In its inaugural year, the Waitaha Action to Impact Fund is proud to support 20 community groups across Waitaha to the tune of $215,000. In fact, a total of 46 applications were received for our fund
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/2022/community-groups-get-funding-to-better-our-environmentWe are responsible for providing regional leadership in pest management in the Canterbury region through our biosecurity programme. Our approach to pest management is driven primarily
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/plans-strategies-and-bylaws/canterbury-regional-pest-management-planWater falls on the alpine and hill country as rain and snow. This water then flows down catchments, forming lakes, wetlands and rivers, and percolating into the groundwater system. Rainfall and snow
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/plans-strategies-and-bylaws/what-we-know/water-story/alpine-and-hill-countryOur region fairly transitions to a low-emissions economy. Goal for 2050: Waitaha/Canterbury has successfully and inclusively embraced a low-emissions economy that aligns with New Zealand’s commitment...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/your-environment/climate-change/our-climate-action/transition-to-low-emissionsWe're researching several categories of waste that affect Canterbury and have national relevance, including end-of-life tyres, coal tar, and treated timber.
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/your-environment/waste-and-hazardous-substances/current-waste-issuesWe collaborate with regional councils, government agencies, and other organisations to manage established pests through national programmes. Learn more about these partnerships.
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/your-environment/biodiversity-and-biosecurity/biosecurity/national-programmesThere are established responsibilities and a designated policy approach for managing biodiversity in Waitaha/Canterbury. Roles and responsibilities While the Department of Conservation/Te Papa Atawhai...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/plans-strategies-and-bylaws/what-we-know/biodiversity/regional-roles-and-policies