Tag 2024

2 May

We’re Hiring: SkeenaWild Environmental Education Assistant

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.

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26 Apr

Marine Stewardship Council to review Canadian conservation groups’ objections to Alaskan salmon “sustainable” certification

An independent adjudicator has accepted the formal objection of three B.C.-based conservation organizations to the certification of Alaskan salmon as “sustainable” by the UK-based Marine Stewardship Council

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19 Apr

B.C. conservation organizations fight Alaskan salmon “sustainable” certification

British Columbia conservation organizations SkeenaWild Conservation Trust and Raincoast Conservation Foundation, along with Watershed Watch Salmon Society, have filed a formal notice of objection with the U.K.-based Marine Stewardship Council in response to the proposed re-certification of Alaskan salmon fisheries as sustainable.

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18 Apr

Community Event: Earth Day Garbathon

To celebrate this year's Earth Day, join SkeenaWild, Greater Terrace Beautification Society, City of Terrace and Regional District or Kitimat-Stikine to clean up our communities, trails and rivers on Sunday, April 21st, 2024!

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3 Apr

Oolichan: A Keystone Species

It's the time of year when the Skeena River starts bustling- the infamous Ooligan run. Our communities look forward to this influx of birds along the Skeena every year, but did you know that the oolichan, or eulachon, or saak, is a small but essential fish species inhabiting the Pacific Northwest region?

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18 Mar

Swim The Skeena Challenge 2024

The mighty Skeena River runs 570km from the Sacred Headwaters (Spatsizi Plateau) to the Skeena Estuary near Lelu Island, passing various stunning and essential sites. Join this year's 'Swim The Skeena Challenge,' a joint partnership with SkeenaWild and the City of Terrace. Swim the equivalent distance of the Skeena River at the Terrace Aquatic Centre as we take you on a journey to learn about the spots along the way.

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17 Mar

You’re Invited: Alaskan Impact on BC Salmon Webinar

Our community’s campaign, ‘Alaska’s Dirty Secret,’ continues to gain momentum. New data exposes the number of B.C. wild salmon being caught by Alaskan fleets and the impact this has on conservation efforts in British Columbia.

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12 Mar

The Latest B.C. Mining Reform Wins

There have been some good news stories on BC Mining Reform these past few days. It's been great to see movement toward defending wild salmon and ensuring development doesn't happen at the expense of one of our most valuable resources.

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26 Jan

Have Your Say: BC’s Biodiversity and Ecosystem Health Framework

The BC government wants feedback on the recently released draft Biodiversity and Ecosystem Health Framework. Read on to find out what this means and why does it matter for our wild salmon and the Skeena Watershed.

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23 Jan

Event: Quantum Leaps – Girls talk Science & Tech!

This conference is a unique opportunity for young women to learn, engage, and be empowered to pursue their passions in science and technology. Whether you're considering a career in healthcare, environmental science, or tech, you'll find inspiration and guidance from our panelists and fellow attendees.

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