Galiano Conservancy Association

BUILDING LOCAL PARTNERSHIPS AND RESILIENCE

Introducing the "Restoring the Balance" Project

The Restoring the Balance project is a new partnership with Indigenous community members that will combine traditional knowledge with conservation efforts to steward more inclusive, biodiverse and sustainable forest ecosystems on Galiano Island.

CLIMATE ACTION

Water Conservation Rebates

As the climate continues to warm, seasonal drought and water scarcity are likely to increase in duration and severity here on Galiano. Conserving water is a simple and highly effective means of increasing community and ecosystem resilience in the face of climate change.

The GCA is supporting local water conservation efforts with two rebate programs. Receive $250 for installing a water meter at your residence or business, and up to $500 for installing a new rainwater collection cistern.

LAND STEWARDSHIP

Major Win for Old Growth Conservation on Galiano!

The Galiano Conservancy Association (GCA) is delighted to announce the protection of 42 hectares (103.5 acres) of ecologically diverse mature and old-growth coastal Douglas-fir forest on Galiano Island through the creation of the Talking Trees Nature Reserve. This waterfront parcel protects 600 metres of undeveloped rocky shoreline and rare habitats including coastal bluffs, Garry oak woodlands, wetlands and riparian forest.

LAND STEWARDSHIP

Protecting Quadra Hill & the Mt. Sutil Extension

Great news for BC conservation: We’re thrilled to announce the recent acquisition of two properties on Galiano Island, allowing us to protect unique ecosystems that are critical for supporting biodiversity and storing carbon.

ECOLOGICAL RESTORATION

Restoring the Chrystal Creek Watershed

After five years of dedicated work, we’ve finally restored natural hydrology to the entirety of the 26 ha Chrystal Creek watershed at the Millard Learning Centre. The ecosystem is now on a solid pathway to recovery, with Species at Risk already using the new wetlands to breed!