* Does not threaten biological diversity
* Utilizes renewable resources at sustainable rates of harvest
* Produces materials that can be assimilated, recycled or reused by either natural or industrial systems
* Contributes to ecosystem restoration or protection, improves status quo environmental practices

* Provides long-term economic self-sufficiency/viability
* Maximizes local job creation and economic benefits
* Requires realistic levels of investment
* Has neutral or positive impact on the informal economy
* Maximizes efficiency of resource use

* Maximizes local benefits, participation and control
* Maximizes opportunities for women, youth, First Nations, rural areas - people typically marginalized from mainstream economies
* Fosters cooperation vs. conflict
* Involves fair working conditions
* Enhances community capacity

* Culturally appropriate (as determined by participating First Nations)
* Contributes to cultural sustainability
* Recognizes First Nations rights and title