By Peter Christensen Op-Ed Commentary Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s Liberal middle of the road government ‘jogged along.’ It’s a term that was used by British…
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Shuswap Band’s first biologist now leads a growing team
By Megan Jamison Kootenay Conservation Program Braydi Rice, a lifelong Columbia Valley resident, has been working with Shuswap Band since 2020 and stepped into the…
Ecosystem restoration burn planned for Dry Gulch park
To help reduce the risk of wildfires, the BC Wildfire Service is supporting BC Parks and the Shuswap Band in conducting an ecosystem restoration prescribed…
2025 Salmon Festival Sept. 13 at James Chabot Beach
Celebrate the return of the salmon with a day of community, culture, and fun hosted by Shuswap Band, ʔAkisq’nuk First Nation, and Ktunaxa Nation on…
Shuswap Band tackles wildfire risk reduction
A goal to carry out future cultural burning With funding investments provided by the Forest Enhancement Society of BC (FESBC), Kenpesq’t Forestry LP (Kenpesq’t), the…
National Indigenous Peoples Day events in region
June 21 is National Indigenous Peoples Day. This is a day for all Canadians to recognize and celebrate the unique heritage, diverse cultures, and outstanding…
Mark Thomas receives Conservation Leadership Award
Submitted by Kootenay Conservation Program Kootenay Conservation Program is proud to announce the recipients of its annual Conservation Leadership Awards which recognize one person from…
Ready, set, prevent
Communities take proactive measures to minimize risk of wildfires Wildfire. While it plays an important role in maintaining healthy ecosystems, it can pose a threat to communities….
Food security grants for two local organizations
More than $4 million is supporting 65 organizations in British Columbia, including two locally, to strengthen food security infrastructure that helps redistribute food to people…
Wildlife overpass will enhance safety for drivers and bighorns
A new wildlife overpass south of Radium Hot Springs is set to significantly decrease vehicle collisions with bighorn sheep enhancing safety along Highway 93/95 for…