Community-Rooted Climate Leadership in Action

As part of a project to develop a climate equity strategy for a leading funder, we had the honour of speaking with  14 leaders from across Canada who are redefining what climate action looks like in their own contexts. 

Their work spans Indigenous energy sovereignty, Black environmental justice, faith-based and newcomer sustainability, local economic resilience, and systems-change organizing. Together, their stories offer powerful insight into how philanthropy can better partner with communities to advance truly equitable climate solutions. 

Please note: These profiles are intended to exemplify community-rooted climate action. Catalyst Philanthropy does not endorse or represent any specific organizations or leaders.

(Interviews conducted in Spring 2025.)