Centre for Land Conservation and Ivey Accelerates Land Conservation with National Leadership Program

In response to the growing urgency of Canada’s environmental challenges, Ivey Business School Executive Education and the Centre for Land Conservation (CLC) have launched the Ivey Conservation Leadership Program -- Canada’s first executive program designed specifically for conservation leaders.

July 16, 2025

In response to the growing urgency of Canada’s environmental challenges, Ivey Business School Executive Education and the Centre for Land Conservation (CLC) have launched the Ivey Conservation Leadership Program -- Canada’s first executive program designed specifically for conservation leaders.

“At Centre for Land Conservation, we see this as a critical investment in the future of land conservation in Canada. By working with Ivey, we’re bringing proven leadership development into a sector where it’s urgently needed. These leaders already have the passion and knowledge. Now this program helps them amplify their impact. The future of Canada’s lands depends on the people leading their protection.”

– Lara Ellis, Executive Director at Centre for Land Conservation

Supported by Founding Partners, the Metcalf Foundation and the Chisholm Thomson Family Foundation, the program blends Ivey’s top-ranked executive training with sector expertise to equip leaders with the skills and confidence to lead boldly and drive greater impact across Canada. It equips experienced professionals with the tools, perspective, and peer support needed to lead boldly and drive real results in a time of escalating environmental risk.

To learn more, read the full release here.

Bliss Island Nature Preserve shoreline cleanup by J. Edward Hurley, Nature Trust of New Brunswick
Bliss Island Nature Preserve shoreline cleanup by J. Edward Hurley, Nature Trust of New Brunswick
Bliss Island Nature Preserve shoreline cleanup by J. Edward Hurley, Nature Trust of New Brunswick