May 7, 2025How are Indigenous Protected and Conserved Areas different from Marine Protected Areas? by Youth Advisory Council (2024-2025 Cohort) What makes Indigenous Protected and Conserved Areas (IPCAs) and Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) different?The answer is it’s not that simple!Across the world, the historical use and present ongoing processes of establishing Indigenous IPCAs and MPAs are deeply intertwined.In some cases, IPCAs can be MPAs because they share similar goals like including ocean waters and a focus on preserving biodiversity.Yet MPAs are also unique in falling under Canada’s Oceans Act and the responsibility of Fisheries and Oceans Canada.The bridge that connects the two? Both IPCAs and MPAs have often been spearheaded by Indigenous communities across Canada. They thrive when they are Indigenous-led, community-driven, and rooted in decolonial practices.Both IPCAs and MPAs are also helping Canada achieve its 2030 conservation goals.Articles for additional learning:Frequently Asked Questions about Indigenous Protected and Conserved AreasWhat are MPAs and OECMs? A deep dive into the different forms of marine protectionExplore Related Content From The Field, Good News Stories, Youth Advisory CouncilBuilding roots and growing shoots: A week in Malaysia with global changemakersMay 7, 2025 Read more Youth Advisory CouncilLearn more about the Aullaviat/Anguniarvik Traditional Conservation AreaMay 7, 2025 Read more From The Field, Youth Advisory Council, Youth VoicesFrom listening to leadership: How Canadian youth are shaping the future of Jane Goodall’s Roots & ShootsMay 7, 2025 Read more
