ADAPTING WILDLIFE CONSERVATION AND MANAGEMENT TO CLIMATE CHANGE IN THE NORTHWEST TERRITORIES
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| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Creator | ECC |
| Summary | This discussion paper will help to direct efforts of the GNWT’s Department of Environment and Climate Change Wildlife Management Division to identify a vision, goals, and guiding principles for wildlife conservation and management in a changing climate; Better understand climate change risks and impacts (positive and negative) on wildlife and their habitats; and Identify and prioritize actions for mitigating and adapting to climate change impacts on wildlife, their habitats, and the people and communities that rely on them. |
| Local Relevance | This report is highly relevant to the Northwest Territories (NWT) as it provides guidance on how climate change is affecting northern wildlife and ecosystems and outlines strategies to support sustainable wildlife management. It directly supports territorial planning and decision-making, incorporates Indigenous and local knowledge, and addresses impacts on communities that rely on wildlife for food security, culture, and livelihoods. |
| Notes | |
| Tags | NWT Climate Change,Wildlife,Adaptation,Biodiversity,Indigenous Knowledge |
| Geographic Region | NWT |
| Release Date | 2024-02-01 |
| Last Modified Date | 2024-02-01 |
| Funding Program | GNWT |