We cannot survive without the ocean. It produces 50 percent of the planet’s oxygen, puts food on our plates, helps us fight climate change, and supports vibrant coastal communities.
Scientists agree that protecting 30% of our natural areas is necessary to maintain life on our planet, including the lives of humans! Canada has set a goal to protect 30 percent of our oceans by 2030—that involves creating protected areas for marine wildlife where nature can thrive.
Today, we are driving alarming species decline, destroying diverse ecosystems, and damaging our long-term future. Amazing marine animals, like the North Atlantic right whale and Southern Resident Orca, are at risk of extinction. We can choose a better future for ourselves and for the ocean.
Restoring and protecting the ocean is crucial to tackling climate disruption, reversing biodiversity loss, and supporting human wellbeing, including by supporting sustainable fisheries To achieve it all, the creation of Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) with high-ecological standards is our best bet.
Send the letter now to advocate for the creation of marine protected areas that not only put nature and coastal communities first but also respect Indigenous rights and support Indigenous-led conservation.
A strong network of Marine Protected Areas will work to reduce habitat degradation, slow the loss of endangered species, and restore depleted fish stocks. It’s clear that protecting 30 percent of our ocean by 2030 will go a long way to ensure Canada preserves the nature and way of life we know and love.
Your voice for nature has never been more imperative.
Let the Minister of Fisheries know that protecting our oceans is important to you.
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