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Who will be our next Project Director for our Conservation Projects? This is an exciting opportunity to advance conservation in the Átl'ka7tsem / Howe Sound region.
We hosted the BC UNESCO Biosphere Regions Feb. 26-28th for a gathering focused on reconciliation work and knowledge exchange.
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We have published a StoryMap on a remote McNab Creek valley, a small but essential watershed in West Howe Sound, as part of a new Terrestrial Atlas program.
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Monitoring for the European Green Crab has expanded in Howe Sound. There are currently five sites, plus more on the way.
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Welcome to the second installment of Isabella Johnston’s blog.
Welcome to Isabella Johnston’s blog. With funding support from the Canada Summer Jobs program, Bella, a third-year University student with a passion for sustainability, is gaining real-life experiences in the field while supporting the ongoing outreach and engagement with the community about the Biosphere.
n early April, representatives of the three BC-based UNESCO Biosphere Regions gathered for knowledge sharing within the Clayoquot Sound Biosphere Region.
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To enhance our work on Other Effective Conservation Measures (OECMS), with funding provided by Environment and Climate Change Canada, we are supporting the creation of an integrative framework for biodiversity assessment for the Átl’ka7tsem/Howe Sound Biosphere Region (AHSBR).
Átl'ka7tsem/Howe Sound has over 45 recorded fish-bearing creeks that drain into Howe Sound. We are scanning available information to we are maximizing conservation efforts to protect important fish habitat.
One year ago on September 15th, the UNESCO designation was announced. This was the beginning of the work ahead. Read more for our year in review.
Exciting News! Federal funding announced on September 1st boosts biodiversity conservation in the Átl'ka7tsem / Howe Sound biosphere region.
Monitoring of Rockfish populations in Howe Sound helps to inform conservation measures. These slow-growing fish are colourful, and their survival is an indicator of how well we are protecting our ocean.
Did you know that the Coastal Tailed and Northern Red-Legged frogs are species at risk? A team of researchers is currently working on Chá7elkwnech (Gambier Island) to gather important data, filling in gaps on the presence of species at risk.
Meet Sophie Cheshire, our summer Ambassador for the Átl'ka7tsem/Howe Sound UNESCO Biosphere Region.
Connecting youth with nature is a key goal for UNESCO Biosphere Regions and community-based learning is an objective for Capilano University. Working together we are seeing the results for students and instructors.
On March 29, 2022, representatives of twenty-one non-government nature-based organizations were welcomed to Sḵwx̱ wu7mesh Úxwumixw, TotemHall at Stamus Village in Squamish. The sun was shining and the snow-capped mountains were in full glory.
Our plan is called the Nchu’ú7mut/Unity Plan. Contents of the plan will be co-created with First Nations, multi-sectoral stakeholders, and local communities through a collaborative, participatory approach.
Live Where you Give Campaign is raising money to help find SLHAWT' (HERRING) in the Squamish Nation territory.
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In September, following the official designation announcement, we welcomed a representitive from the Canadian Commission for UNESCO and the Canadian Biosphere Reserve Network Association (CBRA).
A celebration on September 18th, 2021 was held to mark the official UNESCO designation of Átl’ka7tsem/Howe Sound as Canada’s 19th Biosphere Region. The event took place at the Gleneagles Clubhouse and Banquet Hall in West Vancouver.
A commitment to conservation and sustainable growth. As we continue our work with Átl’ka7tsem/Howe Sound, our non-profit Society is responsible for managing and maintaining the UNESCO designation. Our role is to support programs and initiatives that contribute towards the objectives and build consensus with the many sectors in the region.
Átl’ka7tsem/Howe Sound, an area renowned for its rich Indigenous culture, biodiversity and distinct geography, has become Canada’s 19th UNESCO Biosphere Region, the International Coordinating Council for the Man and Biosphere Programme (MAB-ICC) announced today.
Together with partners around the sound, we come together to share in events in celebration of UN World Oceans Day. Events for all ages starting with an Art Challenge for youth, and online events June 7th and 8th.
What is biodiversity? How can we all celebrate the UN Day for Biodiversity on May 22nd and every day.
We often have questions when walking near the water, at the beach, or on a boat. Jessica has spent hundreds of hours on and below the waters in Howe Sound. If you have a question, please ask.
In early September, the Ocean Watch Átl’ḵa7tsem/Txwnéwu7ts/Howe Sound Edition 2020 was released. Produced by Ocean Wise this report provides renewed actions the community can embrace to improve ocean health.
We have committed to creating a culture of collaboration within our governance for the Al't’ka7tsem/Howe Sound Biosphere Region. We have embedded into our constitution a Squamish Nation co-Chair role on our board. Over time we strive to attract a balance of youth, diversity, and geographic representation to our board.
The Canadian Commission for UNESCO has formally endorsed our nomination! Step three of six on the path to designation by UNESCO is complete.
On July 29th, 2020, we sent our updated nomination package off to the Canadian Commission for UNESCO (CCUNESCO). We have now completed step 2 of 5 along the path to the designation.
On Monday June 8th, Átl’ka7tsem/Howe Sound joins the rest of the world to celebrate our oceans on UN World Ocean’s Day. Marine champions in the region have organized many ways to take part in this celebration.