TABLE OF CONTENTS THE IMPORTANCE OF BIODIVERSITY TO CANADA A CONSTANTLY CHANGING ENVIRONMENT HUMAN IMPACTS ON BIODIVERSITY STRATEGIES FOR BIODIVERSITY CONSERVATION BUILDING ON SUCCESS WHAT DO WE MEAN BY BIODIVERSITY? POTENTIAL IMPACT OF BIODIVERSITY LOSS POSITIVE RESPONSES MORE INFORMATION

POTENTIAL IMPACT OF BIODIVERSITY LOSS Reductions in economic opportunities, particularly for resource dependent communities in remote areas. Increased susceptibility of forests to fire, insects and disease. Inability of aboriginal peoples to maintain traditional lifestyles. Increased use of pesticides and fertilizers. Loss of tourism opportunities.