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British Columbia’s mine cleanup policy is built on a simple principle: companies should pay to clean up the environmental damage they cause. But as mining projects expand and pollution risks grow, an important question remainRead more
Photo story: Life in a burned forest
April 30
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.Read more
Spring has arrived in Revelstoke, bringing sunny days, blooming crocuses, and the annual migration of Western Toads and Western Painted Turtles along Airport Way.Read more
A legacy of love
April 24
Marjan Patterson’s gift for the wild honours the legacy her parents left and continues the work they started more than 50 years ago.Read more
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…Read more
Wildsight has asked Canada to appoint an independent panel of experts to review the environmental impacts of a proposed mine expansion in British Columbia’s Elk Valley.Read more
Upcoming events
Creston Valley Bird Fest 2026
Creston Valley
May 8 - May 11
May 8 - May 11
Get ready to spread your wings and join us for an unforgettable celebration of feathered friends and the vital wetlands they call home during their annual migration north. Read more
Kimberley Cranbrook AGM
Kimberley & Cranbrook
Tuesday, May 12
Tuesday, May 12
Join us on Tuesday, May 12 for an evening of community, connection, and fresh air at our Branch AGM and Garden Work Party! To start the evening off, we’ll… Read more
Columbia River Conversations: Duncan Reservoir tour
Regional
Saturday, May 16
Saturday, May 16
Columbia River Conversations is a series of immersive, one-day field tours exploring the river that shapes our region. Read more
Plant Sale & Swap
Elk Valley
May 23 - May 24
May 23 - May 24
Time TBD! Bring your plant starts and extra seeds to swap. We'll have starts and seeds available to purchase. All funds raised support the Wildsight Elk Valley Branch… Read more
Beyond Organic: Old Blue Truck Farm Tour
Invermere
Saturday, May 30
Saturday, May 30
In nature, nothing is wasted. Period. Truly sustainable food production revolves around closed-loop systems utilizing inputs that are available all around us. Read more
Fernie Community Yard Sale
Elk Valley
Saturday, May 30
Saturday, May 30
This year’s Community Yard Sale is taking place on Saturday, May 30th from 9:00am-1:00pm. Last year’s event took place in over 50 locations across Fernie… Read more