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Mark your calendars! This year’s Annual General Meeting will be held via conference call onMonday, September 21 at 12:00 (PDT).
In order for us to reach quorum at the AGM, we require a minimum of 17 members in good standing (including BCLSS Directors). Please consider participating so that we can easily meet or possibly exceed this number!
Please note that nominations for the BCLSS Board of Directors are not taken from the floor at the AGM. Letters of intent and nominations can be submitted to the BCLSS at info@bclss.org by September 1, 2020. More information can be found here.
Please contact usto let us know if you are able to participate in the AGM or if you would like more information.
Secchi Dip-In Data Sheets
Did you participate in Secchi Dip-In this year? If so, please send us your data sheets as soon as possible. If you took Secchi readings as part of the BC Lake Stewardship and Monitoring Program during the month of July, please send us your clarity and temperature readings and we will include them in our final report. The Secchi Dip-In provides a snapshot of lake water quality throughout the province as well as the rest of the world. Scientists and volunteers can get a sense of how transparency varies according to water type, regional geology, and land use.
BCLSS Lake Stewardship Guidebook
In British Columbia and across Canada, people are becoming increasingly concerned about the health of lakes and watersheds. These concerns may inspire individuals and groups to take on community projects, water quality monitoring, advocacy, and education. This guidebook is based on our LakeKeepers Manual and provides general information on lake stewardship. It also provides extensive information on stewardship group formation as well as tips and resources to help keep your lake healthy. Download the Stewardship Guidebook here.
Announcements and Reminders
Alberta Lake Management Society Webinar Series This year ALMS is hosting a September webinar series with the support of Alberta Environment and Parks in lieu of their annual in-person conference.
Join ALMS online every Friday morning in September to hear from speakers from across North America on a range of exciting topics! Information and registration here.
BCWF Wetlandkeepers workshops have gone virtual! Due to COVID-19, all in-person workshops have been updated for an online setting. Participants have the opportunity to explore wetlands through games, interactive activities, and expert guest speakers. More information can be found on the BCWF website.
Community Gaming Grants - Environment Applications Community Gaming Grant Program Guidelines have been updated for 2020. Apply between July 1 and August 31 for programs that revitalize, protect, or provide education about BC's ecosystems and environment. Information on eligibility and applications can be found here.
Habitat Conservation Trust Foundation Stewardship Grants Any individual, group, or agency that has a good idea to help fish, wildlife, or habitat in BC is eligible to apply. Activities funded include projects that focus on creating stewards and engaging people to increase their knowledge, awareness, and understanding of fish, wildlife, and their habitats. Please see their website for more information.
BCLSS Annual Conference Postponed Due to COVID-19, the BCLSS Annual Conference has been postponed until 2021. We will be offering a virtual mini-symposium this fall (date TBD). More information to follow.
Not a member of the BCLSS yet? Please consider joining our network of lake stewards! For more information on the benefits of membership, please visit our website.
The BCLSS gratefully acknowledges the financial support of the Government of British Columbia through the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change Strategy and the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing.
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