Is a biosphere reserve just another kind of park or protected area?
A biosphere reserve must include some protected area(s) for the conservation of ecosystems and native biodiversity; therefore, it shares some of the conservation goals of a park or protected area. In addition, however, it also emphasizes the importance of community-based efforts to manage, and where necessary, restore land and other resources through adoption of best practices that contribute to stable and sustainable economic activities. It recognizes that quality economies require quality environments, and that conservation is important for both.For more information please see http://www.biosphere-canada.ca/faq.
