Environment Canada put on notice for 10-year delay in caribou protections

Environmental groups, including Wildsight, have sent an open letter to the ECCC today calling on the Ministry to complete critical habitat mapping for caribou that's 10 years overdue.

Wildsight news : Sustainable communities

Union of BC Municipalities Calls On Province To Regulate Private Land Logging

September 28, 2018 by Lindsay Cuff

The Union Of British Columbia Municipalities recently passed two resolutions at their Annual General Meeting calling on the provincial government to place stronger regulations on private land logging. The resolutions call on the provincial government to amend the Private Managed…

Igniting passion and inspiring connection: local youth take part in Columbia River Field School

August 28, 2018 by Lindsay Cuff

Earlier this month, 16 inspiring Columbia Basin youth grabbed their paddles and navigated the complex social, economic and natural history of the mighty Columbia River through Wildsight’s Columbia River Field School. The 12-day Field School brought together participants…

Closed – Student job: Communications Intern

August 16, 2018 by Lars Sander-Green

This position has been filled. Are you a college student looking for a part-time job during the school year? Wildsight is looking for a Communications Intern to work with us during the school year in our Kimberley office.

Waste Wise Station – A Welcome Addition

August 14, 2018 by Andrea Chapman

This year, the Kimberley Farmers' Market has put together a Waste Wise Station (WWS) to help minimize the amount of waste generated by our market. We have been sending compost to the Open Gate Garden, and recyclable materials are washed…

Our Garden is Your Garden

August 14, 2018 by Andrea Chapman

The Kimberley Open Gate Garden is located on Rotary Dr. behind the Aquatic Centre, and it is ALWAYS OPEN. Stop by and enjoy local fresh produce, expand your gardening knowledge and find a safe space to learn and grow.

2018 Go Wild! Youth Wilderness Trips

March 23, 2018 by Lindsay Cuff

Already ready to apply? Adventure deep into the wilderness this summer with hiking guides Dave Quinn, Kelly Comishin and Leah Evans! Go Wild challenges youth 14-18 on six-day wilderness backpacking trips into the Kootenay backcountry.

Our 2017 Annual Report

February 26, 2018 by Lindsay Cuff

Our Annual Report is hot off the press. Take a look and read about what we accomplished together last year with our partners, members, donors and supporters. A special thanks to each and every one of you for your commitment…

Love her, but keep her wild

February 14, 2018 by Lindsay Cuff

"Love her, but keep her wild." ~Atticus To the dreamers, the doers, the ones fighting to protect the places and people we love. To you. Happy Valentine’s Day. Make a gift to wildlife and wild places today in someone…

Waste and Diversion in the East Kootenay, Part II: The Landfill

January 9, 2018 by Andrea Chapman

This entry is the second of a two-part series on waste diversion and landfilling practices in the Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK). In this post, Wildsight’s Kimberley Cranbrook branch tours RDEK waste transfer and landfill facilities.

Waste and Diversion in the East Kootenay, Part I: Recycling

November 12, 2017 by Andrea Chapman

This entry is one installment of a two-part series on waste diversion and landfilling practices in the Regional District of East Kootenay. In this post, Wildsight’s Kimberley Cranbrook branch reports on a tour of the Central Materials Recycling Facility in Cranbrook.

Upcoming events

East Kootenay Home Retrofit Fair
Kimberley & Cranbrook
Saturday, March 1
The EK Home Retrofit Fair will provide education for participants on technologies, strategies and support available locally for your home retrofit project.
Seedy Sunday Kimberley
Kimberley & Cranbrook
Sunday, March 2
Whether you're a gardening pro or just starting to get your hands dirty, there is much to be shared, so join us for Seedy SUNDAY to plan for the upcoming growing season and to connect, exchange, and learn!
Wildsight Golden AGM 2025
Golden
Tuesday, March 4
Do you want to help shape the future of our environment? Perhaps there’s a community project or environmental idea you’ve been pondering over…
Silvicola film screening
Golden
Friday, March 14
This is one you certainly won't want to miss! Join us for an evening of forestry film on March 14th at the Confluence Climbing…
Plant-based Potluck
Kimberley & Cranbrook
Saturday, March 22
We invite you to join us for a plant-based potluck to share dishes, recipes, and knowledge with members of the Kimberley Cranbrook community!

Environment Canada put on notice for 10-year delay in caribou protections

Wildsight news : Sustainable communities

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