Our 2018 Annual Report
Join us in celebrating everything we’ve achieved together with our 2018 annual report. Take a look and read about what we accomplished together last year with our partners, members, donors and supporters.
Wildsight news
Chiono-what?
Did you know that animals who thrive in winter are known as chionophiles (ki-on-o-file)? The word is derived from the Greek word chion, meaning “snow” and phile, meaning “lover.” This year, Wildsight will take over 2000 students…
Cranbrook kids collect lichen for recently moved caribou
This week, 74 students from T.M. Roberts Elementary spent a cold morning collecting lichen for mountain caribou—and creating hope for the future. The lichen, gathered from tree branches, will feed the last few animals in our local caribou…
Honouring our mountain caribou: Kimberlites gather for candlelight vigil
Yesterday night, forty hardy Kimberlites gathered outside in Kimberley's Platzl to the honour our mountain caribou, after the recent news that the last females caribou have been moved from the South Purcell and Selkirk herds to Revelstoke.
Big clear-cuts, big problems: Private Managed Forests in the Elk Valley
Send your message to the Forests Minister! It’s hard to miss the huge new clear-cut on a steep slope just to the north of Fernie. Why are we allowing this kind of logging, right beside a town with…
Species on the Brink: Selkirk and Purcell Caribou Relocated to Revelstoke
Join us for a candlelight vigil to remember the caribou in Kimberley on Feb 5. Efforts to rescue mountain caribou in the Purcell and southern Selkirk Mountains over the past two decades have resulted in translocation of animals to the…
The Future of Waste in the East Kootenay
Do you want community composting? More reuse centres in our region? If you live in the Regional District of the East Kootenay (RDEK), now is the time to have your voice heard.
On the ground: Meet Melissa Flint
Since 2001, Wildsight environmental education programs have reached over 70,000 students. These programs help to build a more sustainable future for all, inspiring the students of today to become the stewards of tomorrow.
Work With Us: Kimberley Farmers’ Market Coordinator
Are you passionate about the role farmers’ markets play in local food sustainability? Do you have event planning/market experience and are looking for a part time opportunity that allows flexible hours? The Wildsight Kimberley/Cranbrook Branch is currently seeking…
Closed – Job Posting: Communications + Philanthropy Manager [Updated]
This position has been filled. Wildsight is looking for a creative, collaborative and passionate Communications & Philanthropy Manager to join our team. This is a 1.0 FTE position that comes with five weeks vacation and a Private Health Services…