Backed By Evidence
Research by Canada’s Nature Advantage translates the essential value of nature into scalable economic opportunities and outlines practical pathways to build a thriving Canadian economy rooted in our working landscapes.
Emerging research identifies business models that integrate the value of nature deliver lasting benefits for employees, the environment, and the bottom line.
From the agricultural lands and wetlands of the Southern Prairies and Southern Ontario to the forested landscapes in British Columbia, Canada has diverse regions that are demonstrating new ways to value nature for rural and Indigenous communities, investors, and our country.
The Nature Economy in Action: Canadian Case Studies
Explore Canadian case studies that demonstrate the power of nature to create value for businesses, communities and the environment
Unlocking the Value of Nature
Research sheds light on investment-ready “hotspots” and outlines key actions that will unlock this economic power for Canada.
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BC
Improved forest management drives local economic growth, strengthens ecosystems, and reduces emissions.
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WEST
Smarter nutrient management on farms can boost yields by up to $153 per hectare annually while improving soil and ecosystem health.
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ONTARIO
Restoring farmland and wetlands cuts emissions, lowers costs, creates jobs, and supports biodiversity.
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QUEBEC
Forest and farmland restoration could generate returns of millions annually, while supporting rural jobs and ecosystems.
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EAST
Conserving wetlands can provide $8,800 per hectare each year in flood protection, protecting vulnerable coastal communities.
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CANADA
Restoring ecosystems can deliver returns of up to 30-to-1 for Canada’s economy and environment, or $9.5 billion+ a year returned to farmers and communities.
