QSA's Week in Environment (#2, 2024)
Marine conservation area agreement; Indigenous lobster fishery understanding; Canada Water Agency becomes standalone; Cape Breton reforestation project; Quebec Fisheries Fund support.
Start Date: 2024-10-12
End Date: 2024-10-18
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Cree Nation and Parks Canada Agree on Marine Conservation
The Cree Nation Government and Parks Canada have finalized a feasibility assessment for an offshore Indigenous Protected Area and national marine conservation area in the Eeyou Marine Region. This proposed conservation area covers over 26,000 square kilometers and is crucial for wildlife and Cree cultural heritage. It will also contribute to Canada's goal of protecting 30% of its lands and waters by 2030. The agreement involves continued engagement with Indigenous and local communities to establish this conservation region, emphasizing its role in climate change mitigation and biodiversity protection.
Sources: ['Announcements: www.canada.ca']
