Give children a climate of hope
Education is the more important tool we have to turn the tide on climate change. Thank you for helping to give our youngest advocates the tools and knowledge they need to make a difference.
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Earth’s ecosystems and educational outings
What do extraterrestrials, Earth's ecosystems, and an energetic educator have in common? Wildsight's Classroom with Outdoors program! Classroom with Outdoors encourages students to experience hands-on learning in the outdoors. Professional educators lead classes from Grades 4–7…
Wildsight supports new framework for biodiversity and ecosystem health
Wildsight welcomes the BC government’s commitment to protecting biodiversity and ecosystem health and the creation of a law that would give overarching priority to biodiversity protection. The draft Biodiversity and Ecosystem Health Framework was released today.
Wildsight Education Coordinator wins prestigious award
Wildsight's own Jill Jennings has been awarded an Environmental Education Award of Excellence from the Columbia Basin Environmental Education Network (CBEEN)! Jill was one of seven outstanding educators recognized for their efforts in educating students and the public on…
Wildsight welcomes $300 million for conservation in B.C.
[Kukamaʔnam/Kimberley] — Thursday, October 26, Premier David Eby unveiled a new $300 million Conservation Financing Mechanism that will help progress British Columbia’s mandate to protect 30% of its land and water by 2030 (30x30).
A journey beyond recycling
One of our favourite education programs here at Wildsight is Beyond Recycling, a year-long learning journey that equips kids with the tools and knowledge to achieve positive environmental change in their own lives and their broader communities.
With gratitude and love, thanks to Baiba
Long-time Wildsight volunteer Baiba Morrow has stepped down as president of the Invermere Wildsight branch after 14 years of service to the organization. And while she is still involved with several passion projects at the branch, we'd like…
Next 10 years of Columbia Basin Trust must include learning
By Graeme Lee Rowlands and Monica Nissen Like many in the Columbia Basin, we recently received an invitation to comment on the Columbia Basin Trust’s Draft Management Plan. Once finalized, it will guide activities of this nearly $100M per…
New Conservation Director sets sights on protecting and connecting our shared home
There's no place like home. And for Casey Brennan, there's nothing better than working to protect this special place we call home. After more than a decade gaining valuable experience in both the private and the international ENGO…
YCC investigates waste and wants
Waste not, want not, or so the old saying goes. In other words, if you use a resource sparingly, you won't find yourself in need. A similar sentiment can be applied to the world of waste management, where, when…