Why incentivizing post-wildfire salvage logging is the wrong path
Historic turning point for Columbia River, but what's next?
A walk through the Seymour River Valley
Defending wildlife, water and wild places in Canada’s Columbia and Rocky Mountain regions.
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Alfred Joseph grew up in the traditional territory of the Ktunaxa, in the area of ?akisq’nuk, the area of the two lakes in what is now known as the…Read more
We’re living in a once-in-a-generation moment here in the Columbia River Basin. After 60 years, Canada and the U.S.Read more
In December 2023, the City of Fernie announced it would begin immediately exploring for a new secondary water supply, with workers operating seven days a week until Christmas Eve.Read more
The international investigation into water pollution from Elk Valley coal mines is about to reach its first big milestone. Here’s what you need to know.Read more
The decision reveals an industry in which timber-centric thinking still prevails — and points to a problematic disconnect between our provincial leaders’ promises, and the day-to-day decisions being made on the ground.Read more
Emma Watson and Oliver Gatzke sit alongside a wooden dock that cordons off the end of a popular recreational lake near Skookumchuk, BC, a softshell black zippered bag opened between…Read more
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E-Transportation Show
Kimberley & Cranbrook, Invermere
All things electric - cars, trucks, bikes, scooters. All emission-free transportation. Join us on September 14 in Invermere and Sept 21 in Cranbrook to have…
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Field to Fork
Kimberley & Cranbrook
Field to Fork is a celebratory event inspired by the 100-mile diet where everything, food, beverages, and music, comes from our community and the surrounding areas.
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Kimberley Farmers' Market 2024
Kimberley & Cranbrook
The Kimberley Farmers' Market will be serving up fresh produce from local farmers, crafts from local artisans, live music, and delicious food for you to enjoy each Thursday throughout the summer!
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Big Trees Talk
Creston Valley
Join us for a talk about 'Big Trees of the Inland Temperate Forests of BC' with Terry Nelson.
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Sept 2024 Turtle Fence Work Bee
Creston Valley
Come join us to take down the turtle fence at the Creston Valley Wildlife Management Area. This fence is installed to keep turtles from getting…
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The Great Nature Quest
Kimberley & Cranbrook
Hop-skip-and-jump around Kimberley in this family-friendly scavenger hunt to test your nature knowledge and get entered into a draw for awesome local prizes!
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