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Wildlife and Wildfires

Posted October 3, 2020 by Vindi Sekhon

The wildfires, north and south of Vancouver have, at times, made it hard to breathe and have given us a sense of “unease”. Even though we live in urban settings and the wildfires are hundreds of kilometers away, we still...

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Protecting Your Local Wildlife

Posted September 28, 2020 by Vindi Sekhon

Every year, approximately five billion pounds of pesticides are used to control pest populations - harming local wildlife on the ground, sea, and sky. Chemical pest control solutions are a common part of our lives - whether it is a...

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The Ultimate Quick Guide to Hummingbird Feeders

Posted September 18, 2020 by Vindi Sekhon

The Ultimate Quick Guide to Hummingbird Feeders Hummingbird feeders are a delightful addition to any backyard. If you set one up in the Lower Mainland, you can watch our native Rufous Hummingbirds and Anna’s Hummingbirds flit and feed. Ideally, all...

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Protect Your Local Wildlife

Posted September 2, 2020 by Vindi Sekhon

We are at a historic moment in time - a global pandemic has shut down borders and slowed down our world for the first time in decades, allowing us to spend more time with our loved ones. But while our...

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Specialized Treatment for Juvenile Steller’s Jay

Posted August 23, 2020 by Vindi Sekhon

Wildlife Rescue Association of BC is a leader in rehabilitating wildlife and in promoting the welfare of wild animals in urban environments. To fully execute this mission Wildlife Rescue staff and volunteers to practice species-specific care for all wildlife including...

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Rooftop Fledglings Face Challenges

Posted August 11, 2020 by Vindi Sekhon

A familiar sight on British Columbia’s coastline, gulls are both a staple and a nuisance to those in public places. No matter your stance, we can agree that gulls are a crucial part of BC’s ecosystem and biodiversity - a...

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Learn to Co-Exist With Bats!

Posted July 11, 2020 by Vindi Sekhon

LEARN ABOUT BATS As the second-largest group of mammals in the world, bats are everywhere - on every continent (except Antarctica), and in a large variety of ecosystems including deserts, isolated islands, and even polar regions. Ever since the Spanish conquistador...

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Tips to Help Save Your Local Bee Populations

Posted July 7, 2020 by Vindi Sekhon

Bees are an important part of maintaining a healthy environment. Bees help with the pollination of plants and food crops that produce fruits and seeds. Bees help restore biodiversity and support a variety of plants and wildlife. Agricultural activity, damage,...

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Celebrating World Rainforest Day

Posted June 22, 2020 by Vindi Sekhon

Home to half of the world’s species, World Rainforest Day was created in 2017, to take action to combat deforestation, reduce the effects of climate change, and protect our rainforest. World Rainforest Day aims to help restore and regenerate healthy...

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Today is North American Eagle Day!

Posted June 20, 2020 by Vindi Sekhon

Since 1995, North American Eagle Day has been celebrated across the globe. This regal bird and spiritual symbol for Indigenous people once became endangered by hunting and pesticides. After pesticides were banned, laws to protect these eagles were put in...

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