We help agricultural producers and rural communities discover the benefits of climate solutions—solutions that go beyond reducing emissions to improving soil health, creating new economic opportunities, protecting biodiversity and strengthening resilience against droughts and floods.
We take a made-in-Alberta, rural-first approach, making climate conversations accessible, practical and relevant.
Through learning resources, social innovation labs, producer-led projects and partnerships, we’re working with Albertans to embrace practices that are good for the farm and the climate.
Since 2017, we have been working alongside farmers, ranchers and rural communities to advance climate solutions in Alberta. Our impact so far:
The Regenerative Agriculture Lab (RAL) brings together farmers, researchers, food retailers, and other agri-food stakeholders to collaborate, test, and develop ideas that accelerate the adoption of regenerative agriculture in Alberta.
Using social innovation methodology, RAL creates a space for exploring initiatives, policies, and programs that support a resilient and sustainable future for agriculture.
The Siksikaitsitapi Agriculture Project (SAP) empowers members of the Blackfoot Confederacy by providing a platform for them to explore and identify which climate solutions that align with Blackfoot ways of knowing.
Using a culture-specific model of engagement, activities within SAP are delivered with the appropriate cultural lens, to further a Nation-to-Nation relationship and to honour the spirit and intent of Truth and Reconciliation.
From their farm near Penhold, the Hamill family is closing the loop from field to pint. At Red Shed Malting, they grow and malt their own barley, and supply craft breweries across the province — keeping the benefits local.
We spoke to Matt Hamill about how they run their operation, the sustainable practices they’ve built into the farm and the malthouse and building community.
Rural Routes to Climate Solutions (RR2CS) is seeking proposals from qualified web developers to build and support their Regenerative Agriculture Resource Hub (Resource Hub) project. The Resource Hub is an online platform focused on connecting Alberta farmers and ranchers with peer-to-peer support, information, advisors, events and stories of inspiration.
Visit the application webpage to find out more and apply by February 6th.
This unique, remote position in Alberta is designed to empower Siksikaitsitapi members with agricultural climate solutions rooted in Blackfoot culture. We are looking for a dedicated individual with Blackfoot Nation membership (Kainai, Piikani or Siksika) and a strong understanding of Blackfoot history and protocols. The role involves organizing community events, facilitating engagement, and supporting the SAP Advisory team, all while upholding Blackfoot cultural traditions. Join us in building a collaborative, community-led platform that addresses social, economic, and environmental issues through traditional Blackfoot knowledge and climate solutions.
