Help us stand up for caribou in Canada’s highest court, and in the ancient forests that are vital to their survival

The Southern Mountain Caribou of B.C.’s Columbia Mountains are in trouble. Their migration ranges are contracting by up to 25% a decade, and eight of 18 ‘deep-snow’ herds across the broader region are now functionally extinct

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Community Spirit Shines at Earth Week Cleanup

May 5, 2026 by Trixie Pacis

This Earth Week, over 1,000 participants came together to rejuvenate Kimberley and Cranbrook neighbourhoods, green spaces, and shared public areas—a collaborative effort that reflects the strength of our community spirit.

Photo story: Life in a burned forest

April 30, 2026 by Siobhan Winters

At first glance, you might assume a burned forest is devoid of life. But a few minutes spent in one is all it takes to realize you are in fact witnessing the renewal of an ecosystem.

Slow down on Airport Way: Revelstoke residents asked to help protect migrating toads and turtles

April 29, 2026 by Reanne Harvey

Spring has arrived in Revelstoke, bringing sunny days, blooming crocuses, and the annual migration of Western Toads and Western Painted Turtles along Airport Way. From mid-April to mid-May, Western Toads make their way from forested mountain habitats down…

We’re Hiring! Environmental Program Coordinator

April 27, 2026 by Wildsight Invermere

Are you looking for an opportunity to make a difference with climate & conservation programming in the Columbia Valley this summer? The Environmental Program Coordinator is a summer position that will have the opportunity to both support and lead programs…

A legacy of love

April 24, 2026 by Lorene Keitch

Marjan Patterson’s gift for the wild honours the legacy her parents left and continues the work they started more than 50 years ago. Watching her granddaughter play with bugs and explore the natural world, Marjan can see it — the…

Forests, water and our future: A community conversation

April 7, 2026 by Wildsight

Join an evening of community conversation about our forests and watersheds next Wednesday, April 15th. Experts Dr. Garry Merkel and Dr. Younes Alila will join Wildsight conservation specialists Eddie Petryshen and Tim Chapman at Grist and Mash Brewery in Kimberley…

Upcoming events

Invasive species weed pull at Columbia Lake
Invermere
Friday, June 26
Volunteer Opportunity: Help Tackle Invasive Species in the Columbia Valley Join Wildsight Invermere and the East Kootenay Invasive Species Council (EKISC) on Thursday, June 26 from 4:30–7:30 PM for a community weed pull at C
Fernie Garden Tour & EcoGarden Fundraiser
Elk Valley
Saturday, July 11
Join us for a day of inspiration and exploration in unique Fernie gardens. ITINERARY 9AM tour of the Fernie Community EcoGarden 9:30AM - 12PM Explore…
Invasive-free wildflower seed bomb workshop
Thursday, July 16
Drop in for this kid-friendly workshop and make seed bombs with non-invasive wildflowers. While making your own seed bombs, learn more about how we can reduce invasive species in our own backyards.
Golden's 17th Annual Community Weed Pull
Golden
Saturday, July 18
Summer is here, and it's time once again for our Annual Community Weed Pull Event! With support from the Columbia Shuswap Invasive Species Society…
Get Wild! Summer Day Camp 2026
Golden
June 29 - August 21
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Help us stand up for caribou in Canada’s highest court, and in the ancient forests that are vital to their survival

Wildsight news

Community Spirit Shines at Earth Week Cleanup

Photo story: Life in a burned forest

Slow down on Airport Way: Revelstoke residents asked to help protect migrating toads and turtles

We’re Hiring! Environmental Program Coordinator

A legacy of love

Forests, water and our future: A community conversation

Volunteer Opportunity: Bank Swallow Monitoring

Golden Branch: We’re hiring! Camp Counsellor

Golden Branch: We’re hiring! Environmental Education Coordinator

Wildsight requests independent review of Fording River mine expansion impacts

Help us stand up for caribou in Canada’s highest court, and in the ancient forests that are vital to their survival

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