The ACCESS/BoFEP 2022 Conference program is available here
The ACCESS/BoFEP 2022 Conference abstracts are available here
Abstract
Coastal and marine ecosystems are closely linked by socioeconomic, biophysical, and geochemical processes. Therefore, coastal-marine spaces should be managed in an integrated way and recognize land-sea interactions. Today, two approaches dominate coastal-marine management. Integrated coastal zone management (ICZM) has been implemented in coastal planning (although not in Canada), while marine spatial planning (MSP) has been applied in marine systems (Canada has adopted MSP). ICZM is similar to MSP. Understanding the potential for synergies between the two requires a comprehensive analysis of their differences and linkages. Based on a literature review, this poster will outline the differences and similarities. The approaches differ in four aspects: 1. while a sectoral approach characterized the origin of ICZM, MSP roots are found in marine conservation and environmental zoning; 2. ICZM is process-oriented and emphasizes integration across agencies and sectors whereas MSP seeks to allocate human activities in marine spaces effectively; 3. ICZM focuses on the coastal zone (nearshore waters to inland backshore), while MSP covers marine areas (mainly the territorial sea and Exclusive Economic Zone); and 4. ICZM is based on a local context and MSP is area-based. On the other hand, linkages include: 1. a shared area of interest in the territorial sea; 2 provincial jurisdiction applies to both approaches; and 3. ICZM and MSP share principles such as stakeholder inclusion; and adaptive, holistic, ecosystem, and future-oriented approaches. Understanding the linkages and differences can contribute to cohesive coastal-marine policy and planning, benefiting both marine and coastal management, especially in Canada.
Citation
Martinez Calderon, D. (2022). Towards comprehensive coastal-marine policy: Comparison of integrated coastal zone management and marine spatial planning. ACCESS/BoFEP Conference 2022, Truro, Nova Scotia, 17-21 May 2022.
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