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The Nature Economy in Action: Canadian Case Studies

October 01, 2025 | Ottawa, Ontario

Nature-positive business models are in action in Canada, proving what is possible when we account for the value of our working landscapes.

Canada’s Nature Advantage is highlghting Canadian business models that are generating economic value by investing in nature. Developed in partnership with Nature United and RBC Climate Action Institute, these case studies showcase an opportunity to build a future for Canada that benefits businesses, communities and the environment.

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Learn more about how Canadian businesses are changing how we think about nature and the economy.

Southern Ontario Agriculture

Harvest to Gather transformed Ontario farming, freeing agriculture from practices and supply chains that valued volume over stewardship.

P.E.I. Agriculture

Data from pilot farms showed reductions of between 50-150 kgs of carbon dioxide per hectare, with $50-$120 saved on inputs per hectare.

Great Bear Rainforest

Coast Funds has been a catalyst for Indigenous-led-and-owned economic development initiatives in the Great Bear Rainforest.

Lake Winnipeg Basin

Farmers generated, on average, $6,900/acre of value through ecosystem services such as pollination habitat, soil health and water regulation

B.C. Community Forests

B.C.’s Community Forest Agreements opened a pathway for community-led logging that is delivering on a triple bottom line business model.