Nature across Canada is at risk
Nature across Canada is at risk, and we need your help.
The federal government has released its first Nation Building Projects list. The Prime Minister doesn’t seem to be talking about nature, and we continue to be concerned that as development happens, industries will bypass regulations that protect it. This could threaten wildlife and their habitat, destroy important ecosystems, and silence nature’s voice.
We need you today to contact Prime Minister Mark Carney and your local Member of Parliament to let them know that you want to see nature protection treated as a Nation-Building Project.
Our Members of Parliament do respond when constituents write or call personally. I don’t know if you are aware, but Sandra, our National Executive Director, used to work on Parliament Hill, and she has repeatedly seen MPs alert the Prime Minister and say, “I’ve gotten lots of calls about this.” It puts pressure on Cabinet and can make a difference!
We encourage you to tell your MP that:
- Canada doesn’t need to choose between development and environmental protection. We need leadership that understands they are inseparable.
- Nature should not be treated like a holiday destination but as a vital economic asset that belongs on the balance sheet and in the budget.
- And if projects move forward, you would like assurances that they will: Protect Canada’s natural assets and make biodiversity conservation central to decision-making;
- Ensure projects do not compromise the survival or recovery of listed species at risk;
- Respect the standard of free, prior, and informed consent and ensure meaningful Indigenous engagement and public participation in planning.
- Read our statement to find out more
Ask for concrete responses from the Prime Minister on these concerns.
Calling, emailing, or writing to Mark Carney or your Member of Parliament is easy. Here is their contact info:
- PM’s office: https://www.pm.gc.ca/en/connect/contact
- MP contact info: https://www.ourcommons.ca/Members/en/search
Your email doesn’t need to be perfect. Just write from the heart.
Thank you for your support!