More than a trail: The ecological footprint of access

Resource roads offer easy access to B.C.'s backcountry — but at what cost to wildlife? We explore the ecological toll of roads and recreation, and how smarter management could help protect species like grizzlies and elk.

Wildsight news : Water

Contamination of Elk Valley drinking water indicates spread of selenium pollution

August 15, 2024 by Simon Wiebe

In December 2023, the City of Fernie announced it would begin immediately exploring for a new secondary water supply, with workers operating seven days a week until Christmas Eve. In June 2024, it continued its investigations with pumping tests performed…

Five things to know about the IJC investigation into Elk-Kootenay water pollution

August 13, 2024 by Amelia Caddy

The international investigation into water pollution from Elk Valley coal mines is about to reach its first big milestone. Here’s what you need to know.

Columbia River Treaty Agreement-In-Principle opens possibilities for restoring river ecosystems

July 12, 2024 by Wildsight

We congratulate negotiators from Canada, British Columbia, and the Ktunaxa, Secwépemc, and Syilx Okanagan Nations, as well as the United States, on reaching an agreement-in-principle for a modernized Columbia River Treaty.

Teach the Columbia: A teacher’s perspective

May 21, 2024 by Wildsight

As a teacher, I can sometimes be weary of using premade resources in the classrooms of our Middle Years Program (MYP). Mt. Sentinel Secondary School’s MYP is an integrated grade 7/8 program that works to provide students with…

In a time of drought, a modernized Columbia River Treaty offers hope

April 23, 2024 by Graeme Lee Rowlands

It’s official: B.C’s annual April snow survey confirms this winter is leaving our province with its lowest snowpack on record at just 63% of normal. Last year’s snowpack was significantly higher at 88%, but even that…

British Columbians want mining industry to clean up its mess or pay, survey reveals

April 11, 2024 by Casey Brennan

‘Clean it up or pay’ — that’s the clear message that British Columbians want to send the mining industry, according to new Wildsight-commissioned polling from Research Co.

What Fernie’s water woes mean for Elk Valley groundwater

January 2, 2024 by Simon Wiebe

In early December, the City of Fernie announced it would begin immediately exploring for a new secondary water supply, with workers planning to operate seven days a week until Christmas Eve. Rush jobs and hiring skilled workers to operate without days off is expensive. It begs the question: what exa

Upcoming events

Plant-based potluck
Kimberley & Cranbrook
Saturday, April 19
We invite you to join us for a plant-based potluck to share dishes, recipes, and knowledge with members of the Kimberley Cranbrook community!
Wildsight Elk Valley Earth Day Competition
Elk Valley
Tuesday, April 22
Celebrate Earth Day by taking action for nature and win incredible local prizes!
Earth Day Community Clean-up!
Golden
Tuesday, April 22
Join us at Reflection Lake for a community clean-up and potluck dinner! This annual event is back! Started decades ago by the late Ellen…
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.

More than a trail: The ecological footprint of access

Wildsight news : Water

Contamination of Elk Valley drinking water indicates spread of selenium pollution

Five things to know about the IJC investigation into Elk-Kootenay water pollution

Columbia River Treaty Agreement-In-Principle opens possibilities for restoring river ecosystems

Teach the Columbia: A teacher’s perspective

In a time of drought, a modernized Columbia River Treaty offers hope

British Columbians want mining industry to clean up its mess or pay, survey reveals

What Fernie’s water woes mean for Elk Valley groundwater

Revelstoke turtles get fresh new nesting habitat to help prevent road deaths

Exploring truth and reconciliation through salmon on the Columbia

Beavers: Our unsung climate heroes

More than a trail: The ecological footprint of access

Wildsight news : Water

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