A must-visit summer experience: The 2025 Kimberley Farmers’ Market

Now in its 11th season, the Kimberley Farmers’ Market is in full swing and brimming with energy. Located in the heart of downtown Kimberley BC, this vibrant market draws locals and visitors alike with its unique blend of fresh food, live entertainment, and community spirit. With an average of 30 vendors each week, up from 24 at the same time…

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After years of delay, caribou need your help

February 27, 2024 by Amelia Caddy

We’re calling on Canada and B.C. to protect southern mountain caribou habitat and save our last deep-snow herds. Use our pre-written letter to add your voice to the movement. Logging has no place in their forest homes.

Proposed Crown Mountain coal mine could fan the flames of selenium crisis

February 20, 2024 by Simon Wiebe

NWP Coal Canada is forging ahead with its plans to build a new metallurgical coal mine in British Columbia’s Elk Valley, a region already plagued with the fallout from an international water pollution crisis.

Finding the stories of the wild

February 16, 2024 by Lorene Keitch

Boots squelch down the snowy path, a row of brightly-bundled faces scanning the surroundings as they tromp to today's wonder-filled outdoor classroom. Wildsight educator Jill Jennings encourages the Grade 1 students to use their 'deer ears' to…

Nominations open for 2024 conservation award

February 14, 2024 by Wildsight

April 1: Nominations are now closed for this award. Thank you for your interest. Do you know a conservation champion who deserves recognition for their hard work? Nominations are now open for Wildsight's 2024 Ellen Zimmerman Award! This award…

Small actions for big change

February 7, 2024 by Wildsight

How can one person make a difference to the climate crisis? For Kaslo resident Kenya Blouin, the answer lies in bringing sustainability and climate solutions to local communities. Kenya decided early on that she was going to dedicate her career…

Share your Thoughts on Local Landscapes: Participate in Survey & Win Prizes

February 6, 2024 by Wildsight Golden

PhD candidate Gemma Cobb (Griffith University, Australia) is seeking participants for a survey to delve into your perspectives on environmental challenges and how we engage with the landscape surrounding the area known as Golden.

We’re Hiring: Kimberley Cranbrook Summer Program Assistant

February 4, 2024 by Ali Hadikin

Are you a youth who’s curious about environmental sustainability, food security, and community building? If you said “YES!” and are between the ages of 16 and 30, the Wildsight Kimberley Cranbrook Branch has a summer job just for you!

Over 1,400 demand environmental assessment for Zincton

January 23, 2024 by Wildsight

Over the past two months, more than 1,400 people have contacted the provincial Environmental Assessment Office (EAO) to voice their concern that the proposed Zincton All-Season Resort, in British Columbia’s Selkirk Mountains, might not undergo an environmental…

Stewards of the stream

January 11, 2024 by Lorene Keitch

A group of elementary school students is wiser about their local water thanks to an innovative program that connects kids, curiosity, and curriculum together to better understand and protect the local environment. Wildsight's EcoStewards program allows students to really…

Hiring Local Retail Coordinators – Elk Valley Branch

January 10, 2024 by Dawn Deydey

Position: Retail Coordinators – Local Store Deadline to apply: January 22nd, 2024 Compensation: $18-21/hour Scope: Part-time. Flexible. 8-20 hours/week Number of positions: Two Start Date: February 2023 Location: Fernie, BC NOTE: YOU MUST CURRENTLY LIVE IN…

Upcoming events

Revelstoke Climate Coalition Green Drinks
Revelstoke
Thursday, August 21
The Revelstoke Climate Coalition is excited to invite you to our next Green Drinks gathering – a casual, community-focused event where we explore environmental topics…
GET WILD! Summer Day Camp 2025
Golden
July 7 - August 22
Get Wild’s mission is to inspire youth to connect with our community and nature through fun inclusive outdoor activities. Participants will learn about local ecosystems through play and exploration.
2025 Ebike Raffle and 50/50
Kimberley & Cranbrook
July 3 - August 28
Wildsight Kimberley Cranbrooks annual raffle is back. Now with a 50/50 draw as well! Enter online for your chance to win a sleek 2025 Norco Scene VLT e-bike or a growing cash prize.
Apple Pressing Demonstration
Kimberley & Cranbrook
Thursday, August 28
Pick, juice, enjoy! Whether you have an abundance of apples that you don't know what to do with, or you'd just love to…
Outdoor Trivia Fundraiser
Revelstoke
Thursday, September 4
Join Wildsight Revelstoke for a fun evening of Outdoor Trivia! Family friendly with nature-themed questions, we will have snacks and refreshments available to purchase…

A must-visit summer experience: The 2025 Kimberley Farmers’ Market

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