Marten vs. Goshawk - Habitat Conservation Trust Foundation

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Mon, 20 Nov 2017

Marten vs. Goshawk

What happens when a marten’s meal is interrupted by a curious goshawk? Watch the video to find out!

Thanks so much to Shannon Crowley and Dexter Hodder for sharing this amazing footage from their HCTF-funded project, “Marten Population Responses to Accelerated Salvage Logging in MPB Stands in Central BC“.

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🍂 Happy Thanksgiving, British Columbia! 🦃 As we gather to share food and gratitude, we’re thankful for the incredible natural spaces and wildlife that make B.C. home. From vibrant forests and winding rivers to the diverse species that depend on them, these landscapes sustain us all. 🌲🐾 At HCTF, we’re thankful for the conservationists, educators, volunteers, and communities who work tirelessly to protect B.C.’s fish, wildlife, and habitats. Every project we fund helps build a more resilient future — one that all British Columbians can be thankful for. 💚 Let’s remember to give thanks not just for nature, but to nature — by caring for the lands and waters that care for us. #HCTF #Thanksgiving #ConservationInBC #HabitatConservation #BCWildlife #GratefulForNature #ProtectWhatYouLove

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HCTF is pleased to announce a new funding opportunity beginning in the 2026-27 grant year, “Raptors of the Fraser Valley Lowlands.” This opportunity stems from a collaboration between HCTF, the B.C. Ministry of Water, Land and Resource Stewardship, and the Hancock Wildlife Foundation. HCTF has a long history of investing in projects that restore, conserve, or enhance fish and wildlife populations and habitats, including avian raptor populations at risk. This new fund will support prioritized activities that improve outcomes for raptors (eagles, hawks, falcons, owls, etc.) of the Fraser Valley Lowlands of B.C. (Hope to Richmond/Delta). These outcomes include both direct and indirect improvements to populations or habitat for these birds.

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Did you know that 14% of HCTF’s annual revenue comes from investment income? HCTF manages multiple endowments, and the income from these investments goes directly toward funding conservation projects across B.C. ensuring lasting impact for fish, wildlife, and habitat. We’re proud to share that 100% of HCTF’s investments are in Responsible Investing (RI) portfolios. Responsible Investing integrates environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors into investment decisions — helping reduce risk, promote sustainability, and align financial goals with environmental values. For HCTF, our commitment to Responsible Investing is threefold: 🌎 Reduce financial risks tied to the climate crisis and fossil fuel–related stranded assets. 💚 Align investments with our conservation values. 🤝 Empower donors and partners to make an even greater impact through sustainable investing. By investing responsibly, we’re ensuring that every dollar works harder not only for today’s projects, but for the future of B.C.’s wild places. #ResponsibleInvesting #ConservationInAction #SustainableFinance #BCWildlife #HabitatConservation #HCTF #ImpactInvesting

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Thanks to GO Grants, students across BC are exploring wetlands, forests, and shorelines this fall! 🚌 These grants help fund hands-on learning experiences that bring conservation to life. Applications for our February intake of GO Grants are open now, so don’t miss out on this great opportunity! GO Grants make it easier for K–12 classes in BC to explore biodiversity outdoors! These grants can cover transportation, materials, or program fees so teachers can bring their students outside to learn and connect with nature. Educators, apply today at: https://hctf-grants.smapply.ca/prog/go_grants/ A big thank you to @bcparksfoundation for supporting GO Grants! #TeachersOfInstagram #HCTFEducation #OutdoorLearning #HandsOnLearning #BCEducation #BackToSchoolBC #GetOutsideBC #NatureBasedEducation #LearningOutdoors #WildlifeConservation #GOGrants

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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