Wildsight requests independent review of Fording River mine expansion impacts

Wildsight has asked Canada to appoint an independent panel of experts to review the environmental impacts of a proposed mine expansion in British Columbia’s Elk Valley.

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We’re looking for volunteer photographers

March 24, 2026 by Wildsight

Photos are extremely powerful—inspiring people to care for and steward our wild places. Wildsight is seeking to connect with amateur, semi-pro or professional photographers who are passionate about conservation and willing to share their talents with us for…

Old-growth mural gives back to the forests that inspired it

March 16, 2026 by Siobhan Winters

When a couple approached New Denver artist Petra Hekkenberg’s display at a market, she was surprised when it wasn’t her prints they were interested in: it was the Beech tree she’d line-drawn on her booth’s…

New Program: Columbia Valley Shift coming in 2026

February 11, 2026 by Wildsight Invermere

Wildsight Invermere is excited to launch our newest program Columbia Valley Shift, a circular economy program that involves moving away from the traditional "take-make-use-dispose" linear model toward a system where resources are kept in use for as…

Climate Action technician, West Kootenay

January 16, 2026 by Wildsight

Feb 2026: Hiring is now complete for YCC West Kootenay 2026. Thank you for your interest. Hear about future opportunities: .......... Climate Action Technician West Kootenay Crew, Youth Climate Corps Contract dates: Early May to late August 2026 (with the potential…

Winter Warriors: How 7 species survive our region’s deadliest season

January 6, 2026 by Siobhan Winters

From Wolverines and Mountain Goats to Owls and Pikas, here are some of the incredibly adapted ways in which 7 species manage our winters.

Give before Dec 31 to have your donation for the wild matched

December 29, 2025 by Wildsight

Until December 31, every $1 for our wild places and animals will become $2. Make the most of this limited-time opportunity to have your gift matched.

Why I teach the wild: A conversation with Dave Quinn

October 9, 2025 by Siobhan Winters

In honour of our 25th anniversary of Wildsight Education, we're featuring some of the amazing educators, powerful programs and memorable milestones that have made nature-based learning what it is today. Dave Quinn has been teaching educational programs with…

Upcoming events

Wildflowers, Seeds, and Pollinators: A Talk with Caroline Collier
Creston Valley
Saturday, April 11
Wildsight Creston Valley Director and native plant enthusiast Caroline Collier will be giving a talk: “Collecting Seed from Wildflowers” at the Creston Valley Library on…
Spring Bird Walks April 12th Duck Lake
Creston Valley
Sunday, April 12
April Bird Walk! 9:30–12:30 pm on Sunday, April 12 2026 Duck Lake (need to walk in) On the lead up to the…
Climate Café Series 2026: Café #4 Reducing Plastic Pollution
Golden
Tuesday, April 14
The climate crisis is one of the most pervasive and impactful phenomenons happening in our society, affecting almost every aspect of our lives including the…
Forests, Water and Our Future: A Community Conversation
Regional
Wednesday, April 15
Join Wildsight for a facilitated discussion about the future of Kimberley's watershed.
Wildsight Invermere Earth Day Fair
Invermere
Saturday, April 18
Do you dream of a future in the Columbia Valley that is truly sustainable - environmentally, socially, and economically? Have you been wanting to make shifts…

Wildsight requests independent review of Fording River mine expansion impacts

Wildsight news : Uncategorized

We’re looking for volunteer photographers

Old-growth mural gives back to the forests that inspired it

New Program: Columbia Valley Shift coming in 2026

Climate Action technician, West Kootenay

Winter Warriors: How 7 species survive our region’s deadliest season

Give before Dec 31 to have your donation for the wild matched

Why I teach the wild: A conversation with Dave Quinn

Five years later, BC is still failing to protect old-growth forests

Smoky skies again: speak out

Oh buoy! (Why does buoy placement on lakes matter?)

Wildsight requests independent review of Fording River mine expansion impacts

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