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Partners in the Staying Connected Initiative are pleased to announce the publication of a guide for anyone with an interest and role in connectivity conservation in the northeastern region of North America/Turtle Island!
https://t.co/69eJEPnRNa

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QLF is excited to share our Summer 2025 Field Internship Opportunities in the Maritimes region of Canada (New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, and Prince Edward Island)!

Applications are open until March 10, 2025. For more details and to apply, visit our website: https://t.co/lzPtDI8QKN

[Center for Large Landscape Conservation @Largelandscapes]

We're excited about this renewed attention to connectivity, the goal of the NE North America/Turtle Island Landscape Connectivity Summit hosted in Montréal last June by @Largelandscapes & @QLFNews on behalf of the Staying Connected Initiative.
@nature_org
https://t.co/PWxH3bk7p3

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“Healthy ecosystems are an extremely important solution for building resilience to climate change. These ecosystems often already exist, so maintaining their health is one of the easiest solutions to prioritize.”

Photo Credit: Appalachian Corridor

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As we share more insights from the Northeastern North America / Turtle Island Landscape Connectivity Summit, here are some impactful remarks made by Jacob Martin-Malus, Sous-ministre adjoint à la Biodiversité, à la Faune et aux Parcs du Québec.

Photo Credit: Audrey Huffman

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« Les écosystèmes en santé sont une solution extrêmement structurante pour pouvoir bâtir la r��silience aux changements climatiques. Ces écosystèmes sont souvent déjà existants, donc les maintenir en santé est une des solutions les plus faciles à prioriser. »

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"We are committed to working with all our partners throughout the Northeast region because we recognize that a healthy ecosystem as well as safe, reliable infrastructure transcend our collective boundaries."

Photo Credit: Vermont Fish & Wildlife Department

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Here are some powerful perspectives on cross-border connectivity efforts from the Hon. Julie Moore, Secretary of the Vermont Agency of Natural Resources, shared at the Northeastern North America / Turtle Island Landscape Connectivity Summit.

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“We know no single entity can solve this challenge alone. It's going to take collaboration between government agencies, conservation organizations, indigenous communities, academic institutions, and private landowners, among others.”

Photo Credit: Audrey Huffman

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These insights from top US and Canadian government officials highlight their shared commitment to cross-boundary collaboration for a well-connected, climate-resilient landscape across this globally significant region.

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Reflecting on the groundbreaking Northeastern North America / Turtle Island Landscape Connectivity Summit, we wanted to share @Largelandscapes' post featuring quotes from key leaders at the event.

[Center for Large Landscape Conservation @Largelandscapes]

Several government officials from the US & Canada joined us via recorded remarks at the 1st-ever Northeastern North America Connectivity Summit this week in Montréal to encourage cross-border efforts to conserve & connect landscapes.
#NEconnectivitysummit https://t.co/xXYSRxTy81

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To learn more about the Northeastern North America / Turtle Island Landscape Connectivity Summit, make sure you check out @Largelandscapes' new blog post.
#NEconnectivitysummit

https://t.co/mqQT81FFDk

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This impactful gathering was focused on enhancing regional collaboration and charting a path forward for an ecologically and culturally well-connected landscape for all inhabitants of this important region.
Photo credit: Audrey Huffman

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Over 170 conservation leaders and practitioners gathered in Montréal/Tiohtià:ke for the first-ever Northeastern North America/Turtle Island Landscape Connectivity Summit, co-hosted by QLF and Center for Large Landscape Conservation, on behalf of the Staying Connected Initiative.

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This first-of-its-kind Summit hosted representatives from five eastern-most Canadian provinces, seven northeastern-most U.S. states, and Indigenous territories of the region. #NEconnectivitysummit

https://t.co/LcjSefsuT8

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We are excited to have co-hosted the Northeastern North America / Turtle Island Connectivity Summit last week in Montréal / Tiohtià:ke, Québec, Canada!

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Experts gathered to discuss a roadmap for guiding collaborative efforts to conserve and connect ecosystems across the US-Canada Border.

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Past episodes of Voices of QLF are also available to view on our website: https://t.co/5T9gTRSsf9

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A recording of season 4 episode 1 of Voices of QLF is now available! You can view the latest episode in our webinar series focusing on Climate Crisis Education here: https://t.co/K0UeCaUKP7

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The episode features student leaders from the Bassaleg School in Wales (Ollie, Caleb, Asher, Rowan and Aliya), Lucy Bonner-Kirkham, Victoria Lambe, Lloyd Hopkin, and Phil Huffman.

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Register today for QLF’s Webinar on Climate Change Education!
https://t.co/wUJFmWX8cU

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Student organizers, educators, and a Welsh government offical will discuss conference outcomes – a deeper understanding of the climate crisis and the empowerment of teens to act – and opportunities to facilitate policy change in Welsh climate and sustainability curriculums.