Understand Indigenous Protected and
Conserved Areas (IPCAs)
These resources explain what IPCAs are and where the name came from.
What are Indigenous Protected and Conserved Areas (IPCAs)? An Introductory Video
This video explains the core elements, benefits, and range of existing and emerging models of IPCAs and their critical role in achieving biodiversity targets and addressing climate change.
Understanding Indigenous Protected and Conserved Areas: Infographics
The Understanding Indigenous Protected and Conserve Areas (IPCAs) infographic illustrates some of the key elements of IPCAs and how they are interconnected, with culture and language at the heart.
Frequently Asked Questions About IPCAs
This Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) list aims to address some of the most common questions we've heard about Indigenous Protected and Conserved Areas (IPCAs) from a diversity of practitioners, researchers, community members, and leaders in this space.
We Rise Together
This is the foundational document in the realm of IPCAs, written by the Indigenous Circle of Experts. Key are the 28 recommendations brought forwards to facilitate and support the establishment of IPCAs across Canada.
Indigenous Circle of Experts – Summary and Recommendations
This video provides an overview of the work of the Indigenous Circle of Experts for the Pathway to Target 1.
Ask Us Anything IPCAs
This webinar shares knowledge and answers questions about IPCAs, including establishment, governance, challenges, opportunities, and much more. The dialogue includes diverse stories, lessons, and information to support and strengthen IPCA development.
Good for the Land, Good for the People, Good for the Economy
The paper presents the case for IPCAs that are supported by Guardians programs and it sets out the path forward through a series of key recommendations for action in British Columbia.
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