Building a Strategy
Resiliency comes from secure capital. Diversity in all forms ensures this. Whether in the form of biodiversity that supports nature's capacity to renew itself, to provide medicines, pollination and production of food, clean waters and buffering against catastrophes. It also comes from diversity of perspectives that lead to improved dialogue and better solutions. And it comes from a diverse economy that includes creativity alongside consumption.
The Land Between is a meeting place between species, perspectives, and practices.
We are working to create the forums to honor the foundations of our wealth and wellbeing, and honour our traditions alongside innovations, so that together, we can secure our capital and our future.
The Resilient Lands Strategy- Agwaamtoon Mshkiikii (Protecting the Medicines)
In order for any goals to be meaningful, they have to be informed by knowledge and data. We understand that The Land Between's economy is reliant on a healthy landscape with diverse wildlife, for fishing, hunting, recreation and enjoyment. We also know that our traditions and culture are informed by the landscape, from our pastimes to our icons. Therefore, our approach begins with the Land, and looks to the people and our practices. The strategy therefore includes four aspects to build a robust movement. See below.
The Resilient Landscapes Strategy is a journey. The road to resiliency consists of many steps and unexpected wins and losses. Therefore our strategic document is evolving.
You can take a sneak peak here!
The Land Between is one of 15 Community Nominated Priority Places in Canada. It is recognized as a last wilderness landscape in southern Ontario, and a last refuge for species and functions; a home to 59 Species at Risk and other declining iconic wildlife. The region is so vital to our health and well-being that it is deserving of our attention and care.
Community-Driven Action
We also conduct on the ground work, hand in hand with people like you! You can also get involved in building resiliency and a good future for our children's children. Check out these efforts:
We work to test new designs in turtle road mortality mitigation using new materials and technologies for cost-effective solutions. We also train people in invasive species identification and removal. As well as, municipalities and OPP in road mitigation techniques. Ensuring to install signage at mortality hotspots.
Across generations to inspire future leaders and caretakers. We have designed curriculums to meet Ontario learning expectations for all grade school levels and across many subjects. Crafting camps and workshops that are fun while advancing knowledge and skills for children and youth. While continuously providing presentations, and training workshops to help people help wildlife.
You can join community science programs to help wildlife while learning skills and meeting like-minded people
We have volunteer opportunities for birders, turtle-lovers, and backyard enthusiasts; for new nature geeks and seasoned experts too.
Volunteering can be as little as one night, on call or more regular schedules.
More about our programs
