BC Conservation Foundation offices will be closed on Wednesday, September 30, 2026 for the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, to honor the lost children and survivors of residential schools, their families and communities.
We recognize the importance of putting reconciliation into action.
We encourage everyone on our team to strengthen relationships with Indigenous folks and learn more about their communities, culture and history.
This is a day to reflect, engage and learn about BC’s colonial history and how our laws and practices continue to impact Indigenous communities.
As a settler organization of conservationists and land stewards working to make our land more inclusive, equitable, liveable and resilient, we are committed to collaborating with Indigenous communities and institutions to help build shared understanding and transform the way we interact with fish, wildlife and the land.
We encourage all of our staff, board and volunteers to use this day for reflection and to learn about our past while looking towards new possibilities with Indigenous people in the future.
We have compiled a list of resources to provide background and more information on National Truth and Reconciliation Day.
We have listed some events near our offices below.
We encourage you to attend events in your local community and take time to reflect on the meaning of this special day.
Learn about the 94 Calls to Action from the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada, which outline steps for addressing the legacy of residential schools and advancing reconciliation.
Discover the history behind the Orange Shirt Campaign, a movement that commemorates the experiences of Indigenous children who were sent to residential schools and promotes the message that “Every Child Matters.”
Explore a curated list of books by Indigenous authors available at Surrey Library. These books offer diverse perspectives and stories that enrich our understanding of Indigenous cultures and histories.
Browse the list of funded projects taking place throughout the month of September, to listen, learn and reflect on the history and legacy of Canada’s residential school system
Check out Vancouver's best places webpages for local events across the lower mainland listed on that commemorate the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. Engage with community activities and learn more about the path to reconciliation.
The Kamloops Film Society & Tk’emlúps te Secwépemc are presenting the 5th annual Stseptékwles re Sk’elép (Coyote Stories) Indigenous Film Festival at the Paramount Theatre on September 25 – 27, 2026
The British Columbia Conservation Foundation invites members to attend its Annual General Meeting (AGM), which will be held virtually by Microsoft Teams on Wednesday, September 9, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. PDT.
The meeting will include the following business:
Receive the Foundation’s audited financial statements for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2026;
Elect Directors of the Foundation;
Appoint the Foundation’s auditors for the coming year;
Conduct any other business that may properly come before the meeting.
RSVP and Membership Information
Individuals may apply for membership in the Foundation. Membership becomes effective once the Board accepts the application and the membership dues are paid.
To attend the AGM, please RSVP to dclark@bccf.com by 3:00 p.m. PDT on Monday, September 7, 2026. Please include your name, address, email address, and telephone number.
The annual membership fee is $1.00. Payment may be made by mail or by e-transfer.
To pay by mail, please send payment to:
BC CONSERVATION FOUNDATION 206-17564 56A AVE SURREY BC V3S 1G3
Please include a note with your name and indicate that the payment is for the membership fee.
To pay by e-transfer, send payment to transfers@bccf.com. In the message section, please write “[Your Name] membership” and set the security question. After sending the e-transfer, please email dmcnicol@bccf.com with confirmation of your payment and the security answer.
By order of the Board Darlene Clark President, BCCF
BCCF is one of British Columbia's leading conservation organizations, dedicated to conserving and enhancing the province's fish, wildlife, habitats, and natural ecosystems through science, stewardship, education, and collaboration. Our work is made possible through strong partnerships with Indigenous communities, governments, industry, donors, conservation organizations, and dedicated staff.
As Managing Director, you will provide strategic leadership while ensuring operational excellence across the organization. Reporting to the Board of Directors, you will lead a talented team, oversee organizational performance, strengthen financial sustainability, support sound governance, and foster a culture of integrity, collaboration, accountability, and innovation that strengthens conservation outcomes across the province.
This is an exceptional opportunity for an accomplished executive who is passionate about conservation and experienced in leading complex organizations. The successful candidate will demonstrate strategic thinking, strong financial and operational leadership, exceptional relationship-building skills, and a commitment to advancing BCCF's mission and values.
We invite applications from individuals who share our vision of healthy ecosystems, thriving wildlife populations, and sustainable conservation for future generations.
We are looking for a visionary, ethical, and results-oriented leader who is committed to accountability, innovation, transparency, and building high-performing teams
Thank you for considering this opportunity to help shape the future of conservation in British Columbia. We look forward to learning more about your experience and leadership.
