By 2020, at least 17 percent of terrestrial areas and inland water, and 10 percent of coastal and marine areas, are conserved through networks of protected areas and other effective area-based conservation measures.

By 2020, species that are secure remain secure, and populations of species at risk listed under federal law exhibit trends that are consistent with recovery strategies and management plans.

By 2020, Canada's wetlands are conserved or enhanced to sustain their ecosystem services through retention, restoration and management activities.

By 2020, biodiversity considerations are integrated into municipal planning and activities of major municipalities across Canada.

By 2020, the ability of Canadian ecological systems to adapt to climate change is better understood, and priority adaptation measures are underway.

By 2020, continued progress is made on the sustainable management of Canada's forests.

By 2020, agricultural working landscapes provide a stable or improved level of biodiversity and habitat capacity.

By 2020, all aquaculture in Canada is managed under a science-based regime that promotes the sustainable use of aquatic resources (including marine, freshwater and land based) in ways that conserve biodiversity.

By 2020, all fish and invertebrate stocks and aquatic plants are managed and harvested sustainably, legally and applying ecosystem-based approaches.

By 2020, pollution levels in Canadian waters, including pollution from excess nutrients, are reduced or maintained at levels that support healthy aquatic ecosystems.

By 2020, pathways of invasive alien species introductions are identified, and risk-based intervention or management plans are in place for priority pathways and species.

By 2020, customary use by Aboriginal peoples of biological resources is maintained, compatible with their conservation and sustainable use.

By 2020, innovative mechanisms for fostering the conservation and sustainable use of biodiversity are developed and applied.

By 2020, the science base for biodiversity is enhanced and knowledge of biodiversity is better integrated and more accessible.

By 2020, Aboriginal traditional knowledge is respected, promoted and, where made available by Aboriginal peoples, regularly, meaningfully and effectively informing biodiversity conservation and management decision-making.

By 2020, Canada has a comprehensive inventory of protected spaces that includes private conservation areas.

By 2020, measures of natural capital related to biodiversity and ecosystem services are developed on a national scale, and progress is made in integrating them into Canada's national statistical system.

By 2020, biodiversity is integrated into the elementary and secondary school curricula.

By 2020, more Canadians get out into nature and participate in biodiversity conservation activities.