BELÉM, Brazil – The Honourable Julie Dabrusin, Minister of Environment and Climate Change, as Head of Delegation for Canada’s presence at the 30th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP30) in Belém, Brazil, participated in high-level negotiations to advance global efforts to accelerate climate ambition and implementation. This underscores Canada’s commitment to climate action, Indigenous climate leadership, economic growth, and global collaboration toward a low-carbon future. The Canada Pavilion at COP30 hosted Indigenous Climate Leadership Day on November 12, that emphasized the important value of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis participation and inclusion in international climate action. Minister Dabrusin and the Honourable Steven Guilbeault highlighted the vital leadership and contribution of Indigenous peoples in advancing climate action and environmental stewardship. Among other key initiatives, Canada endorsed the Tropical Forest Forever Facility declaration, an initiative led by Brazil that mobilizes public and private investment to conserve rainforests, with 20% of funds reserved for Indigenous peoples.