Safeguarding 30% of Land in BC, Forever
We need to protect 30% of land in BC to keep nature healthy
Nature is at a breaking point and we’re seeing the effects of biodiversity loss throughout BC. From threatened Grizzly bear populations and dwindling caribou numbers to critically endangered northern spotted owls, biodiversity is declining faster than ever before. The science backed target of protecting 30% of lands and waters by 2030 is a key solution to halt biodiversity loss in BC.
Photo by: Adam Combs
Photo by: Adam Combs
Why Action is Needed
What's at stake?
When given adequate protection to thrive, nature supports healthy wildlife and resilient communities. It’s the common ground that sustains us all, from the air we breathe to the jobs that sustain communities. Our forests, rivers, and coastlines provide clean air, water, and support industries like tourism and sustainable forestry. Protecting 30 per cent of BC by 2030 is critical to safeguard habitat for wildlife, prevent species loss and ensure resilient ecosystems that can buffer extreme weather and mitigate climate change effects. The 30×30 target not only addresses biodiversity loss, but also supports long-term environmental and community health.
- We are part of and depend on nature
- We need to halt the decline of species
- Healthy ecosystems are important for our health and economy
- Protected areas will benefit us all
- Over 1,900 species & ecosystems at risk
Solutions
Work with First Nations and the Government of BC to grow protected areas in BC
The Government of BC has committed to protecting 30% of lands by 2030 in partnership with Indigenous Peoples. Across the province, First Nations are leading efforts to address biodiversity loss and safeguard ecosystems through Indigenous governance and knowledge systems. As stewards of these natural environments since time immemorial, they hold deep understanding of the relationships between land, water, wildlife and people. First Nations are establishing Indigenous Protected and Conserved Areas (IPCAs) under their inherent rights and laws. There is an opportunity for the Government of BC to increase land protection by establishing a legal framework to recognize IPCAs.
- Species thrive in areas managed by Indigenous Peoples
- Initiatives are already underway
- A way to increase protections that upholds Rights & Title
- We need a legal framework to recognize ICPAs
We need your support!
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Updates & News
CPAWS BC
March 20, 2025
Progress report shows BC needs faster action on nature conservation
Today marks the first day of spring, and it’s a cool, crisp day where I live on Secwépemc territory in ...
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CPAWS BC
March 5, 2025
CPAWS-BC urges province to continue advancing nature conservation following 2025 BC Budget
Wednesday, March 5, 2025, unceded territories of the Coast Salish Peoples/Vancouver, BC – With the release of a very tight ...
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CPAWS BC
January 16, 2025
CPAWS-BC urges the BC Government to keep up conservation momentum following Mandate Letters
Unceded territories of the Coast Salish Peoples/Vancouver, BC – The Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society, British Columbia (CPAWS-BC) is urging ...
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Indigenous Protected and Conserved Areas (IPCA)
Indigenous Peoples have cared for lands and waters since time immemorial. As original stewards, Indigenous Peoples’ leadership, knowledge and experience ...
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