We promote biodiversity, conservation and sustainable communities in Norfolk County through community outreach, research, monitoring, partnerships and other projects.
Long Point Biosphere
Working together for the well-being of our ecosystem and community,
and uniting people with nature

Who are we?
We are a non-profit registered Canadian charity promoting biodiversity, conservation and sustainable communities in Norfolk County. Find out more…

What do we do?
We promote stewardship through research, monitoring, community outreach, education, and more!

What is the Long Point Biosphere?
This area features many unique habitats and ecosystems, and has arguably the highest diversity of plants and animals anywhere in our country. Find out more…

Sustainable development meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.
Brundtland Commission, 1989
Our Programs

Biodiversity and Conservation
Since 1995, we have been monitoring biodiversity across the region.

Climate Action
Find out how we're helping communities adapt to our changing world.

Sustainable Communities
Sustainable tourism is for everyone, residents and visitors alike!

Research
We have an extensive research library, and regularly host research conferences.
Recent news

Janet Dassinger Appointed Interim Executive Director
The Board of Directors of the Long Point Biosphere Region (LPBR) is pleased to announce the appointment of Janet Dassinger as Interim Executive Director (E.D.) effective April 9, 2025.

Long Point Walsingham Forest Priority Place
Long Point Walsingham Priority Place The Priority Place project gets local conservation groups working together to boost conservation outcomes in the Long Point Biosphere Region, one of Canada’s high biodiversity ecosystems. There are five working groups that that governmental and

OECM
Other Effective area-based Conservation Measures (OECM for short) Canada has set a goal to protect 30% of its land and waters by 2030. Achieving this goal requires putting all land that is under conservation management, but not operated by the
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29 June, 2020
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5 May, 2020
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