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Join the Youth Climate Corps Kootenays

January 21

Applications are now open for both the West and East Kootenay 2026 Youth Climate Corps seasons. Youth Climate Corps is an opportunity to kickstart or further develop your career in…Read more

Now hiring: Climate Action Technician, East Kootenay Crew

January 16

Climate Action Technician East Kootenay Crew, Youth Climate Corps Contract Dates: Early May to late August, 2026 (exact dates TBD) with the potential for an extension into fall (pending funding…Read more

Now hiring: Climate Action technician, West Kootenay

January 16

Climate Action Technician West Kootenay Crew, Youth Climate Corps Contract dates: Early May to late August 2026 (with the potential to extend into fall, pending funding) Location: Nelson, BC, and…Read more

B.C. opens first public comment period for Fording River mine expansion as selenium contamination continues

January 13

The proposed expansion of Elk Valley Resources’ (EVR) Fording River coal mine has formally entered British Columbia’s environmental assessment process public comment period.Read more

Another Successful Year for the Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour

January 13

Another Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour has wrapped up, and we are feeling incredibly grateful for the community that continues to show up, year after year.Read more

Are the creeks really poisoned? A closer look at Zincton's contamination claims

January 6

Online debate about Zincton Resort has intensified including discussion around the idea that the resort would facilitate the remediation and clean-up of local ‘lead-contaminated’ rivers. We take a closer look at that claim.Read more