New mineral claim consultation framework brings opportunity and new challenges for nations

Last month, British Columbia unveiled a new framework that will guarantee First Nations are consulted about mineral claims on their land. It’s a big step forward in bringing B.C.’s antiquated mining laws into the 21st century

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Speak up on professional reliance: Outsourcing environmental protection doesn’t work

January 12, 2018 by Lars Sander-Green

Should we outsource the protection of our environment? Keeping our rivers and lakes clean, protecting wild creatures and making sure our ecosystems stay intact are some of the most important functions of our government.

Can we keep our mountains wild?

December 9, 2017 by John Bergenske

This year, Wildsight celebrates 30 years of protecting wildlife, clean water and wild places. It’s been quite the journey...

30 years of people power: Are you a Wildsight member?

November 28, 2017 by Wildsight

As we celebrate our 30th anniversary, we’ve also been cleaning out our office and have had the opportunity to go through boxes and boxes of photos, slides, newspaper clippings and files from the past 30 years of environmental advocacy…

Dale Zinovich: A Wildsight founder remembered

November 21, 2017 by Wildsight

It is with great sadness that we share the news of the passing of Dale Zinovich. A passionate advocate for the environment, Dale was one of the founding members of the East Kootenay Environmental Society (EKES) with her husband George…

Back to school: The magic of the changing seasons

November 20, 2017 by Lars Sander-Green

As Kootenay kids headed back into the classroom this September, Wildsight educators were scheming to get them right back outside again. Every year, across the Columbia Basin, our team of 25 environmental educators bring the magic of nature to thousands…

Wildsight disappointed in Supreme Court decision on Jumbo Glacier Resort

November 2, 2017 by Robyn Duncan

Wildsight is deeply saddened by the Supreme Court ruling today that fails to recognize indigenous spiritual rights connected to sacred places in Canada’s Charter of Rights and Freedoms. We stand with the Ktunaxa Nation in the continued fight to…

Selenium in the Elk Valley: Teck’s $1.4M fine highlights long-term problems

October 10, 2017 by Lars Sander-Green

On Oct. 5, Teck pleaded guilty and was fined $1.4M under the Fisheries Act for releasing pollution from their Line Creek water treatment facility in 2014. The three releases of contaminated water killed dozens of bull trout and westslope…

Crockpots and canoes: Celebrating the Columbia Wetlands

October 6, 2017 by Robyn Duncan

Water has been at the core of our work at Wildsight for 30 years. To celebrate our 30th anniversary and the enactment of the full suite of federal boating regulations on the Columbia Wetlands, the culmination of 16 years of…

Species In decline: WWF report highlights mountain caribou

September 28, 2017 by Eddie Petryshen

World Wildlife Fund’s recent Living Planet Index report highlights sobering statistics on the decline of wildlife species in Canada. Of over 900 species surveyed, half are showing significant population declines. This includes large declines of federally-designated Species at…

30 years of Wildsight: An interview with Ellen Zimmerman

September 22, 2017 by Eddie Petryshen

Continuing our 30th anniversary celebration, Eddie Petryshen sat down with Ellen Zimmerman to talk conservation in the Kootenays.

Upcoming events

Community Cleanup for Earth Week
Invermere
Saturday, April 26
Calling all Earth Enthusiasts! Clean up your neighbourhood by collecting garbage around Lake Windermere or in your streets, parks or favourite outdoor spaces, and drop…
Co-Community Cleanup 2025
Kimberley & Cranbrook
April 22 - April 26
This all-ages event is a fantastic opportunity to get outdoors, team up with family and friends, and do your part to give Cranbrook and Kimberley a spring clean.
Protecting Golden’s threatened rainforest: An evening with Eddie Petryshen
Golden
Monday, April 28
Deep in the heart of British Columbia’s interior, more than 500 km from the sea, the Inland Temperate Rainforest is the last inland rainforest…
Climbing and Forest Play Pro-D Day Camp
Kimberley & Cranbrook
Monday, April 28
Wildsight Kimberley Cranbrook is partnering with Spirit Rock Climbing Center for a joint Pro-D Day camp this April 28.
Turtle Tales
Thursday, May 1
Join Turtle Conservation Revelstoke for an evening dedicated to Western Painted Turtles! With presentations from local biologists and conservationists, learn about local conservation efforts and…

New mineral claim consultation framework brings opportunity and new challenges for nations

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