SCCA Files 13 Fisheries Sensitive Watershed (FSW) nominations

FSW nominations for the Bren, Brittain, Deserted, Homathko, Orford, Sakinaw, Skwawka, Southgate, Theodosia, Toba, Tzoonie, Vancouver and Wilson watersheds have been filed with the shíshálh, Tla’amin, Klahoose and Xwémalhkwu First Nations and also with the Ministry of Forests Lands and Natural Resource Operations (MoFLNRO).

FSW designation is one possible first step towards recognition and restoration of the region’s largest salmon producing watersheds. Read the rationale for FSW designation here. You can view the relevant information attached to each nomination by following this link to our Fisheries Sensitive Watersheds page.

Last Updated: Thursday, 14 July 2016 23:05

BC initiates Implementation Planning for two coastal at-risk species

An Implementation Planning process for Marbled Murrelets and Northern Goshawks has been initiated by the Province. The first consultations with stakeholders and the public have been completed. The purpose of this process is to protect suitable habitat for these two species and satisfy provincial obligations under the federal Species At Risk Act (SARA).

The SCCA has made a submission to the Implementation Planning Team which you may view here. As well, we have published a briefing note for advocates: Law, Policy and Marbled Murrelets in the Sunshine Coast Forest District.Click here to view this document.

Currently, the SCCA has 50 Marbled Murrelet Wildlife Habitat Area nominations in process. View overview maps of these nominations here.

Last Updated: Thursday, 14 July 2016 23:14

Accepting applications for our summer student positions now!

Do you love nature and want meaningful summer employment?

We are seeking 2 outgoing, hard-working student interns as our CONSERVATION RESEARCH & OUTREACH COORDINATORS.
Full job description here.

Deadline to apply: Saturday, April 30, 2016
Dates of employment:  May 24 - August 30 (flexible)
Wage & hours:  $12.00 / hr, approx. 35 hrs / week


*Must be a student 15 to 30 years of age, returning to full time studies in the fall. 

To apply, send cover letter, resume and 3 reference contacts to:  office@thescca.ca.
Aboriginal and visible minority students are encouraged to apply.

Last Updated: Thursday, 21 April 2016 23:19

Letter to Sechelt Indian Band

The SCCA is honoured and pleased to announce the award of the 2016 John Hind-Smith Award to the shíshálh Nation Elders, Council and Members for outstanding environmental stewardship. 
 
We invite the community to join us at the Award Ceremony and Celebration on SATURDAY, MARCH 12th, 3 - 6 pm at the SIB Hall.  We will feast in celebration. Please bring a potluck item to share to augment our salmon dinner!
 
For more information contact info@thescca.ca

Click here to read the letter to Chief Craigan and Council
Last Updated: Monday, 08 February 2016 21:01