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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Webinar: Save forests; safe communities

October 1, 2021 by Lorene Keitch

Missed our webinar with Dr. Peter Wood? Watch it now, and get informed on how BC's forestry industry needs a paradigm shift to better protect our communities agains the affects of climate change: https://vimeo.com/620117020…

Donna Mendes Art Calendars for Sale

September 28, 2021 by Wildsight Golden

Christmas is coming! I know it’s still months away, but we have a perfect gift for the Wildlife and Art lover in your life. The 2022 Donna Mendes art calendars are beautiful and the total proceeds of every calendar…

Wildsight Golden Recognizes National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, September 30, 2021

September 27, 2021 by Wildsight Golden

In 2015, the Truth and Reconciliation Commission made public its final report on the history and legacy of Canada’s residential school system. There were 94 Calls to Action. Call to Action #80 called upon the Federal Government to establish…

Defend our rivers from coal mine pollution

September 22, 2021 by Wildsight

Coal mines in the BC Rockies send toxic selenium pollution downstream that puts fish in danger, not just in BC, but in Lake Koocanusa and the Kootenai River for hundreds of kilometres through Montana and Idaho — and back into BC…

It’s time to end water pollution in the Elk Valley

September 22, 2021 by Randal Macnair

“We are hopeful that the Commissioner of the Environment will undertake an audit of Canada’s remarkable failure to adequately regulate coal mine pollution in the Elk Valley over the last twenty years. This regulatory failure has directly contributed to…

Going beyond single-use

September 21, 2021 by Lorene Keitch

To reduce our waste, we need to not just recycle more. We need to produce less. Wildsight Elk Valley is looking to change the way you think about the materials you bring into your home.

Happy New Year! (Wait, what?)

September 21, 2021 by Jill Jennings

Each year, on the first day of school, there is always a flurry of emails and phone calls within the Wildsight education team wishing one another a “Happy New Year”! For educators, parents, and teachers the beginning of September feels…

Logging threatens important caribou habitat

September 21, 2021 by Wildsight

Deep in the heart of the Rocky Mountains, Louisiana Pacific (LP) is building a new road and is about to log important habitat for endangered mountain caribou. Multiple mountain caribou sightings in and adjacent to planned cut-blocks have been…

New watershed education resources for a new school year

September 21, 2021 by Wildsight

For many in the education world, early September may mark the start of a “new year” just as much as January 1st. It’s an exciting time with back-to-school rituals marked against a backdrop of changing seasons

Returning to our roots: West Kootenay Youth Climate Corps restarts

September 20, 2021 by Lorene Keitch

Youth Climate Corps (YCC) has returned to the West Kootenay this fall after a successful inaugural program last year. This season, the West Kootenay crew will be working on wildfire reduction strategies, fortifying and diversifying the boundaries of West Arm…

Upcoming events

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.
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…
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.
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…
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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