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Ocean Festival Gratitude 💙
The 2025 Sunshine Coast Ocean Festival was a true community celebration — a week of ocean storytelling, learning, and connection made possible by an extraordinary collective effort. We extend our heartfelt thanks to the dozens of contributors who brought the 2025 Festival to life: Our talented film festival programmer, website designer, and graphic artist, Billie […]
Celebrating Ocean Connection: Highlights from the 2025 Sunshine Coast Ocean Festival
The 2025 Sunshine Coast Ocean Festival was an inspiring week of connection, learning, and action — and we’re still riding the wave of energy and gratitude our community created. Over eight days, the Festival brought together marine scientists, Indigenous knowledge holders, local artists, youth leaders, conservationists, and ocean lovers of all ages. Together, we dove […]
Sunshine Coast Ocean Festival June 1-8, 2025. Save the Dates.
Dive In. Explore. Connect. Join us June 1–8, 2025, for a free, week-long celebration of our ocean and coastline. Hosted by the Sunshine Coast Conservation Association and RhizomeUp! Media, the 6th annual Sunshine Coast Ocean Festival is packed with films, talks, science, and celebration—all in honour of United Nations World Ocean Day. DIVE IN, […]
Speak Up on BCTS Logging Plans
Hundreds of hectares of Sunshine Coast forests – some above your drinking water – are about to be auctioned for logging. Speak out by Friday May 16, 2025!
Summary of Federal Candidates Meeting on the Environment & Climate Crisis
On April 9th, the Sunshine Coast Conservation Association (SCCA) and Seniors for Climate hosted a dynamic and engaging Federal Candidates Meeting, highlighting key environmental issues that will shape the 2025 federal election. The event brought together candidates from the Liberal, Green, New Democratic, and People’s Parties. The candidates presented their visions for environmental protection, sustainability, […]
Get Ready to Vote!
Get Ready to Vote! On April 28, 2025, Canadians will head to the polls to vote in the federal election. This election will be pivotal in shaping the future of our communities and deciding the fate of the natural environment. Who Can Vote To vote at the upcoming federal election you must meet the following […]
Part Two: The Future of Sechelt OCP Process
Back in February, we invited our community to attend the first public workshop for the District of Sechelt’s Official Community Plan (OCP) update—a chance to help shape how Sechelt grows, protects nature, and responds to climate change. If you missed that post, you can read it here: The Future of Sechelt: Your Opportunity to Shape […]
Discover the Wonders of the Salish Sea
The Sunshine Coast Conservation Association is thrilled to promote an upcoming online event series that celebrates the incredible biodiversity and beauty of our shared coastal home. Wonders of the Salish Sea, hosted by Transition Salt Spring, is a four-part educational series designed for adults who are curious about the natural world, eager to deepen their […]
Help Shape Gibsons’ Urban Forest Plan
The Town of Gibsons has released its first-ever Urban Forest Plan to protect and expand the tree canopy within the Town. It is currently collecting public feedback through a community survey until March 18. This is your chance to help ensure that bold, science-based solutions guide the future of Gibsons’ forests. Why Does This Matter? […]