The article showcases the Kahnawà:ke Environment Protection Office’s (KEPO) exemplary Indigenous-led conservation work on Kateri Tekakwitha Island, off Kahnawà:ke (Quebec), which has revitalized the island’s ecosystem over nearly a decade, demonstrating the power of community-driven, Indigenous-led land stewardship in restoring biodiversity and fostering environmental appreciation.

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