Long-term watershed security is critical for the future of British Columbia. First Nations and the Province have worked together to co-develop a Watershed Security Strategy. Join this session to learn about how the diversity of perspectives and approaches of First Nations and the Province came together to develop a Strategy that will realize better watershed outcomes for British Columbia.
The Indigenous Youth delegation from SevenGen at GLOBE Forum is interested in building good relations with leaders and changemakers. Please join us for an informal gathering with the delegation to discuss project collaboration and career opportunities.
This interactive panel session will examine how Indigenous stewardship of waters has evolved over time, through the strategic weaving of traditional guardianship responsibility with modern methods and technology. Speakers will discuss how building partnerships across First Nations, governments, and philanthropy has been key to making impactful changes to conservation efforts of the Great Bear Sea and beyond. The session hopes to invoke thoughtful reflection and conversation on how to reimagine roles of marine conservation today, as we collaboratively build a shared legacy for tomorrow.
At the GLOBE Forum 2024 Closing Plenary, we’ll look ahead to the next steps needed to create a regenerative future, from key outcomes and insights, to how we’ll show up ready for action at GLOBExCHANGE in 2025 (Feb. 11-13 at the Sheraton Centre Toronto Hotel). Join us as participants come together one last time to celebrate our community’s commitment to reaching beyond sustainability to regeneration. Delegates will also be treated to a free-style performance from Baba Brinkman, who will wrap up GLOBE Forum 2024 on a high note!
It is becoming increasingly challenging to deny that the world is experiencing the rapidly increasing impacts of a changing climate. However, the debate around how we take action to curb global warming continues to be a highly politicized issue. In most jurisdictions, we face a stark reality that bipartisanship is the only assured path to decarbonizing at scale and speed. Join this timely session to discuss how we can foster support for climate action across the political spectrum.
In BC, Canada, and around the world we need to protect and restore our planet, while enabling families and businesses to thrive in the clean economy of the future. Join this plenary armchair dialogue with the Hon. David Eby to hear how BC is taking action for a more regenerative, resilient, and net-zero economy.
Join us for a workshop on sustainable finance for water and nature. We will explore cross-sector perspectives on how finance mechanisms and partnerships can enable the role of water and nature as an economic and workforce engine. The workshop will also cover the challenges and opportunities of existing and emerging funding models that can bring together public, private and philanthropic sources. We will learn from best practices and case studies from BC and across Canada. This workshop is for anyone who is interested in or working on watershed stewardship, conservation, nature strategy and sustainable finance.
This facilitated dialogue opportunity will allow you to explore the big topics of Nature, Resilience, Net-Zero and Water, while connecting with others who share your passion. Join us in the HUB, grab your lunch and take part in one of the focused discussions hosted in each key area. Bring your perspectives and questions and leave with new contacts and ideas.
This facilitated dialogue opportunity will allow you to explore the big topics of Nature, Resilience, Net-Zero and Water, while connecting with others who share your passion. Join us in the HUB, grab your lunch and take part in one of the focused discussions hosted in each key area. Bring your perspectives and questions and leave with new contacts and ideas.
For millennia, Indigenous Peoples have held a deeply intimate relationship with the natural world. Through this longstanding bond, they have amassed a wealth of knowledge, wisdom, and experience that are invaluable to creating a cooperative coexistence. Partnering with, and affirming the rights of, Indigenous Peoples are critical as we work to restore and protect the world around us. Join us for a thought-provoking conversation with Indigenous leaders as they explore the crucial role of Indigenous Rights, Equity Partnerships, and Indigenous Ways of Knowing in driving understanding and action for a more regenerative future.
