The NKELPA CoP seeks to grow the understanding and care of kelp ecosystems across Canada’s Pacific, Atlantic, and Arctic coasts by co-developing regional kelp action plans, grounded in science, Indigenous knowledge, and local priorities.
National Kelp Ecosystem Alliance (NKELPA) CoP
Institution: Hakai Institute (UBC Adjunct), University of British Columbia
Lead
- Margot Hessing-LewisHakai Institute, University of British Columbia
Co-Lead
- Aaron EgerKelp Forest Alliance
Coordinator
- Hannah SolwayHakai Institute
Funding Call
Community of Practice Fund
Community of Practice Fund
Region
Pacific
Pacific
Years
2025, 2026, 2027, 2028
2025, 2026, 2027, 2028
Funded By
Strategic Science Fund (SSF)
Strategic Science Fund (SSF)
MEOPAR Projects
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