Our Work
Our vision is to keep at least half of Canada’s public land and water wild — forever. We focus on protecting large tracts of land, oceans and freshwater so that the species within them can survive and thrive.
Wildlife
New Brunswick is rich in biodiversity, and it is up to us to ensure that these species have a chance to continue.
What does “endangered” mean anyway?
“Endangered species” is a term most of us are familiar with. We know that endangered species need to be protected, that they are often threatened by human activities, and that we risk losing these plants and animals from our ecosystems. Around the world, more than 27,000 species are at risk of going extinct, but what [Learn more]
Biodiversity and Climate Change
Climate change will have significant impacts on the natural world, food webs and nutrient cycles. As temperatures increase and precipitation patterns change, there will be many changes in the ecosystems which provide habitat for the flora and fauna of New Brunswick. [Learn more]
Oceans
While Canada boasts one of the largest ocean territories in the world, only 1.3 percent of it is protected through meaningful long-term conservation measures. Being surrounded by water on 3 sides makes protecting our ocean an important focus for New Brunswick.
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Progress on ocean protection hailed in New Brunswick, new challenge issued for 2030
June 3, 2019, Fredericton – A report released today by the Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society (CPAWS) finds that Canada has made more progress in the past three years in protecting its ocean territory than ever before in the country’s history. In New Brunswick, about 2000 km2 of fisheries closures in the Gulf of St. [Learn more]
10 Underrated species of the Bay of Fundy
When I think of the Bay of Fundy, a few things come to mind: a salty breeze, tangled hair, and the blow of a whale. For most of us, when we think of Fundy wildlife, we are quick to list the whales, the seals, the sharks, and maybe a few of the more delicious fish [Learn more]
Sandpipers and The Mudflats of the Bay of Fundy
When the tide goes out in the Bay of Fundy, an array of impressive mud flats are revealed. These mudflats are the basis of an important ecosystem, and are very important for the annual sandpiper migration. We have created a storymap, with photography from Nick Hawkins, exploring this fascinating natural feature. To learn more about [Learn more]
Forests
Almost 82 percent of our province is forested. However, because of human activity, the character of the forest has changed over the years, making conservation a priority.
Largest Protected Areas Increase in NB History is a Gift for Nature
DECEMBER 13, 2022TRADITIONAL TERRITORY OF WABANAKI PEOPLES/FREDERICTON, NB – A coalition of four provincial environmental and conservation organizations — Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society-New Brunswick Chapter, Conservation Council of New Brunswick, Nature NB, and the Nature Trust of New Brunswick — issued the following joint statement in response to the government of New Brunswick’s Nature [Learn more]
La plus grande augmentation des aires protégées de l’histoire du Nouveau-Brunswick est un cadeau pour la nature
13 DÉCEMBRE 2022TERRITOIRE TRADITIONNEL DES PEUPLES WABANAKI/FREDERICTON, NB – Une coalition de quatre organisations provinciales de l’environnement et de la conservation – la Société pour la nature et les parcs du Canada-section Nouveau-Brunswick, le Conseil de conservation du Nouveau-Brunswick, Nature NB et la Fondation pour la protection des sites naturels du Nouveau-Brunswick – a émis [Learn more]
Nature COP in Montreal – What it Means for New Brunswick
By Roberta ClowaterThis December is an exciting time for nature action. All eyes are on Montreal for Nature COP – the 15th Conference of the Parties who have signed the UN Convention on Biological Diversity. Government leaders from around the world are gathering to decide on a new plan to protect nature. At this pivotal [Learn more]
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Nature COP: What Is It and Why Does It Matter?
Climate Change
Climate change is a reality and the world around us is going to change. We have reached the tipping point, and even if we were to make drastic changes worldwide in our daily lives, there will be change.
Parks
Parks and protected areas are key to conserving New Brunswick’s natural legacy. They come in a variety of sizes and offer varying degrees of protection, and each one is as important as the next. At present, 4.5 percent of New Brunswick’s landbase is protected under these designations.
Education and Kids
When we connect with and learn about the nature around us, and discover its many benefits, it’s easy to see why we need to protect it for ourselves and generations to come.