Category: News Spotlight
Federal government stops monitoring B.C. salmon runs at the height of the season
Federal government stops monitoring B.C. salmon runs at the height of the season Conservation groups demand urgent action from Ottawa to address “unprecedented management failure.” Conservation organizations are sounding the…
SkeenaWild Welcomes Nathan Meakes as New Assistant Director
SkeenaWild is pleased to welcome Nathan Meakes as our new Assistant Director. With a strong background in biology and years of fisheries advocacy, Nathan will help guide our programs in fisheries, habitat protection, science, and education. His leadership will support our mission to defend and rebuild wild salmon populations and the communities that depend on them.
Summer 2025: SkeenaWild Salmon Education in Action
From camps to community events, SkeenaWild’s 2025 education programs inspired youth and families to learn, celebrate, and protect wild salmon.
Southeast Alaska’s 2025 Salmon Fishing Outlook
As the 2025 fishing season begins in Southeast Alaska, migrating salmon returning to rivers in British Columbia, such as the Skeena and Nass, face a significant risk of interception in Alaska’s Districts 104 and 101 fisheries.
The SkeenaWild Film & Photo Festival is back for 2025!
The 2025 SkeenaWild Film & Photo Festival is back for its 14th year! Submit your short film or photo showcasing the people, wildlife, and wild places of the Skeena Watershed by October 15. Join us this fall for inspiring screenings across northwest BC.
June Highlights: Outdoor Education with SkeenaWild
June Highlights: Outdoor Education with SkeenaWild June Events Kick Off a Summer of Salmon Stewardship Stream science, kayaking, and fry releases connect youth to salmon and stewardship. SkeenaWild’s education team…
The Dirty Dozen: Why BC’s Mining System Must Evolve to Protect Salmon and Communities
As the Province pushes to expedite new mining approvals through Bill 15 and strategies focused on fast-tracking mining in the northwest, critical safeguards for wild salmon, clean water, and Indigenous rights are at risk of being overlooked. In collaboration with our partners in the BC Mining Law Reform network, we have released the latest Dirty Dozen report. This biannual report shines a spotlight on 12 of the top polluting and risky mining projects across BC that reveal the cracks in the system.
Watershed & Nature Science Camps
Get ready for the jam-packed summer in the heart of the Skeena! SkeenaWild is excited to announce our Summer Watershed & Nature Science Camps—where exploration, education, and hands-on experiences come together in the wild spaces of our beautiful region.
Whether your young adventurer is eager to learn about salmon habitats, explore lush forest trails, or engage in hands-on science, there’s a camp for every budding nature enthusiast!
Terrace Community Gearing Up for 40th Annual Earth Day “Garb-a-thon”
Spring cleanup season is here, and Terrace community members are once again rolling up their sleeves to take part in a long-standing community tradition. On Sunday, April 27th, the 39th annual Earth Day Community Garb-a-thon will bring people together to spruce up our community- from the riverbanks to city streets.
Environmental Education Assistant – Job Posting
SkeenaWild is seeking an energetic, creative, and enthusiastic candidate to assist with our environmental education and volunteer stewardship programs. The candidate will work alongside our Education & Volunteer Program Coordinator.
Sounds like you? Apply today