Sierra Club BC Spotlight

Countdown to Copenhagen

On October 24, people in 181 countries came together to call for climate action. Now we have three weeks left before world leaders meet in Copenhagen to devise a new international climate action plan.

Global Salmon Action

British Columbians know first-hand the impacts of farmed salmon on our wild Sockeye, Coho and Chum. Nov 9-16 is the global week of action to protect wild salmon. See a new Canadian documentary and take action.

Strong Support for Flathead Park

A new poll shows strong support for a Flathead National Park in the BC’s East Kootenay region. The poll also found that 77 percent of local residents support wildlife sanctuaries.

Creepy Sprawlies

CRD is mulling by-laws that would allow sprawl on two thirds of its area, replacing existing forest lands with scattered, car-dependent suburbs. Let them know Hallowe'en is over and we don't want any creeping sprawl.

Sail the Great Bear

Explore the maze of fjords of the Great Bear Rainforest aboard a carbon-neutral sailboat. Experience the wilderness alive with eagles, ravens, salmon and bears, and immerse yourself in coastal First Nations cultures.

Cancel the Trophy Hunt!

Imagine the Great Bear Rainforest without bears. It's time for Environment Minister Barry Penner to cancel the trophy hunt and dedicate resources to understanding why there are so few grizzlies on our coast this year.

Row, Row, Row your Boat

No noise, fumes or pollution... just pure floating pleasure. Marie Hutchison and Harold Aune of Whitehall Rowing and Sail build sleek and sturdy boats that are fully recyclable - a green business we are proud to partner with!

Protect the Climate, Create Forestry Jobs

With one quarter of BC's timber supply munched by the beetle, the government wants to set aside reserves for intensive logging. But lighter-touch forestry holds a far better promise for both climate and jobs.

Welcome Comox Valley!

Sierra Club BC is delighted to welcome our newest local group! Formerly Courtenay River Estuary Action Committee, Sierra Comox Valley is doing great work to protect the sensitive Courtenay estuary and watershed.

Great Bear Rainforest Success!

The promise made three years ago to protect one-third of the Great Bear Rainforest has been fulfilled! Sierra Club BC played a key role in bringing about the March 31 final agreement, which lays the foundation for a conservation-based economy in the world's largest intact temperate rainforest.