Science

Developing a "science-based" approach to conservation means providing scientific information for planning, setting priorities, implementing activities, and evaluating efforts. Active habitat and species research is being conducted in this…

Outreach Team

The Outreach team provides opportunities for the public, industry groups, planners and local government to learn more about the species, habitats, and conservation priorities of our region. Activities include: Annual Meadowlark Festival Wildlife…

Habitat Securement Team

The Habitat Securement Team works cooperatively to protect and enhance natural habitats and secure land for the benefit of future generations. There are currently over 54,000 hectares of  land for conservation in the region. Team partners…

Stewardship Team

The members of the Stewardship Team work with owners and managers of private land to support their voluntary stewardship efforts. Projects include: Habitat enhancement and restoration protecting rare habitats and species Partnerships with…

Traditional Ecological Knowledge (TEK) Team

Traditional Ecological Knowledge encompasses the Syilx worldview of the land and all living things upon it. The Syilx people have long been a part of the health of the land and wish to be engaged in decision-making affecting the land…

Land Use Team

The team works on several fronts to improve local land use planning capacity. Focus in recent years as been on providing baseline scientific information to local governments, providing technical support to planners, including up to date maps…