The Elk River Alliance (ERA) is giving thanks to the Elk Valley community for backing the We’re Trucked fundraising campaign, allowing the team to purchase…
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Fernie Business Excellence honoured
The Fernie Chamber of Commerce presented the annual Fernie Business Excellence Awards Oct. 16 during a ceremonial evening at Cirque Restaurant and Bar. This year’s…
Persistent drought underscores need for local water action
Despite rainfall bringing temporary relief throughout the province, British Columbia still faces region-wide drought conditions well into fall. British Columbia’s Drought Monitoring Summary shows much…
Elk River Clean Up returns September 28
The Elk River Alliance’s annual Elk River Shoreline Cleanup is back this World Rivers Day, Sunday, September 28, and you’re invited to join! In its…
Morrissey boat launch opening celebrated
One of the most loved and utilized river access sites along the Elk River was finally celebrated this past month after many years of hard…
Raft Race raises $2,680 for Elk River Discovery Camps
For the 29th year, the annual Elk River Raft Race made a splash in the Elk River. Over 134 participants donned creative costumes and splashed…
Without Water Symposium tackled watershed security
On Thursday, June 5, the ‘Without Water’ Symposium took place on Yaq ̓ it ʔa·knuqⱡi’it First Nation territory (Grasmere), bringing together Indigenous leaders, scientists, government…
Without Water Symposium June 5 in Grasmere
Water is essential to all living things: our communities, watersheds, wildlife, and economy rely on it. But how do we ensure clean and reliable water…
Elk River Alliance fundraising for field truck
The Elk River Alliance (ERA) is facing a major roadblock. In the last two months, two employee vehicles have broken, and with the field season…
Volunteers help ERA collect trees for restoration work
As winter’s first snowfall blankets the Elk Valley, the Elk River Alliance (ERA) has concluded its 2024 restoration season. Since early October, ERA’s restoration technicians…