable way to safeguard habitat, reverse wildlife loss and reduce climate change,” said Megan Leslie, who moderated the panel.

The panelists discussed stewardship and self-determination in resource management, resilience-boosting reforestation after climate-fuelled wildfires and how salmon habitat restoration supports biodiversity and culture.

.@KPaul66 from Wolastoqey First Nation explained how the community is connected to the rivers and the land, like veins in the body. AND by restoring waters, they’re not only healing nature but also preserving their culture, language and ancestral memories.

La restauration permet de rétablir des écosystèmes convertis ou dégradés, avec des mesures comme la reconstitution de chenaux pour le saumon, le reboisement d’écosystèmes ravagés par les incendies ou la réparation des berges de rivières dévastées par les inondations.

La cible du CMB est ambitieuse : d’ici 2030, restaurer au moins 30 % des écosystèmes dégradés. Depuis 2020, le WWF-Canada et ses partenaires ont déjà restauré ou entrepris la restauration de 80 000+ hectares, et nous visons 1 million ha d’ici 2030. 💪🌲

« La restauration à cette échelle exigera nos efforts combinés, c’est pourquoi nous soutenons #Missionrestauration. Cela permettra aux org. qui restaurent des écosystèmes de documenter leurs activités, garantissant la contribution de ces travaux aux obj. du 🇨🇦. » – Steven Guilbeault

« Le WWF-Canada travaille fort pour #RégénérerleCanada d’ici 2030, en restaurant 1 M d'hectares d’habitats perdus. Mission restauration nous aidera à atteindre cet objectif + les obj. nationaux et internationaux. Nous avons hâte de collaborer avec les autres. » – Megan Leslie

Often at these negotiations there’s a lot of talk of what we *should* do. These panelists talked about what their nations *are* doing. It’s totally inspiring.

Take a moment to listen to Ken Paul.

"We are beginning the era of human extinction. I do not think I am exaggerating," said Colombian President Gustavo Petro to open the #COP16 biodiversity summit's high-level segment with 6 presidents and 100+ gov't ministers. reuters.com/world/americas…

Colombia is a long way from the Arctic, but decisions here at #COP16 could have profound impacts on Arctic ecosystems and people - potentially profoundly positive impacts if we get this right. rcinet.ca/eye-on-the-arc… WWF-Canada

“When we talk about protecting biodiversity, we often focus on conservation but while we can protect certain areas, that doesn’t stop sea ice or permafrost from melting." 🗣️ from #COP16, Megan Leslie brings attn to the Arctic's role in climate strategies rcinet.ca/eye-on-the-arc…

Taylor Swift is bringing the #ErasTour to 🇨🇦 & as a 😻 lover, we think she’d appreciate these *purrfectly* Canadian cats! 🐾 To celebrate, here's some of Canada’s coolest wild felines: the elusive Canada lynx, cougar cubs & a stealthy bobcat. AND special guest, Benjamin Button!

Exciting to see 🇨🇦 launch GAIA—a finance platform for climate adaptation! This initiative will empower up to 25 regions, with a strong focus on adaptation & support for small island nations & least developed countries.👏 This is a major step forward for climate resilience. #COP29

On behalf of everyone at WWF-Canada, our president & CEO Megan Leslie filmed a special message for all our supporters. ✨ SPOILER ALERT: She says, "thank you so much for your incredible commitment & generosity this year. We honestly couldn't do this work without you!" 💜

There is a tradition of political staffers and leaders producing bad videos when there is a porogation call. Stephane Dion in 2008. Now: Pierre Poilievre in 2025. What is with that crappy music behind the #CPC video? #cdnpoli

At a time when the media landscape—especially in Canada—is shrinking, this acquisition represents something rare: growth. Welcome to the Lead team!