In this video series, the Manitoba Wildlife Federation explores the growing challenges to public access to Manitoba’s public lands — and what we’re doing to protect your family’s ability to access and enjoy these outdoor spaces for generations to come. Through this series, we’ll unpack the complexities surrounding conservation targets, land designations, and how these decisions impact hunters, anglers, and outdoor enthusiasts across our province.
In 2022, Canada committed to the United Nations’ “30×30” biodiversity goal — to protect or conserve 30% of the world’s land and oceans by 2030. While conservation is at the heart of the Manitoba Wildlife Federation’s mission, the implementation of this policy raises critical questions about access, transparency, and inclusivity.
In this episode, we explore how the federal government’s delivery of 30×30 is centered on the creation of Indigenous Protected Areas (IPAs) — lands where Indigenous governments are delegated management and control. Since many IPAs are proposed on Crown lands already protected and enjoyed by the public for hunting, angling, and recreation, they raise questions about what effect an IPA designation will have on public access.
We highlight Canada’s current progress toward the 30×30 goal, explain how IPAs fit into that framework, and examine the potential implications for public land access in Manitoba. The Manitoba Wildlife Federation believes in conservation that’s science-based, inclusive, and keeps public lands open for everyone to enjoy.