NOTICE is hereby given that the Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the members of The British Columbia Conservation Foundation (the “Foundation”) is called and will be held virtually on the 10th day of June 2026, at 7:00 pm (PDT) on MS Teams for the following purposes:
1. To receive the audited financial statements of the Foundation for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2026;
2. To elect Directors of the Foundation;
3. To appoint the Auditors of the Foundation for the ensuing year;
4. To transact such other business as may properly be brought before the meeting.
TO RSVP:
1. A person may apply to the Board for membership in the Foundation, and the person becomes a member on the Board’s acceptance of the application and membership dues.
2. Please RSVP and to apply for membership send to dclark884@gmail.com or jl56j1@telus.net with your name, address, email and telephone number if you plan to attend the AGM by the 9th day of June 2026 by 3:00 pm (PDT) prior to the commencement thereof
3. Membership is $1.00 and payment can be sent by mail to our office by Canada Post or via e-transfer
NOTE: Public Notice – AGM Postponement
The BC Conservation Foundation’s Annual General Meeting, originally scheduled for Wednesday, June 10 at 7:00 PM, has been postponed. A new date and time will be announced soon.
British Columbia Conservation Foundation’s Board of Directors announced three successful recipients for the Community Conservation Fund totaling $19,145.
A diverse range of applications were submitted from across the province, encompassing initiatives focused on community-based environmental education, collaboration, and habitat conservation. The Community Conservation Fund Committee evaluates proposals based on alignment with the BC Conservation Foundation’s mission to support community-based conservation efforts, addressing key needs or knowledge gaps, organizational capacity, and innovation. Collaboration with other groups, particularly with Indigenous communities, and the project's long-term impact are also important.
Successful proposals include the following:
1) Land, Life and Legacy – École Citadel Middle School
École Citadel Middle School is creating a Gathering Garden to engage students in land-based learning and conservation. Their Gathering Garden will serve as an outdoor classroom where students in grades 6-8 learn about native plants, pollinator habitats, and keystone species.
Through hands-on activities such as planting, seed harvesting, and seed sharing, students will deepen their understanding of biodiversity and ecological stewardship. The garden will also be accessible to community members, enhancing local green space and supporting wildlife corridors in this urban-wildlife interface.
The intended outcome is to foster a sense of environmental responsibility and connection to the land, empowering youth to recognize how small actions, like planting and sharing seeds, can contribute to long-term conservation efforts.
Award – $4,145
2) Native Plants for Native Pollinators, Community Restoration Support - Kootenay Native Plant Society
Native Plants for Native Pollinators provides regionally-appropriate native pollinator plants and guidance to community-led restoration projects across the West Kootenay region. Building on a successful 2024 pilot ("Milkweed and Monarchs"), this year's theme is "Pollination Partners: Specialist Bees & Western Bumblebee Edition."
The project draws on KNPS's five-year Pollination Pathway program, which documents plant-pollinator networks identifying high-value species unique to the West Kootenay and its diverse bee communities. Specialist bees are key ecological indicators whose survival depends on specific native plants, providing a powerful lens for targeted restoration.
By supplying no-cost, locally-sourced ecotype plant kits to supplement existing plantings, the project removes a major barrier to restoration: access to appropriate native plants. Participants will contribute observations to iNaturalist, helping fill regional monitoring gaps.
This project strengthens ecological literacy, increases stewardship capacity, enhances pollinator habitat, and builds a scalable, community-led model for native plant conservation grounded in local research and connectivity.
Award – $10,000
3) EduWild Biodiversity Monitoring Project – Telkwa Community Initiatives Society
Initiated in 2024 in the Bulkley Valley, the EduWild Project aims to involve local students and citizens in an educational wildlife monitoring project that will provide valuable data to assess the long-term health of our local ecosystems.
This initiative seeks to 1) engage local students and residents in hands-on, place-based learning about our local wildlife, 2) collect long-term wildlife monitoring data for the Bulkley Valley, and 3) provide this data in an open-access global database that can be used by scientists, regional planners, and forest management personnel, as well as by the students themselves!
Class projects and science fair projects are encouraged, as well as in-class use of data by teachers. The EduWild project/data is currently managed by Dr. Petra McDougall (PhD, Wildlife Biology).
Award – $5,000
Media Contact: Deborah McNicol Director of Finance (604) 576-1433 ext. 314 dmcnicol@bccf.com
About us: The BC Conservation Foundation promotes thriving fish and wildlife populations through education, collaboration and habitat conservation. We do this by managing projects and initiatives on behalf of key stakeholders and running our own signature programs, such as the Community Conservation Fund. For more information, please visit www.bccf.com.
