Environment

Environment

BC extends old growth deferral in Fairy Creek

Forest minister faces new challenges in a sector already in flux

Environment

Multiple conservation groups sue Feds over delay in protecting Southern Resident killer whales

Robyn Bell
January 30, 2025

The groups argue that DFO and the environment ministry must recommend an emergency order to cabinet immediately.

Environment

Salmon numbers are up at Goldstream—but development could threaten conservation efforts

Robyn Bell
January 15, 2025

The planned $162M median expansion of the Malahat Corridor could result in loss of trees and hotter stream temperatures, says First Nation.

Environment

Island researchers create online tool to make boat cleaning less toxic

VIU chemists have teamed up with the Pacific Salmon Foundation to guide boaters to "cleaner" cleaning products

Environment

Troubled waters: Intermittent pollution in Bowker Creek a mystery

Robyn Bell
December 9, 2024

While the contaminant has not been identified, construction runoff is likely, says conservation organization

Environment

How a river became a person—with help from UVic environmental lawyers

Mark Brennae
November 17, 2024

Peruvian-Canadian doc that helped shape key Amazon case screens Nov. 18 at Cinecenta

Environment

Winners of 2024 Ecostar Awards announced

Robyn Bell
November 15, 2024

All 15 winners have contributed to making Vancouver Island a greener, more sustainable place to live and travel.

Environment

Where to see the fall colours in Greater Victoria

Robyn Bell
November 1, 2024

As the seasons change, check out these colourful destinations for your next fall stroll