Celebrating the life and legacy of Jim Galloway

The Earth has lost a passionate advocate: Jim Galloway passed away in early June at the age of 91. A lifelong environmental advocate, Jim was an active member and volunteer of Wildsight for more than three decades. He lived his life with joy and brought passion, tenacity and dedication to everything he did.

Wildsight news

From BC to Costa Rica: tracking the epic journey of at-risk swallows

June 17, 2025 by Wildsight Golden

Bank Swallows are a species at risk and have been facing one of the largest population declines for any species in Canada - an estimated 93-98% of the Canadian population has been lost in the last 40 years.

Columbia River Conversations

June 17, 2025 by Wildsight

Immerse yourself in the Columbia River watershed as we camp, explore and catch up on all things Columbia River-related. We are living through an historical moment in the Columbia Basin. Especially with ongoing efforts to modernize the Columbia River…

“It’s up to you”: A Ktunaxa perspective on water, memory and responsibility

June 17, 2025 by Wildsight

When he speaks, he draws from two worlds — ancient and immediate. A member of the Ktunaxa Nation's Akisqnuk Band, Faro Burgoyne stood before an audience interested in water conservation to share wisdom: this land remembers, and water listens.

Celebrating the life and legacy of Jim Galloway

June 11, 2025 by Wildsight

A season of growth at the Kimberley Community Garden

June 10, 2025 by Robyn Skare

The garden is also shifting toward something even more ambitious: a food forest. The vision is a space that not only produces food but also tells a story about how diverse systems can thrive together.

Built for cliffs, not change. Help protect their wild homes.

June 5, 2025 by Robyn Duncan

Mountain goats need not just the wild, but the wild they know. And together, we can ensure the landscapes they rely on remain healthy and whole.

Moving kids from climate despair to hope

June 4, 2025 by Lorene Keitch

Where does the seed of hope come from? In the face of our global climate crisis, one teacher in a British Columbia classroom is facing climate concerns head on by bringing in an education program that counteracts despair with action…

Hiring: Bike valet coordinator for Invermere Farmer’s Market

May 27, 2025 by Wildsight Invermere

Seeking a Lead host/Volunteer coordinator for the Invermere Farmer's Market Be part of creating the inaugural bike valet in downtown Invermere, every Saturday throughout summer at the Farmers Market.

Wildsight joins First Nations, others, in demanding withdrawal of provincial Bills 14 and 15

May 22, 2025 by Robyn Duncan

Wildsight is adding its voice to the chorus of outrage at the BC government’s overreaching Bills 14 & 15.

Help set a higher bar for aquatic life in the Elk River

May 20, 2025 by Simon Wiebe

Selenium concentrations downstream of Elk Valley mines are allowed to be up to 28 times higher than what's considered safe for aquatic life — but a public comment period offers an opportunity for change.

Upcoming events

All about the Tiny House (webinar)
Invermere
Thursday, June 19
Since 1950, the average size of a new single-family home in Canada has more than doubled from around 950 square feet to over 2…
Discover the Ecology of Cottonwood Island: Guided Nature Walk with Jim Smith
Creston Valley
Sunday, June 22
Explore the incredible ecology of the Creston Valley on a fun and educational guided nature walk suitable for all ages.
Cattle Panel Garden Trellis Workshop
Kimberley & Cranbrook
Tuesday, June 24
Want to grow more food in less space? Learn how to grow vertically using sturdy, efficient cattle panel trellises.
Sinclair Creek Weed Pull
Invermere
Thursday, June 26
Led by the fun and knowledgeable weed-busting folk from East Kootenay Invasive Species Council, we’ll head out on Sinclair Creek trail in Radium…
Let's go hiking - with kids!
Invermere
Sunday, July 20
Did you enjoy hiking pre-kids and now wish to continue with kids, but aren’t sure where or how to start? We're running…

Celebrating the life and legacy of Jim Galloway

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