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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Stay connected to conservation in British Columbia. The Habitat Conservation Trust Foundation newsletter shares updates on the projects, partnerships, and research helping conserve fish, wildlife, and habitats across the province. Subscribers receive regular updates on: • HCTF-funded conservation and restoration projects • Research supporting wildlife and habitat management • Funding and scholarship opportunities • Stories highlighting the people and organizations working to conserve BC’s natural resources Every project we support contributes to a resilient future for British Columbia’s ecosystems and the communities that value them. 📬 Sign up to receive the latest conservation updates and learn how HCTF funding is making an impact across BC. Learn more and subscribe at hctf.ca

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We've got your Halloween costume covered! 📸 Project 2-756, 8-90, 8-525, 0-567, 5-358, and 7-570

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Scholarship Highlight: Sydney Dixon ! Sydney is one of 2026’s Al Martin scholarship Recipients Sydney is a master's student at Royal Roads University. Sydney's research focuses on how marine-derived nutrients influence the resource partitioning and spatiotemporal patterns of wolves, black bears, and cougars on the west coast of Vancouver Island. This research will provide data to support wildlife managers, land-use planners, and Nuu-chah-nulth Nations while contributing to the long-term conservation of British Columbia's biodiversity and keystone species. Interested in applying for the AL Martin Scholarship? Head to https://buff.ly/sdplw15 to learn more!

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Passionate about conservation? We are – come join us! We are a non-profit foundation investing in habitat conservation and education projects across B.C. Our Manager of Education Programs is retiring, creating an opening for a permanent, full-time position with the Foundation. We are seeking a leader who is energetic, motivated, and has a positive approach to their career, their work and their colleagues. The Manager of Education Programs leads our Education Team. This individual leads the development and implementation of multiple environmental education initiatives, province-wide programs, and grants within HCTF. This position is based out of our Victoria office, and the individual must be able to work from the office. All applicants must be legally eligible to work in Canada. To apply, please email a cover letter and CV describing how you meet the required qualifications to careers@hctf.ca. Job Type: Permanent, full-time Position Location: Unit 102-2957 Jutland Road, Victoria B.C. Closing Date: Monday, October 26th at 11:59 pm (Pacific Time) More info: https://buff.ly/aDHzimI #bcconservation #yyjjobs #bcjobs #nowhiring #workinbc

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When the sun goes down, bats get to work! These incredible mammals play an important role in BC’s ecosystems, helping keep insect populations in check and supporting healthy habitats. BC is home to 15 bat species, each with unique characteristics and habitat needs. From forests and wetlands to caves and old buildings, bats rely on a variety of places to roost, raise their young, and find food. But bats face challenges, including habitat loss, disturbance of roosting sites, and the impacts of white-nose syndrome, a fungal disease that has devastated bat populations in parts of North America. Protecting bat habitat helps these nocturnal neighbours continue doing what they do best. Whether it’s preserving mature trees, protecting important roosting sites, or learning more about the bats in your area, every action makes a difference. Want to help BC’s bats thrive? Learn more about bat conservation and discover how you can support these fascinating creatures! #HCTF #BatConservation #BCWildlife #WildlifeConservation #Biodiversity

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From spawning surveys to habitat restoration, conservation starts with understanding our waterways.

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Scholarship Highlight: Daphnee Tuzlak! Daphnee is one of 2026’s Together for Wildlife scholarship Recipients Daphnee is a PhD student at Simon Fraser University. Her research assesses the extent to which long-term (millennial-scale) Indigenous land use practices have influenced terrestrial and freshwater systems. Daphnee’s work aims to support Gitxsan Wilps ‘Wii K’aax in their restoration and management plans for an Indigenous Protected Area. The Together for Wildlife scholarship is awarded annually by HCTF in partnership with the First Nations-B.C. Wildlife & Habitat Conservation Forum and the Province of British Columbia’s Together for Wildlife Strategy (T4W) to masters and Ph.D. candidates conducting research that will have a positive impact on stewardship, management, policy, or decision-making of wildlife in BC. Interested in applying for the T4W Scholarship? Head to https://buff.ly/sdplw15 to learn more!

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Turning Ideas Into Action: 2026 Northern Restoration Community of Practice Workshop How can we turn shared knowledge and restoration goals into practical action on the ground? On October 20–23, restoration practitioners will gather in Terrace, BC, for the 2026 Northern Restoration Community of Practice Workshop. Building on the vision, values, and indicators co-created by the Community of Practice in 2024 and 2025, this year’s workshop will focus on practical tools, shared learning, and stronger partnerships to advance restoration across Northern BC. Participants will have opportunities to: - Share restoration projects spanning coastal, estuary, riverscape, and ungulate habitats. - Work through real-world challenges and solutions with peers. - Develop practical guidance products and explore tools to support restoration work. - Identify knowledge gaps and priorities for future collaboration. - Strengthen connections across Northern BC’s restoration community. Hosted at the Terrace Sportsplex, the workshop is an opportunity to build on collective experience, learn from one another, and turn shared ideas into meaningful action. 📅 October 20–23, 2026 📍 Terrace Sportsplex, Terrace, BC Learn more about the Northern Restoration Community of Practice and its work to support restoration across the region. https://sernbc.ca/ecosystem-restoration-community-of-practice/conferences #HCTF #HabitatRestoration #NorthernBC #Conservation #Collaboration