Ecosystem Health

As the region’s population grows and development pressures increase, balancing the impacts of growth with the cultural and ecological sensitivity of the environment is essential to maintaining a healthy natural environment on which we all depend on. The connection to the natural environment has significant cultural values and plays an important role in spiritual and physical well-being.   

Goal

To protect the air, water and biodiversity on which we depend.

Key Policy Directions:

1. Monitor, study, protect and improve air quality
2. Protect watershed health
3. Protect biodiversity

Before joining this discussion, check out the following information:

• Ecosystem Health Fact Sheet
• Draft RGS – Ecosystem health section (p. 40)
• Optional - Draft Air Quality Management Plan

Questions for Discussion?

1. Considering the policy directions for protecting ecosystem health, are we on the right track? Is there anything missing?
2. How can we better support and protect the environment?
3. How can we improve public education on the importance of the region's ecological health?