First Nations National Guardians Network Takes Legal Action to Recover Funds
April 2, 2026: The First Nations National Guardians Network (NGN) Council has uncovered evidence of a sustained pattern of unauthorized financial transactions that appear to have been made by a member of staff. A forensic investigation has identified over $6M in suspicious transactions over a period of several months. Upon discovery, NGN promptly reported the…
Canada invests $19.6M to advance Indigenous-led climate action and nature protection
The Government of Canada has announced a major investment of $19.6 million to support 82 Indigenous-led initiatives that advance climate action, protect species at risk, and strengthen stewardship across the country. This funding includes: $4.5 million for First Nations Guardians programs, empowering communities to monitor and protect lands and waters while revitalizing language and culture….
Celebrating Three Years of The First Nations National Guardians Network
Three years after its launch at COP15, the First Nations National Guardians Network (NGN) stands as a global model for Indigenous-led stewardship. Built on decades of advocacy and collaboration, NGN has transformed a vision into reality—directly funding more than 120 Guardians initiatives across the country, creating hundreds of jobs, and advancing conservation and cultural revitalization on…
Guardians of the Land: Restoring Balance for Endangered Species
A recent study reveals a concerning truth: of the 422 species at risk of extinction in Canada, only eight are showing signs of recovery. This is not just an environmental crisis; it’s a call to action that Indigenous Guardians are uniquely prepared to answer. For generations, Indigenous communities have lived in balance with the land, guided by traditions that teach us that nature thrives when we respect it. Through the National Guardians Network this wisdom is now being supported, amplified, and brought to the forefront of conservation efforts across the country.
First-of-Its-Kind Network Led by First Nations Launches to Support Stewardship in Canada
Today the First Nations National Guardians Network launched at the COP15 Biodiversity Summit in Montréal. Minister of Environment and Climate Change Canada Steven Guilbeault announced federal funding for the Network.
The Network will support First Nations Guardians who are helping sustain biodiversity across the country. It will also create a new way for First Nations and Canada to work together.
Inaugural Council Named to Lead the First Nations National Guardians Network
Five prominent leaders in Indigenous-led conservation and stewardship have been named to the inaugural council of the First Nations National Guardians Network. The council will guide the launch of the Network in late 2022 and set it on a path to supporting Guardians for years to come.