Wildsight welcomes new board chair

After more than a decade as chair of Wildsight's Board of Directors, Brian Conrad is passing the torch to fellow board member Kelvin Saldern. Kel joined Wildsight's board in 2022, first serving as treasurer before stepping in as chair this spring. A long-time supporter of Wildsight, Kel spent much of his career working in community development across…

Wildsight news : Elk Valley Branch

Work Experience Opportunity: Retail at Local in Fernie

June 24, 2026 by Elk Valley Branch

Wildsight Elk Valley (WEV) is seeking two individuals for a Work Experience Opportunity at the Local store in Fernie, funded by United Way BC’s Work Experience Opportunity Grant (WEOG). This position will be supervised by the Local Store Manager…

Work Experience Opportunity: Marketing and Social Media – Elkford

June 24, 2026 by Elk Valley Branch

Wildsight Elk Valley (WEV) is seeking one individual for a work experience placement supporting our Keeping Food Real program—an online cold-climate gardening course. Funded by United Way BC’s Work Experience Opportunity Grant (WEOG), this role will help…

Now hiring: Communications Manager and Project Coordinator – WEV

May 12, 2026 by Elk Valley Branch

Position: Communications Manager and Project Coordinator Deadline to apply: June 27, 2026 Compensation: $22/hour Scope: 35 hours / week Number of positions: One Start Date: July 1, 2026 Location: In-person, Fernie, BC Term: 8 weeks Job Summary The Communications…

Now hiring: Part-Time Worker – Local Store Fernie

May 12, 2026 by Elk Valley Branch

Position: Part-time Retail Coordinator – Local Store Deadline to apply: June 10th, 2026 Compensation: $18-22 / hour Scope: 7.5-15 hours / week Number of positions: One Start Date: ASAP Location: In-person, Fernie, BC Job Summary The Retail Coordinator…

B.C. opens first public comment period for Fording River mine expansion as selenium contamination continues

January 13, 2026 by Simon Wiebe

The proposed expansion of Elk Valley Resources’ (EVR) Fording River coal mine has formally entered British Columbia’s environmental assessment process public comment period.

Ottawa acknowledges serious risks of Fording River mine expansion, orders further assessment

November 3, 2025 by Wildsight

The federal Impact Assessment Agency of Canada (IAAC) has ruled that the proposed expansion of the Fording River coal mine in BC’s Elk Valley requires further assessment due to the significant potential risks it poses to water, wildlife and…

Hiring: Local Store Manager – Elk Valley Branch

February 4, 2025 by Dawn Deydey

Position: Store Manager – Local Store Deadline to apply: Feb 24th, 2025 Compensation: $24-26/hour depending on experience Scope: 25-35 hours / week. Number of positions: One Start Date: February 2025 Location: Fernie, BC Length of contract: 1 year (Maternity…

Wildsight Elk Valley launches “Feed the Need” program: Supporting Fernie’s local food system

November 27, 2024 by Elk Valley Branch

Wildsight Elk Valley introduces its new and improved Feed the Need campaign.

Full Circle Food in the Elk Valley: Building a Sustainable Community through Local Food Systems

November 18, 2024 by Elk Valley Branch

Wildsight Elk Valley’s food projects highlight the impact of a connected, community-focused network that nurtures sustainable agriculture and food security in our region. This journey begins with seeds—specifically the Red Russian Kale seeds saved by Mary Cosman…

The grizzly fate of bears on Elk Valley rails

October 23, 2024 by Amelia Caddy

The death of a collared grizzly and a grain spillage earlier earlier this year highlighted the threat that Elk Valley railway lines pose to grizzly bears and other wild animals—and the need for immediate solutions.

Upcoming events

Invasive species weed pull at Columbia Lake
Invermere
Friday, June 26
Volunteer Opportunity: Help Tackle Invasive Species in the Columbia Valley Join Wildsight Invermere and the East Kootenay Invasive Species Council (EKISC) on Thursday, June 26 from 4:30–7:30 PM for a community weed pull at C
Fernie Garden Tour & EcoGarden Fundraiser
Elk Valley
Saturday, July 11
Join us for a day of inspiration and exploration in unique Fernie gardens. ITINERARY 9AM tour of the Fernie Community EcoGarden 9:30AM - 12PM Explore…
Golden's 17th Annual Community Weed Pull
Golden
Saturday, July 18
Summer is here, and it's time once again for our Annual Community Weed Pull Event! With support from the Columbia Shuswap Invasive Species Society…
Get Wild! Summer Day Camp 2026
Golden
June 29 - August 21
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Camp Odyssey 2026
Kimberley & Cranbrook
July 6 - August 28
Gear up for summer of adventures—Camp Odyssey is back! During this nature-based summer day camp, kids spend their days outdoors, hiking, exploring, gardening…

Wildsight welcomes new board chair

Wildsight news : Elk Valley Branch

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