Advancing Nature-Based Solutions for a Resilient Future
We bring together science, communities, and innovation to design and scale nature-based solutions that protect ecosystems, strengthen climate resilience, and support sustainable livelihoods.
About the Allen Centre for Nature-based Solution
The Allen Centre for Nature-based Solutions is a research and innovation hub dedicated to advancing solutions rooted in natural systems. We work across disciplines to understand how forests, wetlands, soils, and landscapes can help address climate change, biodiversity loss, and community resilience.
Our work bridges ecological science, Indigenous knowledge, policy design, and on-the-ground implementation, building pathways for nature to thrive while supporting the well-being of people and the planet.
Key Pillars
Pillar 1: Ecosystem Science & Restoration
Understanding ecosystem processes and accelerating the restoration of forests, wetlands, and landscapes to enhance ecological resilience.
Pillar 2: Natural Climate Solutions
Advancing scientifically grounded approaches that use nature to mitigate climate change through forest carbon, soil health, blue carbon, and land stewardship.
Pillar 3: Ecosystem-based Adaptation & Resilience
Developing strategies that protect communities from climate impacts, including wildfire resilience, flood prevention, and urban nature solutions.
Pillar 4: Nature Finance & Implementation
Designing innovative financing models and tools to scale nature-based solutions, from restoration investment to nature-positive economic development.
Featured Initiatives
Canada Nature Economy Outlook 2030
This flagship report offers a comprehensive assessment of how Canada’s natural assets can drive climate resilience, economic growth, and sustainable innovation. The Outlook analyzes national trends, identifies priority opportunities, and presents an evidence-based roadmap for governments, industry leaders, Indigenous communities, and investors working at the intersection of nature and the economy. As we prepare this landmark publication, we are inviting collaborators, contributors, and expert authors from academia, government, industry, and civil society to join us in shaping Canada’s nature-based economy.
Cross-Industry Workshops
We bring together leaders from forestry, conservation, government, finance, agriculture, and sustainable materials to explore how nature-based solutions can be scaled across sectors. The workshops connect scientific insights with real-world implementation, helping stakeholders design nature-positive strategies, strengthen climate resilience, and develop innovative pathways for sustainable land use.
Canada’s Natural Assets
Million Hectares of Forest
%
of the World’s Wetlands
Million Hectares of Peatlands
Special Events
Feb 4, 2026
Forest Carbon & IFM Innovation
Explores how improved forest management (IFM) can increase carbon storage while supporting ecological health and sustainable economic outcomes.
Sep 22, 2026
2nd Annual Expert Roundtable: The Alliance of Generations and Sectors for Climate Action
This high-level dialogue brings together leaders from across disciplines, industries, and age groups to explore collaborative pathways. Partners include the United Nations Association in Canada, the World Federation of United Nations Associations, L’Oréal Canada, One Degree Cooler, the Dartmouth Climate Alliance, and Yale Blue Green.