From leading research and new projects to case studies and local stories, here’s what’s going on in natural asset management.
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Why natural infrastructure is key to effective water management
Natural infrastructure (NI) is making a splash in Canada’s water sector—and the Canadian Water and Wastewater Association’s (CWWA) position statement to adopt practices shows…
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Pelham Greenbelt Project reveals how nature provides millions in stormwater management
A recent project in the Town of Pelham, Ontario, reveals how much communities in the Greater Golden Horseshoe region rely on natural…
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A tale of two natural asset trajectories
Natural asset management (NAM) is essential for sustaining the resilient and cost-effective services that are provided by healthy, well-stewarded ecosystems across Canada.…
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The evolution of natural asset management monitoring
From Traditional Methods to Semi-Autonomous AI Systems In the world of natural asset management (NAM), the need for effective monitoring has never…
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How planners can build better communities with nature
NAI working with Prairie planners to balance nature and growth We’re back! NAI’s team has returned from two impactful workshops with planners…
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Scaling up investments in watersheds
Taking care of our natural resources—like forests, rivers, and lakes—is more important than ever. All the evidence suggests that this requires investments…
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Embracing natural assets: A pathway to resilient insurance practices?
As climate change accelerates, the Canadian insurance sector finds itself at a critical crossroads. Rising claims due to extreme weather events have…
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Announcing Joanna Eyquem as incoming Board Chair of the Natural Assets Initiative
The Natural Assets Initiative (NAI) is proud to announce Joanna Eyquem as the organization’s new Board Chair! An expert in advancing nature-based…
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Case Example
From Disaster to Resilience: Grand Forks’ transformation through floodplain naturalization
Last year, a large flood was forecasted for Grand Forks, BC, one that would rival the record-breaking disaster that devastated the community…
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Saanich Inventory Project Part of NAM Surge on Southern Vancouver Island
The District of Saanich (Saanich) is leveling-up in natural asset management (NAM) with the completion of their first natural asset inventory! The…
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Town of Gibsons Completes Milestone Project in Aquifer 560 Watershed
Navigating Climate Change Through Collaborative Natural Asset Management Drought, floods, sea level rise — all these events occur more often and more…
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Job Opportunity
Job Opportunity: Indigenous Relationships Advisor
As communities from coast-to-coast-to-coast experience the impacts of climate related weather events, natural asset management is an increasingly important way to help…
