The Canadian Mountain Network: Advancing Innovative, Solutions-Based Research to Inform Decision-Making

The Canadian Mountain Network (CMN) launched in 2019 as a new national research network dedicated to the resilience and health of mountain peoples and places. Supported by complementary training, knowledge mobilization, and networking programs, CMN's research program represents a once-in-a-generation opportunity to identify and address mountain knowledge gaps in Canada. Working with Indigenous and Western ways of knowing, the Network will support decision-making and action in Canada and globally to advance sustainable mountain development. A key element of our strategy is the launch of the landmark Canadian Mountain Assessment, which will address 3 fundamental questions: what do we know, not know, and need to know about Canada's diverse and rapidly changing mountain systems? CMN is honored by the opportunity to join the International Mountain Society and looks forward to building new linkages between Canadian and international mountain research communities.