Together, we can meet the global challenge to protect 30% of lands and waters, and cut climate damaging emissions by 50% by 2030.
Legal Advocates for Nature’s Defence (LAND)
Legal Advocates for Nature’s Defence (LAND) is an environmental law non-profit dedicated to advancing access to justice in Northern Ontario, to protect nature and Indigenous rights. We are the only civil society organization based in Northern Ontario to provide pro bono legal representation to individuals and communities most impacted by climate and environmental injustices.
Our Work
Advancing Indigenous-led conservation efforts, protecting endangered ecosystems.
About Us
Advocating for nature’s protection and the honouring of Indigenous sovereignty in law.
Events
Actively providing public legal education throughout Northern Ontario’s rural and remote communities.
Take Action
Take action to uphold Treaty rights and ensure endangered ecosystems get protection.
Access to Justice
LAND advocates for making justice accessible to all. We are recognized as a Civil Society Organization (CSO) by the Law Society of Ontario, meaning we provide pro bono legal services. We represent those most impacted by climate and environmental injustices.
Environmental Rights & Indigenous Sovereignty
LAND recognizes the vital role of the grassroots and Indigenous communities in protecting nature and standing up against environmental injustices. Through advocacy, law reform, and pro bono legal services, LAND is committed to advancing the protection of nature and honouring Indigenous sovereignty in law and policy. We work to reform laws so they better recognize Indigenous sovereignty and uphold environmental rights.
Our Mandate
LAND is committed to advancing Indigenous-led conservation efforts, protecting endangered ecosystems, and ensuring Canada meets its international commitments to combat climate change and preserve biodiversity. Through advocacy, law reform, and public outreach, LAND is pushing for ambitious climate action that reduces greenhouse gas emissions, transitions communities to renewable energy sources, and promotes climate resiliency across Northern Ontario.
Recent News
Upholding Indigenous rights and environmental justice demands our response: A Call to Action to Repeal Bill 5
Send a Message! Tell Ontario to Repeal Bill 5
Bill 5’s implications for legal profession: Upholding justice system integrity demands our response
Make a Difference
Help us protect nature and ensure legal assistance is available to individuals and communities most at-risk from environmental and climate injustices.