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Conserving Nature in Carolinian Canada
A Strategy for the Future October 20, 2006
Carolinian Canada Coalition Forum 2006Growing Sustainable Connections
A Special Case for Canada & Ontario
Highest Biodiversity & Species at RiskMost Threatened Landscape
Ecological Needs are Urgent
A Specialized Approach is neededPrivate
Multiple ownershipMultiple users
Small sitesIntense land use
25% of Canada’s populationRichest Land base in CanadaHigh Demand for assistance
Good Ideas are developed here because effective solutions are needed fast
High populationshelp shape flexible conservation actions
“The Challenges are Immense but the Opportunities
are Greater”
Size of area is ‘Do-able’High Impact for minimal resourcesOpportunity to be VisionaryThe Time is Right Now.
1/3 of Canada’s Species at Risk
Area of High Heritage Value
Urgent Ecological Need Priority Bioregion
Global Steward Like No other Place
Specialized Landscape Private & Active
Community Interest Immediate Opportunities
Existing Network Stakeholders & Science
Carolinian Canada CoalitionMaking the Connections
Protecting the Unique Nature Protecting the Unique Nature of Southwestern Ontarioof Southwestern Ontario
Why CCC?
LeadingEcoregional
group
ImplementationNetwork forProvincial &
National Strategies
Coordinate between
communities
Sense of PlaceConnection
with residents
Effective Government &
Ngo partnership
Collaborative Efficient
Science-based Framework
Community-oriented
Linking Between Scales
Back Yard
Back Field
Property
County
Watershed
Ecoregion
Ontario
Canada
Global
The Coalition38 Critical Unprotected Sites
ResearchInventories
Planning Recommendations
Private Land Stewardship467 stewardship
agreements (~6,000 ha)
Spin-Off EvolutionsTallgrass Ontario,
Farmland TrustStewardship programs
Land Protection
2,000 acres
From “Islands of Green”
to “Landscapes of Green”
Cores + Connections= Healthy ecosystems= Healthy Landscapes= Thriving Communities
3. Promote a researched understanding of nature and its critical interdependence with humans.
Objects
2. Collaborate with individuals and groups who care about natural lands to enhance the effectiveness of conservation action in Carolinian Canada.
1. Protect and restore natural heritage in Carolinian Canada for healthy, balanced and sustainable landscapes.
Collaborative Strategies
Consensus for Actions
Identify priorities and rolesfor each sector & scale
Integration into hundreds of linked strategies & programs
The Big PictureEffective & Collaborative Biodiversity Conservation
Shared vision & priorities
Clarify roles
Adaptable to reflect new science &
changing context
Strategic Networking
Socio-economic
links
Cores will act a demonstration to surrounding private landscape to create connections and corridors
THINKING BIG140 Core HabitatsA framework for coordinated, strategic &
efficient action between all partners
ChallengesSprawl
Fragmentation
Multi-use Landscape
Severe Losses
Bioregional Planning
Natural Corridors
Conservation Stewardship
Ecological Restoration
Big Picture Opportunities
Carolinian Woodland Recovery StrategyEfficient Recovery for 500+ rare elements
Species
CommunitiesCoordinate with on-ground
programs-Local Leaders
- Community Conservation Plans
EcosystemsPolicy, Planning &
Stewardship
- Big Picture Guidelines
High Priority Sites - Link Recovery
Actions
Zone Coordination- Woodland Network
INTEGRATE NATURE
Planning Symposia
Advisory Reps
Policy Committee
Awards
Big Pic Report Card
FacilitateInformed
Decision-making
LandownerLinks
CommunityOutreach
SectorTools
MAKE IT EASY
Stewardship Guides
Links to Partners
Relevant incentives
Local Leaders
CCC Almanac
INSTILL PRIDE
Heritage Plaques
Roadshow, Media
CC Book
Volunteer Network
Strategic Networking
Connect Members & AlliesLink to decision-makers
Professional Development5000+ Communication Hub Working Groups, Forums
Join to Be Part of:
1. A strong voice for the Carolinian Life Zone;
2. A coordinated approach to protect, restore & monitor natural heritage systems;
3. A vision for sustainable landscapes;
4. A coalition for positive action.
Many Thanks to our Photo & Art Contributors
Allen WoodliffeJohn Bellar
John AmbroseScott Gillingwater
Ben PorchukNick Mandrak
Gerry ClementsMary Gartshore
Ron GouldLynn Dukelow
Nancy RobinsonSusie Mah
Peggy HurstRichard HulseDonald Kirk
Shawn McKnightUpper Thames River Conservation Authority
Ontario Ministry of Natural ResourcesHamilton Naturalists’ Club
Hamilton Region Conservation AuthorityRural Lambton Stewardship Network
Nature Conservancy of Canada
Carolinian Canada Big Picture Map produced by Ontario Natural Heritage Information Centre for the Carolinian
Canada Coalition