This article discusses how Indigenous Peoples, historically excluded from conservation decisions in Canada, are now leading efforts in conservation through Indigenous Protected and Conserved Areas (IPCAs). Despite Canada’s vast biocultural diversity and Indigenous population, less than 1 percent of the land is designated as Indigenous-led protected areas as of 2022. However, more than 50 Indigenous communities are currently funded to establish IPCAs. This movement and momentum positions Canada as a potential global leader in Indigenous-led conservation as the country aims to meet ambitious conservation targets by embedding Indigenous rights, knowledge, and values in the national conservation strategy.