Tag: Creston Community Forest

Creston pilot turns forestry waste into soil product

Agriculture Storrm Lennie -
A Creston-area pilot project is turning forestry waste into a soil-enhancing product as it tests whether biochar can become a viable local industry in the Kootenays. 

Province invests in Creston soil supplement project

Economy My Creston Now Staff -
A Creston-based pilot project that converts forestry waste into a soil supplement has secured provincial funding.

Creston community forest showcased in film on wildfire resilience and local management

Environment Submitted Article -
The Creston Community Forest is taking centre stage in a new film highlighting how local forest management supports wildfire resilience, economic activity and recreation in the community.

From forest waste to farm resource

Environment Submitted Article -
The Youth Climate Corps East and West Kootenay crews launched their season by joining forces on a wildfire risk reduction project that combined on-the-ground training with climate resilience work. 

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B.C. Conservatives drop Victoria-Beacon Hill candidate over racist social media posts

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