As my last week as TLC’s communications intern comes to an end, I want to thank everyone who made this experience so great. I’ve thoroughly enjoyed keeping you all updated on the goings-on of TLC, where there always seems to be something happening! Working alongside this supportive group of people has been truly inspring, and [...]
The winner of our July giveaway was @Daisy61230818 ! Here are some photo she sent us of a bee pond, leaf stenciling, plant pressing, and during a river walk – where she spotted a deer, a dragonfly, and a fox! Her dog also managed to get in on the action and found a “sit spot” [...]
TLC’s visit to our Second Lake property last week focused on building a current baseline for the area. Second Lake is located in the Coastal Douglas Fir biogeoclimatic zone, with three broad habitats; Douglas fir / arbutus, the lake, and the wetlands that surround it. This property is part of a large greenbelt consisting of [...]
Last week, TLC visited the Ruby Alton Nature Reserve on Salt Spring Island. This conservation covenant is jointly held by TLC and Salt Spring Island Conservancy and is located near the head of Fulford Harbour. It contains a beautiful stretch of rocky beach, and much of the property is covered in mature second growth forest [...]
Calling all art lovers and artists who have been participating in the Artists in the Garden Program! There will be an art fundraiser held at the Abkhazi Garden throughout the late summer and fall. Featured art will be original pieces from local artists. 50% of the proceeds will go to TLC, while the other 50% [...]
Last week, TLC visited the Langvista covenant. While the surrounding area has undergone development, the Langvista development owner chose to keep this natural space for protection and enjoyment 🌳 The covenanted area consists of Garry oak, arbutus and mature Douglas fir trees. Garry oak ecosystems are one of the most endangered ecosystems in Canada, making [...]
Today is World Orca Day! Did you know that there are three different eco-types of orca that exist off the coast of British Columbia, known as offshores, transients and residents? The Resident killer whales are divided into north and south populations and are known to be particularly vocal while travelling in tight-knit pods. Unlike other [...]
Recently, TLC's Cathy Armstrong was featured in a series by Destination Greater Victoria; created in partnership with CHEK news, the goal of this video was to highlight the benefits of tourism in the community. The clip was filmed at Abkhazi Garden, one of TLC's properties where donations are accepted from visitors. All donations received [...]
Last week, we celebrated raising over 85% of our current matching gift to support the registration of a conservation covenant and restoration work on SISȻENEM (Halibut Island). After having reached our previous goal of $60,000, another donor stepped forward to match a further $15,000 dollar for dollar – and we are now less than $2,200 [...]
Welcome to Plastic Free July! Much of TLC’s work strives to protect wildlife and their habitats from anthropogenic disturbance. However, there are external factors that can hinder this process – plastic waste pollution being among them. Canadians generate an estimated 3.3 million tonnes of plastic waste per year; 2.8 million tonnes of which ends up [...]