Forests

• ‘War’ on B.C. deciduous forests: Environmental groups call for end to herbicide use

  The province sprays thousands of hectares of B.C. forest with the herbicide glyphosate, and it's causing more harm than good, Stop the Spray BC members said in Peachland.

  Fire

  Jul 5, 2024
  
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  How a new ‘nature economy’ is transforming the fight for B.C.’s ancient forests

  Some communities in Canada are embracing a 'nature economy.' It's the idea of protecting nature as a way of generating economic development.

  Environment

  Apr 20, 2023
  
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• City of Kelowna creates online survey ahead of releasing new Urban Forest Strategy

  From now until December 11th, the city wants to hear from residents on what work they feel needs to be done to Kelowna's forested areas.

  Environment

  Nov 17, 2022
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• Should nature have financial value in Canada’s accounting system? What experts say

  Experts say Canada cannot properly address climate change without recognizing the financial value of natural assets like forests and wetlands.

  Canada

  Oct 9, 2022
• Old-growth logging opponents to end B.C. highway blockades

  “Major traffic disruptions will end today,” environmental group Save Old Growth said, adding it would switch tactics to public outreach and events.

  Canada

  Jun 29, 2022
• Estuaries more efficient at capturing carbon than some forests: B.C. study

  Estuaries edged by tall grasses and wildflowers that are home to birds, crabs, tiny fish and other wildlife are more effective than young coastal forests at capturing and storing carbon dioxide, says a study.

  Environment

  May 8, 2022
• B.C. increasing forestry revenue-sharing with First Nations

  The interim measure will lead to an immediate increase of $63 million for First Nations this year.

  Politics

  Apr 27, 2022
• British Columbia moves to defer old growth forests within 2.6 million hectares of land

  Logging deferrals are seen as a temporary measure to prevent biodiversity loss while developing a new approach to sustainable forest management.

  Politics

  Nov 2, 2021
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• Thousands flee as fire devours forests, homes on Greece’s second largest island

  Greek and European officials have blamed climate change for the large number of fires in southern Europe this summer, from Italy to the Balkans, Greece and Turkey.

  World

  Aug 8, 2021
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• Gypsy moth caterpillars wreaking havoc on Kingston area forests

  Gypsy moth caterpillars have made their way to the Kingston region and are decimating forested areas. Experts say they're pesky but there are things you can minimize their impact.

  Canada

  Jun 18, 2021