Tag: Conservation

Conservation efforts add up to more than 1,000 acres of protected land on Lasqueti Island

Environment My Powell River Now Staff -
Two newly protected properties will connect the Lasqueti Island Ecological Reserve and Mount Trematon Nature Reserve, adding to more than 1,000 acres of protected land on Lasqueti Island.

Success for group looking to conserve Savary Island

News Justin Goulet -
SAVARY ISLAND, B.C. - They had a goal, and have achieved it. A group dedicated to the preservation of Savary...

First Nation Condemns Deer Killing Incident in Campbell River

News Patrick Grapes -
The We Wai Kai Nation is condemning what some call “inhumane” actions by one of its members. A viral video...

Video of Deer Killing in Campbell River Sparks Outrage

News Patrick Grapes -
“Inhumane.” That’s what some are calling the contents of a viral video of a deer being killed. The RCMP has...

Boaters reminded to give marine mammals lots of space

News Elizabeth Young -
DFO's Regional Marine Mammal Coordinator is asking people to make sure you give marine mammals a wide berth. A video...

Cougar encounters still a problem

News Justin Goulet -
Most bears have moved into their dens for the winter, but there are plenty of cougars out and about....

COS advises residents to flag fences to protect wildlife

News Justin Goulet -
Conservation Officers are reminding people to make sure fences are flagged to help protect wildlife. Deputy Chief of the BC...

Managing bear attractants

News Justin Goulet -
Residents are being reminded to properly manage attractants to avoid conflicts with bears. Francine Ulmer, Powell River Coordinator with...

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