Our plans, strategies and bylaws provide a framework of work programmes and regulations to help us manage Canterbury's natural and physical resources, setting out what we need to do and how to ensure
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/plans-strategies-and-bylawsArt conservation is not a role you would usually associate with environmental planning but in South Canterbury this has become an important focus of the local water zone committee. The protection...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/zone-news/orari-temuka-opihi-pareroa/tuhituhi-o-nehera-protecting-maori-rock-artCanterbury’s regional parks are home to unique vegetation, wildlife, and spaces for everyone to enjoy.Keeping them clean protects these environments and ensures they remain safe and enjoyable for all...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/living-here/regional-parks/lets-keep-it-tidyWaitaha Canterbury comprises the largest land area by region in Aotearoa New Zealand. It spans 44,508 km² from Kēkerengū in the north to the Waitaki River Catchment in the south. West to east...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/plans-strategies-and-bylaws/what-we-know/regional-overview... Committee. Environment Canterbury Chair Jenny Hughey has welcomed progress on the Canterbury Regional Council (Ngāi Tahu Representation) Bill that would enable the appointment of two mana whenua...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/2022/ngai-tahu-bill-passes-second-reading-in-parliamentNine innovative environmental initiatives, including four wetlands, will be supported at the recommendation of the Waimakariri Water Zone Committee for the 2023/2024 financial year. ...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/2024/wetlands-the-focus-for-new-waimakariri-fundingCanterbury’s braided rivers are vital ecological corridors that connect the mountains to the sea, providing essential habitats for native biodiversity. They have significant cultural importance
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/your-environment/biodiversity-and-biosecurity/biodiversity/braided-rivers/importance-of-braided-riversFarmers across Canterbury are being asked to do more to reduce nitrogen leaching. There are several impactful and cost-effective actions you can take to achieve lower nitrogen loss and improve farming efficiency. ...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/farmers-hub/farming-practices/reducing-nitrogen-loss... with local communities and practical consultation that gets people involved in water management at a grassroots level. http://youtu.be/_EQxKkwz7bo Give locals real power The zone committees are made up...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/your-environment/water/canterburys-approach-to-water-management/empowering-communities