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Thu, 8 Dec 2016

Christmas Bird Count

‘Tis the season for the Christmas Bird Count, and Bird Studies Canada is hosting an event especially designed for young birders.

The Ladner Christmas Bird Count for Kids will take place this Saturday at the Reifel Bird Sanctuary in Delta, BC. Full detail are available here. Not in Delta? Visit Bird Studies Canada’s website to see if there’s another Christmas Bird Count event happening near you!

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As the days grow shorter and the air turns crisp, thousands of birds take to the skies on one of nature’s greatest journeys: fall migration. From songbirds to waterfowl, many species travel vast distances between their northern breeding grounds and southern wintering areas. British Columbia plays a vital role in this seasonal movement. Our wetlands, estuaries, and forests provide critical stopover points where migratory birds can rest and refuel. Protecting these habitats ensures birds have safe passage today and for generations to come. This fall, take a moment to look up you might witness a migration in motion. 📷 Stuart Sanders #ConservationInAction #BCWildlife #HabitatConservation #BirdMigration #FallInBC

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Applications are now open for HCTF’s Land Stewardship Grant! The Land Stewardship Grant supports conservation projects across B.C. that protect, enhance, or restore important habitats and the species that depend on them. The Land Stewardship Grant provides three years of funding for operations and management activities on lands owned OR managed by non-governmental organizations (NGOs). Funding for this program is provided through an endowment fund provided to HCTF by the Province of British Columbia. From wetlands to grasslands, coastal ecosystems to interior forests—every funded project helps ensure a healthier, more resilient future for wildlife and people in B.C. 🦉🌿 📅 Don’t miss your chance! Applications close November 7, 2025 @ 4:30pm. 🔗 Learn more and apply through the link in our bio. Photo: Project 4-610 #ConservationInAction #HabitatStewardship #LandConservation #BCWildlife #Stewardship

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On September 30, we recognize and reflect on the enduring strength, knowledge, and leadership of Indigenous communities. National Day for Truth and Reconciliation provides an opportunity to learn from history to inform our ongoing work in reconciliation, as we work together to restore and protect B.C.’s fish, wildlife, and habitats. We invite you to: 🟠Attend an Indigenous-led event in your community: https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/governments/indigenous-people/national-day-for-truth-and-reconciliation 🟠Take a moment to read and reflect on the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action: https://www2.gov.bc.ca/assets/gov/british-columbians-our-governments/indigenous-people/aboriginal-peoples-documents/calls_to_action_english2.pdf 🟠Get outdoors and reflect on how we are connected to and are part of nature

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🌊✨ Happy World Rivers Day! ✨🌊 Did you know this global celebration started right here in BC? 💧 Mark Angelo, from Burnaby, founded both BC Rivers Day and World Rivers Day, and now it’s marked worldwide on the 4th Sunday of September. In BC, rivers are iconic for one reason above all: salmon. Every fall, rivers come alive as salmon return to spawn. 🐟 This migration is not only an incredible sight, but it also sustains bears, birds, and so many other species that depend on the salmon run for survival. Today, let’s celebrate the rivers that connect us all and the life they make possible. 💙 #WorldRiversDay #Rivers #BCConservation #HCTF #WildBC #Nature #Biodiversity #BeautifulBC #Conservation #GetOutside #OutdoorLearning

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The Caribou Habitat Restoration Fund (CHRF) Grant Applications Now Open! The Habitat Conservation Trust Foundation is now accepting applications for the Caribou Habitat Restoration Fund (CHRF) for the 2025-2026 funding cycle. This initiative aims to restore high-value habitat for caribou in British Columbia using functional and ecological restoration methods. Eligibility and Focus: Open to any individual or organization capable of restoring caribou habitat in BC Priority given to projects benefiting identified priority herds Guided by provincial guidelines for selecting restoration areas and activities Application deadline: November 7, 2024, at 4:30 PM (PT) #CaribouHabitat #HabitatRestoration #ConservationBC #WildlifeGrants #CaribouConservation #BCWildlife #HabitatFunding #beautifulBC

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🌲🍂 It’s National Forest Week! 🍂🌲 At HCTF, we’re proud to support projects that restore forest habitats, protect wildlife, and ensure these green spaces continue to thrive for future generations. More than just beautiful backdrops forests are living systems that provide clean water, store carbon, and create vital habitat for countless species across B.C. This year’s theme, “Canada’s Forests: Supporting Biodiversity and Our Well-being”, is a reminder of the deep connection we share with these ecosystems. Take a moment this week to head outside, explore a trail, and celebrate the forests that sustain us all. 🌿✨ #NationalForestWeek #ConservationInAction #HabitatRestoration #HCTF #BCForests

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🎉 Big news! 🎉 We’re excited to announce the latest GO Grant recipients! For our September intake we've been able to approve 110 GO Grants! These grants support outdoor learning opportunities for B.C. students, helping them connect with biodiversity right in their own backyards. From field trips to local wetlands to hands-on ecology projects, GO Grants make it possible for K–12 students to experience the wonder of nature firsthand. Congratulations to this year’s recipients, and thank you for helping inspire the next generation of environmental stewards! A huge thank you to @bcparksfdn for helping to make GO Grants available to even more classes across B.C.

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Hello, autumn! 🍁 The first day of fall is here, and B.C.’s landscapes are transforming into a tapestry of colour. As leaves change and wildlife prepare for the season ahead, it’s a reminder of how important it is to conserve the habitats that support these seasonal cycles. 🦉🍂🐟 This fall, take a moment to get outside, breathe in the crisp air, and appreciate the incredible biodiversity that makes B.C. so unique. 💚