The Amazon rainforest is one of the planet’s most important ecosystems: home to 10% of all known species, and a vital carbon sink that helps stabilize our global climate. But it’s under threat. Each year, millions of hectares are lost to deforestation, illegal mining, and industrial expansion - endangering Indigenous communities and accelerating the climate crisis.
Canada has long been a champion for international climate action and sustainable development. Through its $5.3 billion climate finance commitment, Canada has supported projects that protect biodiversity, empower Indigenous leadership, and reduce emissions worldwide. Now, with new global partnerships emerging to defend tropical forests, Canada has an opportunity to go further by prioritizing protection of the Amazon and the people who safeguard it.
By joining this call, you’re urging Prime Minister Mark Carney and Minister Randeep Sarai to increase Canada’s support to Amazon protection and Indigenous-led conservation, support global efforts to end deforestation and transition to clean energy, and champion policies that protect nature and strengthen climate resilience for all.
Every voice matters. Every post helps show Canada that people everywhere care about the future of our planet. Together, we can help ensure the Amazon continues to thrive for generations to come.