Galiano Conservancy Association

UPCOMING EVENTS

13th Annual Musical Walkalong

Come experience nature through music and art!

Join us at the Millard learning Centre (10825 Porlier Pass Road, Galiano Island) on Sunday, August 24th from 1:30pm to 5pm, for the 13th annual Musical Walkalong!

This family-friendly event features a walking route through scenic forest trails at the Galiano Conservancy, followed by a celebration in the afternoon at the Millard Learning Centre, featuring locally made food and beverages, as well as a performance by the Coastal Blood Singers. Experience live music and art in the great outdoors, and enjoy a day filled with creativity and nature.

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.

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.

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.