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 [...]
Hello everyone! My name is Kayla Jones, and I am the new Communications Intern here at TLC! My educational background is in Geography, and I am passionate about environmental stewardship and exploring wild spaces. I will be working with TLC for 8 weeks as part of the government-funded Canada Summer Jobs Program. I am so [...]
In the spring 2021 edition of TLC's LANDmark newsletter you'll read about TLC's latest projects including a LANDmark partnership agreement, activities in the Millstream Creek Watershed, and more! View current and previous editions of the LANDmark on TLC’s website at http://conservancy.bc.ca/about/landmark/.
NEWS RELEASE TLC TO TRANSFER SISȻENEM (HALIBUT ISLAND) TO W̱SÁNEĆ LEADERSHIP COUNCIL Charity raises more than $1.55M to purchase and protect the ecological and cultural gem FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: February 26, 2021 Victoria, BC – The Land Conservancy of British Columbia (TLC) and the W̱SÁNEĆ Leadership Council are pleased to announce a landmark partnership [...]
Exciting news from one of TLC’s newest projects, the Millstream Creek Watershed. The 27-acre Coastal Douglas-fir ecosystem property in the District of Highlands on southern Vancouver Island, was successfully protected this winter after astounding member and donor support. In partnership with the Goldstream Salmon Hatchery, Peninsula Streams Society, Tsartlip First Nation, and Greater Victoria [...]
For Immediate Release MILLSTREAM CREEK WATERSHED PROPERTY PROTECTED Charity acquires 11.1 hectares of Coastal Douglas-fir ecosystem in the District of Highlands JANUARY 18, 2021, VICTORIA, BC – The Land Conservancy of BC (TLC) is pleased to announce the successful fundraising for and acquisition of 11.1 hectares (27 acres) of Coastal Douglas-fir (CDF) ecosystem in [...]