Using science, technology and innovation in support of conserving Canada's ecosystems and habitats

Visions are strong drivers for developing science, technology and innovation. At a time when several signs are indicating a deteriorating global environment, developing a vision for conserving Canada's ecosystem services is timely. Instead of forecasting, backcasting is the approach recommended to facilitate the implementation of the conservation vision. It would include as one of its main components habitat conservation. Recommendations to achieve habitat conservation are provided. With a supporting policy framework, a conservation vision would be a strong incentive for developing science, technology and innovation. Key words: vision, conservation, backcasting, habitat, science, technology, innovation