Wetlands are disappearing fast all over the world. They often seem insignificant patches of land, scrubby and marshy – but they are vital to our entire water systems by filtering out pollutants and stabilizing water temperature and flow. They are … Read More “Myrtle Creek Update”
Stillwater Bluffs, south of Powell River, is one of the top five sites earmarked as priorities for parks acquisition by the Powell River Regional District. Friends of Stillwater Bluffs and the Ancient Forest Alliance, recently held a press conference at … Read More “Residents call to preserve Stillwater Bluffs”
Residents call to preserve Stillwater Bluffs Read More
The Future of Howe Sound Society has send a submission to the Canadian Environmental Assessment Agency in response to their request for public comment on the proposed Burnco Aggregate Mine Project at McNab Creek.
This proposal for a rock and … Read More “FHSS responds to Burnco Proposal”
FHSS responds to Burnco Proposal Read More
On June 12, 2011 a public grand opening was held for a new shelter hut on Manzanita Bluff, constructed by the Powell River Parks and Wilderness Society (PRPAWS ) on the Sunshine Coast Trail .
Sixth Trail Cabin Opens Read More
The Town of Gibsons is now receiving comments from the public on the draft Gospel Rock Neighbourhood Plan. Your written comments to the Town are critical for achieving a positive outcome to the planning process.
The SCCA has written a … Read More “Gospel Rock Recommendations”
Gospel Rock Recommendations Read More
The Council of Senior Citizens Organizations (COSCO) Sunshine Coast Branch is seeking the support of Gibsons Council in prohibiting or limiting the Howe Sound Pulp and Paper (HSPP) mill from burning certain toxic materials. HSPP is currently seeking an amended … Read More “COSCO asks Gibsons to oppose HSPP burning”
COSCO asks Gibsons to oppose HSPP burning Read More
The Food Action Network and One Straw Society are jointly presenting a Seed Saving Workshop with local seedswomen on Sunday, November 21, 2010 from 10 am to 2 pm. This event will feature Robin Wheeler from Edible Landscapes; Maria Hunter … Read More “Seed Saving Workshop in Sechelt”
Seed Saving Workshop in Sechelt Read More
Thanks to the work of many individuals and groups, the Powell River Parks and Wilderness Society will receive $1.5 million from the Island Coastal Economic Trust (ICET) to make improvements on the Sunshine Coast Trail.
The project will involve … Read More “Sunshine Coast Trail to Receive Funding”
Sunshine Coast Trail to Receive Funding Read More
The Ruby Lake Lagoon Society is sponsoring a habitat and trail restoration workparty at Mixal Creek on Sunday, September 28 in honour of BC Rivers Day.
Anyone who is interested in taking part should meet the group at 9:30 … Read More “Mixal Creek Habitat Restoration”
Mixal Creek Habitat Restoration Read More
Gambier Island’s first protected area network is now complete with the transfer of 107 hectares (264 acres) from the Province of British Columbia to the Islands Trust Fund through the provincial Free Crown Grant program. The new Mount Artaban Nature … Read More “Protected Area Network on Gambier Announced”
Protected Area Network on Gambier Announced Read More
