Community Development

Assistance in the development of existing and emerging community organizations through strategic training, financial support, facilities development, and equipment selection.

Indigenous Knowledge

Assistance in the preservation and promotion of traditional Indigenous knowledge systems to protect the bio-diversity of Mother Earth, promote inclusive contemporary management and development of forestry, aquatic, agricultural, social and cultural resources for the good of all future generations.

Potable Water Systems

Providing support in establishing potable, gravity-fed water systems and the training of local village committees to sustain their operation and maintenance.

Ecology
Forestry​

Promoting traditional forestry and ecological practices that protect bio-diversity, ethno-cultural values, water sources, and support community vitality while conserving the productive capacity of the land and forests.

​Appropriate Technology

Demonstrating and assisting communities with the development of technologies that minimize impacts on the earth's capacity to support life while advancing a healthy lifestyle. Solar hot water, photovoltaics, wind charging systems, gravity fed water systems, and buildings that conserve energy are examples of Plenty Canada's appropriate technology projects.

Agriculture and Food Production

Promoting self-reliance and food sovereignty in food production, particularly from traditional and local sources, utilizing traditional knowledge integrated into contemporary methods in agriculture, fishing, and agro-forestry including hunting and gathering.

Income Generation

Providing support through skill training in business management, seed capital, and revolving credit to establish small and medium scale enterprises.

Nutrition and Health

Increasing public awareness of local food sources and production methods. Supporting nutritional education, promoting the installation of improved sanitation facilities, and encouraging improved personal and community health practices supporting the protection and use of traditional medicinal plants.

Education

Promoting Canadian awareness of rural environmental and community development programs in Africa, Asia, and the Americas, including Canada.

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