Author: Wildsight

Columbia River Treaty Agreement-In-Principle opens possibilities for restoring river ecosystems

July 12, 2024 by Wildsight

We congratulate negotiators from Canada, British Columbia, and the Ktunaxa, Secwépemc, and Syilx Okanagan Nations, as well as the United States, on reaching an agreement-in-principle for a modernized Columbia River Treaty.

Beloved local ski hill gains wildfire protection thanks to Youth Climate Corps

June 20, 2024 by Wildsight

It's little more than a ski lift and a couple of runs, but the Salmo Ski Hill is a treasured local gem. Run by a small and dedicated volunteer board, the ski hill has operated for decades on a…

We’re hiring: Finance and Administration Coordinator

June 10, 2024 by Wildsight

The Finance and Administration Coordinator is a part time position that plays a key role in ensuring the smooth functioning of the organization, working in bookkeeping, payroll, grant management and more.

Teach the Columbia: A teacher’s perspective

May 21, 2024 by Wildsight

As a teacher, I can sometimes be weary of using premade resources in the classrooms of our Middle Years Program (MYP). Mt. Sentinel Secondary School’s MYP is an integrated grade 7/8 program that works to provide students with…

Go Wild! open for applications

April 4, 2024 by Wildsight

Go Wild! challenges youth 14-18 on a six-day wilderness backpacking trip into the spectacular Kootenay backcountry. Go Wild! isn’t just a backpacking trip: it’s an education in backcountry camping and hiking that teaches students the wilderness skills needed to safely plan and undertake mountain exp

Wildsight welcomes Elk Valley water pollution inquiry

March 11, 2024 by Wildsight

Qukin ʔamakʔis/Fernie - Wildsight celebrates the announcement of an International Joint Commission (IJC) investigation into water pollution from British Columbia’s Elk Valley coal mines as the first step towards addressing a complex problem with transparency, trust and respect…

Nominations open for 2024 conservation award

February 14, 2024 by Wildsight

April 1: Nominations are now closed for this award. Thank you for your interest. Do you know a conservation champion who deserves recognition for their hard work? Nominations are now open for Wildsight's 2024 Ellen Zimmerman Award! This award…

Small actions for big change

February 7, 2024 by Wildsight

How can one person make a difference to the climate crisis? For Kaslo resident Kenya Blouin, the answer lies in bringing sustainability and climate solutions to local communities. Kenya decided early on that she was going to dedicate her career…

Over 1,400 demand environmental assessment for Zincton

January 23, 2024 by Wildsight

Over the past two months, more than 1,400 people have contacted the provincial Environmental Assessment Office (EAO) to voice their concern that the proposed Zincton All-Season Resort, in British Columbia’s Selkirk Mountains, might not undergo an environmental…

Now hiring: Wildsight YCC East Kootenay

January 23, 2024 by Wildsight

Hiring is now complete for the East Kootenay Youth Climate Corps 2024 season. Thank you for your interest. Follow along on Instagram for program updates. Role: Climate Action Technician, East Kootenay Crew / Wildsight Youth Climate Corps Contract Dates: May 6th…