General election day - Oct 20
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City of Castlegar says yes to 100% renewable energy
Last night Castlegar City Council voted yes to join the growing number of cities who are committed to transitioning to 100% renewable energy no later…
Raise a glass for the EcoSociety’s 25th anniversary!
Something’s been brewing in the woods, and it’s Nelson Brewing Company’s celebratory Spruce Tip Ale, a special batch of beer to help mark the West…
You’re Invited to our Ski & Snowboard Movie Night
2 Movies Back to Back: Nitro Snowboards: Offline & Level 1 Productions: Romance I'm very excited to announce that we are hosting two…
Two paths to protecting our forests
We recently took a group of 25 people on a guided walk of a new trail in an old forest. A few days later, a different group of people gathered in a…
Optimism and the future of food sustainability in the Kootenays.
Last week I had the pleasure of attending the Basin Food Summit in Rossland, BC. Being my first year as Markets Coordinator for the EcoSociety, it…
Green home show getting ready to energize Trail
Trail’s first ever Green Home, Energy & Transportation Show is happening November 14 at the Riverbelle. Come by to find out all about green…
A walk in the woods
On October 24, we had a fun hike in the woods to learn about the inland temperate rainforest and the plants and animals living here. 25 happy…
Voters demanded more on climate action. Now the real work starts.
The results of Canada's first climate election are in, and now the real work begins. Canadians made the climate crisis a top issue, and voters are…
It’s an honour just to be nominated
We have to say thank you to the people in the Lower Columbia. The Trail Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence Awards are tomorrow night, and we…
Be a Voter this October
It's election time and the big election day is October 21! It's that time when you vote for the candidate in your riding to become your Member of…
Climate Strike: we can change the world
On September 20th, I found myself at the front of the climate march in Nelson. Beside me stood 5 amazing youth who I had worked with for the past…
Home energy efficiency session for seniors at Nelson library
If you’re a senior and a Nelson Hydro customer, this one’s for you. On Monday, October 7, from 10 am to 2 pm, come find out about the Seniors Energy…
So many events this week!
Nelson, Castlegar, Trail, we’re coming to see you this week with these events you won’t want to miss: October 1 Nelson Public Library and Nelson at…
Experiencing an old growth forest
Living in the middle of the inland temperate rainforest, it’s easy to take giant, ancient trees for granted. We’re around them all the time. It’s…
7th Annual Nelson Green Home & Energy Show
Nelson Hydro’s EcoSave Program and the West Kootenay EcoSociety are pleased to present the 7th annual trade show event that features both green and…
Oso Negro brews special September blend for EcoSociety’s 25th anniversary
This month is your opportunity to combine two wonderful things - drinking delicious coffee and supporting the EcoSociety! The lovely people at Oso…
Jumbo Valley one step closer to being protected
Photo: Steve Shannon The Ktunaxa Nation will receive $16.1 million in federal government support to protect the Qat’muk area, also known as the…
Supporting your transition to 100% renewable energy
On Wednesday night, I attended the federal NDP’s town hall meeting in Nelson on their plan for a Green New Deal. MPs Wayne Stetski and Peter Julian…
Nelson’s MarketFest this Friday!
Come one, come all! Downtown Nelson will be bustling with artisans, community and great food this Friday August 23rd from 6-10 pm at MarketFest, and…
Nature Photographer Colin Payne Supports Old Growth Forest Campaign!
Photographs have the power to evoke emotion and change in their audience. They have the incredible ability to capture a single moment in time and…
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