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CONSERVATION NEWS

One of the last remaining private properties in the White Lake Basin now protected

Thanks to the generosity of its donors, the Nature Trust of British Columbia has purchased one of the last remaining private properties in the White Lake Basin for conservation. The conservation area spans 161 acres (65 hectares) and will be integrated into the already conserved 20,317 acres (8,222 hectares) of the White Lake Basin Biodiversity Ranch. Since 1996, The Nature Trust of BC has permanently acquired 13 parcels of private land in the White Lake Basin Biodiversity Ranch, demonstrating its commitment to building large conservation complexes over time. The White Lake Basin Biodiversity Ranch is one of the leading biodiversity ranches in BC and has been ranked the highest in conservation value in all of The Nature Trust of BC’s conservation holdings. Read more here.

Small Acts of Conservation: local land trust engages its community with new blog series

Friends of Cortes Island has launched a new blog series that aims to uplift their local conservation community and at the same time inspire others. Small Acts of Conservation will highlight the big impact many small acts can have. Find the first post, “Frog Ponds!” here.

Parkland expansion in Nanaimo

Thanks to the perseverance of the Nanaimo & Area Land Trust (NALT) and multiple local hiking and outdoor groups, the lands connecting Mount Benson Regional Park to the green corridor surrounding Westwood Lake have been purchased by the City of Nanaimo and the Regional District of Nanaimo. The addition of these three parcels of land will create a connected parkland of 500 hectares. An informal trail system has been built up over years through these lands, creating recreation opportunities for hikers, runners and mountain bikers. The area was in danger of being altered due to road building and timber harvest. Read the full press release here.

What is a Local Conservation Fund?

Local Conservation Funds are tax-based services established by local governments to generate funds dedicated to environmental land conservation in a particular community. If adopted, a Local Conservation Fund to support environmental conservation and sustainability becomes a government service, just like garbage collection, park maintenance, and road work. Typically, conservation projects are proposed by local organizations, reviewed by technical experts, and their funding allocations are decided upon by local government officials. Read more of this story on NTBC’s website.

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EVENTS & EDUCATION

FUNDING

The Fish and Wildlife Compensation Program’s 2022 grant intake is now open. All grant applications are due on Friday October 28, 2022. Find more information about the program here.

TD Friends of the Environment Foundation's next grant submission deadline is January 15, 2023. Find more information here.

The Nature Trust of BC has established two scholarships and one grant in honour of distinguished scientists and past members of our Board of Directors: the Bert Hoffmeister Scholarship at the University of British Columbia, the Dr. Ian and Joyce McTaggart-Cowan Scholarship at the University of Victoria and the Brink/McLean Grassland Conservation Fund. The Rain Garden Fund has been created thanks to their donors. See this link for information about all of NTBC's Scholarship and Funds opportunities.

The Victoria Foundation offers a variety of grant opportunities. Find out more on their website.

Vancity Savings Credit Union enviroFund™ Program encourages programs or projects that support sustainable consumption and production practices in our communities. Find more information here.

Other Resources

Environmental Dispute Resolution Fund from West Coast Environmental Law. Applications are reviewed once a month. Read more here.

Use Giveffect to create an online fundraising campaign. Visit here.

Funding: Capacity Building – Land Trust Conservation Fund
& Province of BC Gaming Branch