About Us

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What is Kidjīmāninān?

Kidjīmāninān is a Kitigan Zibi Anishinàbeg-led initiative to protect the land and waters in the Outaouais region of our traditional territory.

Rooted in Anishinàbe knowledge, we work with MRCs (regional municipalities), conservation groups, researchers, and members of both Indigenous and non-Indigenous communities, to better understand the land, identify areas of ecological and cultural significance, and support their protection for future generations.

The project is supported by several working groups that bring Indigenous and non-Indigenous knowledge holders together to contribute to data collection, knowledge sharing, and the development of recommendations in four key areas:

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Why Does It Matter?

Conservation is about more than setting aside land or drawing lines on a map. It is about respecting the relationships that have always existed between people, animals, and the Earth.

For generations, the Anishinàbeg have developed a deep understanding of the land through observation, experience, and the sharing of knowledge. Conservation decisions do not always fully include those who have cared for these lands since time immemorial. Kidjīmāninān is helping change that.

By leading the conversation and working collaboratively, we can ensure that the land is protected in a way that honours its spirit, its ecosystems, and our shared future.