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Greater Victoria to Become An Urban Biosphere Region?

Aug 30
2 min

Greater Victoria to Become An Urban Biosphere Region?

On August 29th a remarkable gathering took place at Government House. Approxinately 60 people representing a diverse set of organizations...

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A wave of ocean awareness rolling in June 1-9, 2024

Rick Searle

May 30
1 min

A wave of ocean awareness rolling in June 1-9, 2024

Explore the Salish Sea and ocean beyond during nine days of engaging events. All life depends on the ocean. There’s no bigger reason to...

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Rick Searle

May 7
1 min

How is your zoning changing?

The Town's Zoning Bylaw page, https://www.sidney.ca/zoningbylaw provides a good overview of the changes, a copy of the draft Bylaw, and...

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Rick Searle

May 3
1 min

World Migratory Bird Day May 11th

Are you considering hosting an event on or around May 11th again this year celebrating the return of migratory birds to Canada? If you...

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Rick Searle

Apr 26
0 min

Victoria Bird Week Coming Soon!

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Tenth Annual Bird Walk and Tea April 14th

Rick Searle

Mar 28
0 min

Tenth Annual Bird Walk and Tea April 14th

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A Living Canvas: Bridging Art andRestoration for Climate Action

Rick Searle

Mar 12
0 min

A Living Canvas: Bridging Art andRestoration for Climate Action

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City Nature Challenge 2024: Greater Victoria

Rick Searle

Mar 12
2 min

City Nature Challenge 2024: Greater Victoria

April 26th - 29th: Take photos of plants and wildlife in your backyard, local park and natural areas within the capital region, and...

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Salmon Safe Eco-Certification Presentation

Rick Searle

Feb 27
1 min

Salmon Safe Eco-Certification Presentation

Join us for the next Harbour Stewardship Speaker Series event on Salmon Safe Eco-certification March 15 from 10-11:30 am at the CRD...

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Rick Searle

Feb 7
0 min

Drawing Connections Art Show

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Rick Searle

Dec 12, 2023
1 min

Connecting Canadians With Nature

Environment and Climate Change Canada recently released this very important document. Of particular significance to the partners of the...

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New Meet the Neighbirds Signs for the Victoria Harbour Migratory Bird Sanctuary

Rick Searle

Oct 2, 2023
1 min

New Meet the Neighbirds Signs for the Victoria Harbour Migratory Bird Sanctuary

Coming soon and just in time for the 100th Anniversary of the Victoria Harbour Migratory Bird Sanctuary on Oct. 23, 2023.

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Rick Searle

Aug 10, 2023
1 min

Jacques Sirois: Restoration Enthusiast

The August 2023 issue of Oak Bay Neighbours featured this profile of Jacques Sirois, chair of the Friends of Victoria Harbour Migratory...

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The Friends of Shoal Harbour Have A New Website!

Rick Searle

Jul 19, 2023
1 min

The Friends of Shoal Harbour Have A New Website!

The Friends of Shoal Harbour are pleased and excited to announce that they have just launched a new website. https://www.friendsofshoalha...

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A Multi-Cultural Cruise on the Salish Sea!

Rick Searle

Apr 21, 2023
2 min

A Multi-Cultural Cruise on the Salish Sea!

“Where flowers bloom, so does hope” – Lady Bird Johnson Some newcomer youth and families celebrated the arrival of spring by hopping on a...

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Rick Searle

Apr 18, 2023
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Join the City Nature Challenge!

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Rick Searle

Mar 29, 2023
1 min

More Owl Deaths in our Parks

To report dead wild birds, please call 1-866-431-BIRD (2473) Adapted from a Peninsula Streams and Shores notification: "In the past two...

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Southern Vancouver Island A Hot Spot for Birds But Unleashed Dogs Pose Serious Threats

Rick Searle

Jan 9, 2023
1 min

Southern Vancouver Island A Hot Spot for Birds But Unleashed Dogs Pose Serious Threats

"The dog races down the beach in joyous abandon startling the shorebirds into the sky. It’s a common sight at local beaches, despite the...

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Eagle Wing Tours Inspires Salish Sea Stewards Among School Children

Rick Searle

Dec 15, 2022
1 min

Eagle Wing Tours Inspires Salish Sea Stewards Among School Children

As reported in the Dec. 6th edition of the Oak Bay News: "Seven classes of Grade 4 and 5 students set up individual displays in the...

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Canadian Wildlife Service Releases Report on Off Leash Dogs in Bird Sanctuaries

Rick Searle

Jun 1, 2022
2 min

Canadian Wildlife Service Releases Report on Off Leash Dogs in Bird Sanctuaries

A summary of the key messages from the report are as follows: We understand that a day at the beach is a great thing for dogs and their...

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