Who we are

About Our Organisation

The Caribbean Natural Resources Institute (CANARI), is a regional, non-profit technical institute with more than 30 years of dedicated experience across the countries and territories of the Caribbean region.  Our headquarters is in Port of Spain, Trinidad and we currently have staff based in Barbados, Jamaica, and St. Vincent and the Grenadines, in addition to Trinidad and Tobago.

We champion locally led approaches to using and managing natural resources that put the needs of communities first, especially those which are often overlooked. By ensuring their voices are heard and by focusing on the well-being of people and the land, we aim to transform development in the Caribbean for greater equity, resilience and long-term prosperity.

We promote Caribbean solutions for Caribbean challenges, recognising that the region’s unique issues require homegrown responses.

We focus on tackling underlying issues, not just symptoms, to achieve more effective, long-term outcomes. By addressing interconnected challenges such as economic models, social inequality, and environmental degradation, we work towards a more resilient and sustainable future in the Caribbean countries we serve.

We empower communities by addressing root causes, enabling them to take control of their own development. This empowerment is fundamental for building self-sustaining and resilient communities that can adapt effectively to change.

We are a convenor and facilitator, bringing together diverse stakeholders—including governments, civil society, research institutions, and private enterprises – to come up with innovative, inclusive solutions for environmental management and sustainable development.

Explore our ‘CANARI At a Glance’ brief for an overview of our work and impact.