Author: Jamie Long
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Celebrate World Wetlands Day with the B.C. Wildlife Federation
As World Wetlands Day approaches, the B.C. Wildlife Federation’s Watershed Team is reflecting on our work and dedication to wetlands throughout 2023. This World Wetlands Day, we invite you to celebrate with us—honour these incredible ecosystems and the communities working to protect them! Our Team in Action: In 2023, the BCWF Watershed Team focused…
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2023 — A Year of Impact with the BCWF Watershed Team
In 2023, the B.C. Wildlife Federation’s Watershed Team rolled up their sleeves and made big moves for conservation across British Columbia. From restoring wetlands to building meaningful partnerships, it was a year of impact. Read on for some of the standout moments from our team’s work this year. Maintenance and Monitoring Wetland maintenance and monitoring…
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Fraser River Cleanup Makes Remarkable Early Achievements
The Fraser River Tidal Marsh Clean-up team greatly surpassed its early objectives for its estuary cleanup project by collecting over 12 tonnes of plastic trash, crabbing and fishing gear, boat parts and other assorted debris in just three months, nearly hitting their two-year target. The collaboration between the B.C. Wildlife Federation, the Tsawwassen First Nation…
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Revitalizing Juliet Creek — Enhancing Fish Habitat and Stream Connectivity
The restoration of the Juliet Creek Side Channel included restoring access to the Coldwater River for fish passage following the flooding of the Coldwater River and restoring and enhancing rearing and refuge habitat, especially coho salmon. The B.C. Wildlife Federation, the Federal Department of Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO), Scw’exmx Tribal Council, and Rock Solid…
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Maggie’s Journey — A ‘Nuisance’ Beaver Gets a Second Chance
When the door of her enclosure swung open, Maggie the beaver wasted no time getting acquainted with her new home. After months of rehabilitation at the Interior Wildlife Rehabilitation Society, she finally returned to the wild. Maggie’s solitary rehabilitation journey was unusual because beavers typically live in pairs or in established colonies. “Normally, we would…
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The Wetlands Workforce Project (2021)
The Inception of the Wetlands Workforce The Wetlands Workforce project was launched in 2021 as a collaboration between the B.C. Wildlife Federation conservation organizations, and First Nations across British Columbia, following a one-year, $5-million grant from the Healthy Watersheds Initiative. The $27-million project, supported by the Province of British Columbia, aimed to stimulate B.C.’s economic…
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Collaborations Yield a Healthier Landscape
Living off the land is fundamental to rural and First Nations communities. Caring for the land is essential to the traditions and practices that encompass hunting, fishing, and foraging. The B.C. Wildlife Federation and Indigenous communities have made considerable progress toward a shared vision of maintaining healthy fish and wildlife populations. By weaving Indigenous values…
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Wetlands Institute — 2023 Recap
For over two decades, the B.C. Wildlife Federation’s Wetlands Institute has been essential in empowering participants with the skills necessary to lead watershed projects across BC. In 2023, the Wetlands Institute, facilitated by the BCWF’s Wetlands Education Program, provided a lively foundation for the exchange of knowledge among industry professionals and participants, alike. Held in…
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Mapping Our Marshes with the Wetlands Education Program — 2023
The Wetlands Education Program (WEP) runs several workshops throughout the year in order to engage and educate interested participants about wetlands. One of these programs is Map our Marshes (MoM). This is a 1.5 day workshop that focuses on entry-level technical and field skills for mapping smaller wetlands using free software, GPS, and your smartphone!…
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The Wetlands Institute Inspires Ongoing Backyard Restoration Efforts
As the B.C. Wildlife Federation prepares for its upcoming 2023 Wetlands Institute, we are inspired to look back on the transformative journeys of past participants. Among them is the heartwarming story of Susan DeBeck, who attended the program in 2021. While many come to the Institute with backgrounds in environmental science, Susan stands out as…