THE High Commission of Canada in Brunei Darussalam yesterday presented a donation of B$1,250 to the Brunei Biodiversity and Natural History Society (BruWILD), demonstrating Canada’s commitment to environmental stewardship and the fight against climate change, a press release stated.
In recognition of BruWILD’s environmental initiatives and partnership with the high commission, High Commissioner of Canada to Brunei Darussalam Marina Laker presented the donation – a gift to her by the diplomatic corps for her farewell – to the President of BruWILD Liaw Lin Ji. The funds will be used to support BruWILD’s biodiversity conservation efforts, wildlife rescue, and sustainable development education.
High Commissioner Laker said, “Brunei has a diverse ecosystem and is blessed with a rich biodiversity. It is home to over a thousand species of plants and animals, many of which are endemic to Borneo. BruWILD is playing an important role promoting the protection of Brunei’s wildlife through its rescue efforts, and by raising awareness through its educational programmes of the importance of environmental sustainability.”
“When a species becomes extinct, the resulting ecological imbalance can create a cascading effect that threatens other species within its ecosystem”, she added.
Canadian High Commissioner Marina Laker (left) presenting the donation to Liaw Lin Ji , the President of BruWILD. – HIGH COMMISSION FOR CANADA
“That is why we must all find ways to contribute to global action to help conserve native species and habitats.”
As Canada celebrates its 150th Anniversary of Confederation throughout 2017, the Government of Canada has committed to engage and inspire broad awareness of the importance of protecting wildlife and natural habitats, while providing leadership in the ongoing stewardship of a clean environment and sustainable economy. Canada is involved with at least seven United Nations environmental groups, and has aligned itself with 152 countries – including Brunei – by ratifying the Paris Agreement on climate change.
Last month, the High Commission of Canada partnered with BruWILD and the collective to mark World Environment Day. The event provided students and environmental enthusiasts a chance to observe and learn about the various ecosystems that exist in Brunei.
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