Protecting Our Ecosystems
Protecting Our Ecosystems Protecting the land Identify areas with significant ecological value and work to protect them Protecting species Work to reduce habitat degradation so species populations can thrive Protecting the oceans Restore marine populations by caring for their habitat Fostering a sustainable relationship with nature Protecting our ecosystems is a key strategy for combatting climate change. It involves a multifaceted approach that includes safeguarding endangered species, preserving vital land areas and ensuring the health of our oceans. GIS enables us to map, analyze and monitor ecosystems with unparalleled precision, facilitating targeted conservation efforts. This includes strategic land-use planning, habitat restoration, sustainable resource management and the identification of biodiversity-rich regions. Through this proactive approach, we can mitigate the impacts of climate change. Wildlife Conservation Society of Canada's Conservation Stories WCS Canada works to protect wildlife and habitats in Canada through mapping, storytelling, conservation action and inspiring people to value nature. Learn more about their work by exploring these inspiring success stories. Protecting the land Delve into the innovative applications of GIS, from mapping and monitoring conservation efforts to informing those who are strategically protecting and preserving biodiversity. Discover the critical role that communities play in fostering a sustainable relationship with the natural world. Conservation Assessment The different ecoregions in southern Canada Healthy Rivers and Watersheds How Calgary is protecting their watersheds and riparian areas Ecological Corridors A collective approach to conservation in Québec Land Use Management The many classifications of forest management Explore more land protection apps and data Protecting species Explore how communities are using GIS to create a safer environment for our species, and how they're mapping, designing suitable habitats and monitoring behaviour to improve the health of ecosystems. Bird Collisions Global crowd-sourced data helps to identify high risk areas Species at Risk Small environmental acts to help species at risk in Yukon Species Tracking Follow Wolverines as they trek across northern Ontario Urban Wildlife Sharing our urban ecosystem with wildlife Explore more species protection apps and data Protecting the oceans Explore how GIS plays a crucial role in creating awareness about the current state of our oceans. Find out how it actively contributes to ocean conservation by enabling ocean scientists to map intricate ocean habitats, monitor marine life and minimize our impact on these immense and vital ecosystems. Ocean Cleanup The impact of ghost fishing gear on marine life Ocean Habitat Identifying the ecological features of Howe Sound Whale Research The 30-year journey of orcas in Clayoquot Sound Marine Traffic How marine species navigate vessel traffic Explore more ocean protection apps and data
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| Last Updated | March 24, 2026, 21:08 (UTC) |
| Created | March 24, 2026, 21:08 (UTC) |
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Title
Title for the Dataset.
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Protecting Our Ecosystems |
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Description
A description of the dataset.
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Protecting Our Ecosystems Protecting the land Identify areas with significant ecological value and work to protect them Protecting species Work to reduce habitat degradation so species populations can thrive Protecting the oceans Restore marine populations by caring for their habitat Fostering a sustainable relationship with nature Protecting our ecosystems is a key strategy for combatting climate change. It involves a multifaceted approach that includes safeguarding endangered species, preserving vital land areas and ensuring the health of our oceans. GIS enables us to map, analyze and monitor ecosystems with unparalleled precision, facilitating targeted conservation efforts. This includes strategic land-use planning, habitat restoration, sustainable resource management and the identification of biodiversity-rich regions. Through this proactive approach, we can mitigate the impacts of climate change. Wildlife Conservation Society of Canada's Conservation Stories WCS Canada works to protect wildlife and habitats in Canada through mapping, storytelling, conservation action and inspiring people to value nature. Learn more about their work by exploring these inspiring success stories. Protecting the land Delve into the innovative applications of GIS, from mapping and monitoring conservation efforts to informing those who are strategically protecting and preserving biodiversity. Discover the critical role that communities play in fostering a sustainable relationship with the natural world. Conservation Assessment The different ecoregions in southern Canada Healthy Rivers and Watersheds How Calgary is protecting their watersheds and riparian areas Ecological Corridors A collective approach to conservation in Québec Land Use Management The many classifications of forest management Explore more land protection apps and data Protecting species Explore how communities are using GIS to create a safer environment for our species, and how they're mapping, designing suitable habitats and monitoring behaviour to improve the health of ecosystems. Bird Collisions Global crowd-sourced data helps to identify high risk areas Species at Risk Small environmental acts to help species at risk in Yukon Species Tracking Follow Wolverines as they trek across northern Ontario Urban Wildlife Sharing our urban ecosystem with wildlife Explore more species protection apps and data Protecting the oceans Explore how GIS plays a crucial role in creating awareness about the current state of our oceans. Find out how it actively contributes to ocean conservation by enabling ocean scientists to map intricate ocean habitats, monitor marine life and minimize our impact on these immense and vital ecosystems. Ocean Cleanup The impact of ghost fishing gear on marine life Ocean Habitat Identifying the ecological features of Howe Sound Whale Research The 30-year journey of orcas in Clayoquot Sound Marine Traffic How marine species navigate vessel traffic Explore more ocean protection apps and data |
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8446.8 |
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Metadata Identifier
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Published Date
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2023-07-27 |
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public |
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License
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License not specified |
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Location
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https://climate.esri.ca/datasets/EsriCanada::protecting-our-ecosystems |
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Owner
Owner of the dataset.
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[email protected]_EsriCanada |
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Contact Point
Who to contact regarding access?
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Esri Canada |
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Contact Point Email
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[email protected] |
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Publisher
Publisher of the dataset.
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Esri Canada |
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Author
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[email protected]_EsriCanada |
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Accessed At
Date the data and metadata was accessed.
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2024-03-08 |
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Identifier
Unique identifier for the dataset.
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251cc5e28e5745e58ed75be69f2913a5 |
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Language
Language(s) of the dataset
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English |
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Link to dataset description
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https://climate.esri.ca/datasets/EsriCanada::protecting-our-ecosystems |
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Contains data about individuals
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Contains Indigenous Data
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Source
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None |
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Provenance Text
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Esri Canada |
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Indigenous Community Permission
Who holds the Indigenous Community Permission. Who to contact regarding access to a dataset that has data about Indigenous communities.
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Community Permission
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The Indigenous communities the dataset is about
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