Empowering Mid Canterbury’s Natural Heritage

Kanuka Trust works with young people and communities in Mid Canterbury to deliver place-based environmental education and community-led restoration projects that protect and regenerate biodiverse ecosystems

Environmental Education
Hands-on programmes that engage young people in local ecosystems and build environmental knowledge and stewardship.
Community Restoration Projects
Native planting and ecosystem restoration initiatives led with local communities and landowners.
Youth Engagement
Opportunities for young people to take part in meaningful environmental action and develop practical skills.
Community Partnerships
Collaboration with schools, landowners, and community groups to deliver locally relevant projects.
Biodiversity Protection
Work focused on improving habitat quality, ecosystem resilience, and long-term environmental outcomes.

Environmental Education

We run place-based education programmes that engage young people with the natural environment. Through hands-on learning, participants develop knowledge, skills, and a strong sense of environmental stewardship.

Youth Engagement

We create opportunities for young people to take part in meaningful environmental action, building confidence, leadership skills, and a lasting connection to their local environment.

Community Partnerships

We collaborate with landowners, schools, community groups, and organisations to deliver projects that are locally relevant and collectively supported.

Community-driven predator control programs
Commitment to a predator-free Mid Canterbury
Safeguarding native wildlife habitats

Community Restoration Projects

We lead and support native planting and ecosystem restoration initiatives, working alongside local communities to regenerate biodiverse landscapes and improve long-term environmental health.

Hands-on planting activities for everyone
Boosting local biodiversity through native plants
Community involvement in ecological restoration
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