On a recent trip to Peace Arch Provincial Park, newcomers to BC gathered for a day of connection, exploration, and fun. For many families, it was their first opportunity to experience the beauty of one of BC’s provincial parks. They stood beneath the iconic Peace Arch, engraved with the words “Children of a Common Mother.” This unique cross-border park reflects the spirit of unity and belonging—a sentiment especially meaningful for families starting fresh in a new country. At BC Parks Foundation, we are proud to support these experiences through our Spark Fund, ensuring that nature is a place for everyone to connect, thrive, and feel joy. As we celebrate Black History Month, we recognize the Black communities whose presence and stories enrich our communities and the beauty of our parks and protected places. Together, we can create opportunities for all communities to experience the transformative power of nature. Read more about MOSAIC (@MOSAICBC) and how you can support programs like this:

JUST ANNOUNCED: Beautiful Waterfront on Saturna Island Protected—Forever! Thanks to an incredible community effort, 372 acres of pristine waterfront, old-growth trees, and Garry Oak meadows on Saturna Island are now safeguarded for future generations. A huge thank you to the original landowner’s family, Wilson 5 Foundation, @environmentca, BC Marine Parks Forever Society, Ilka and Allen Olsen, the Bloom Alter Ego Trust, and all the supporters who helped make this possible! Learn more here: 📽️ Watch CEO Andy Day share more about this win, and what we can accomplish when we come together around the things we value.

Check out the stunning biodiversity and these views from Saturna Island 😍 We’re raising $500,000 to protect THIS beautiful 372-acre parcel of oceanfront land on Saturna Island. Every dollar you give will be matched by a generous donor, so please consider joining our effort and donating today: Photos by Nancy Angermeyer

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JUST ANNOUNCED 🚨 The protection of Western Painted Turtles though the largest expansion of Rosebud Lake Regional Park in its 30-year history, expanding the park from 16 hectares to more than 80. That’s five times its current size! This expansion brings much of the lake’s shoreline into the regional park. The shoreline and the upland leading into it are crucial for Western Painted Turtles, which make their home in this part of British Columbia and are the only native freshwater turtle species in BC. “We purchased this land and protected vulnerable nesting sites to give the Western Painted Turtles a better chance of hatching and surviving to adulthood. This announcement reflects our community’s commitment to provide opportunities for people to enjoy BC while conserving the incredible diversity of other species that also live here.” - Andy Day, CEO, BC Parks Foundation Learn more: @environmentca @RDofCK

“We are always thinking about ways that everyone can experience BC’s fabulous parks,” says Aaron Butcher, Discover Trails Coordinator at BC Parks Foundation. “That led us to think ‘if we can’t get them to parks, how can we get parks to them?” Now you can explore BC Parks from your home with our Discover Parks Virtual Tours! Read more about how - and why - we created these virtual tours 👇

We’re hiring! Join us as Executive Administrator, where you’ll administer the office of the CEO and support the Board in its governance capacity. Apply now to be part of our dynamic team:

Thanks to Gulf Island Driftwood (@GIDriftwood) for promoting our crowdfunding campaign! Supporters have raised 40% of the needed funds. The deadline is February 4, please consider giving today. 🌲

Start the week with the golden glow of E.C. Manning Park! #LandscapeMonday Photos by Luiz Pereia 📸

WE’RE HIRING! Join us as a Discover Parks Ambassador at Goldstream Park from March to December 2025. We are seeking energetic, motivated individuals with a deep respect for the natural environment to deliver fun, educational programs in Goldstream Park, ensuring a welcoming and engaging experience at the Goldstream Nature House. This 9-month position encompasses three unique programming seasons: spring, summer, and fall salmon run programs. Learn more and apply today by visiting

Last summer, the Native Bee Society of BC invited nature lovers to BC Parks on a ‘bee-venture’! 🐝 Supported by the Spark Fund, this pilot project took visitors to E.C. Manning, Blanket Creek, and Kokanee Creek Parks, where they helped track the threatened Western Bumble Bee on bee walks and bioblitzes. Observations shared through iNaturalist will help deepen our understanding of these vital pollinators and the wildflowers they forage. With bee BINGO cards in hand, participants learned to identify bees in a fun and accessible way, contributing to community science. A huge thank you to Teck (@TeckResources) for supporting this initiative! Together, we’re creating hands-on ways to connect people with the natural world and our buzzing friends in BC Parks.

“My father spent every moment he could exploring the property, maintaining the land, and gazing out at the ocean and the incredible views. One fond memory I have is camping at Cactus Point, the stunning rocky tip at the property's edge. We were fortunate enough to see a pod of orcas passing by; it was a special moment that epitomizes how unique this place is, and why my father loved it so much.” We’re raising $500,000 to protect this beautiful 372-acre parcel of oceanfront land on Saturna Island. Every dollar you give will be matched by a generous donor, so please consider joining our effort and donating today:

For many newcomers, adjusting to life in a new country can feel overwhelming. But in BC’s natural spaces, they’re finding something extraordinary: healing, connection, and a sense of belonging. 💚 Through BC Parks Foundation’s Spark Fund, this day gave newcomers more than just a break—it gave them a chance to feel at home. Read more at

You can kick off 2025 knowing you helped preserve a natural treasure. Together, we can protect 226 acres of coastal beauty on Saturna Island—forever. Please consider joining in our crowdfunding campaign! Donate today and your gift will be matched dollar for dollar. 💚 Join us:

Start 2025 on the right foot. Then the left! Ring in the new year with a First Day Hike. 🌲 ⚠️ Remember to make a trip plan, train for the conditions, pack the essentials, and check Park Alerts & Conditions before visiting.

🌲 Celebrating 2024! 🌲 This year, you made an incredible difference across BC’s Parks and protected areas, reaching new heights in conservation, connection, and restoration. 🎥 Watch our Year in Review and celebrate five remarkable highlights you’ve achieved. It's all about the power of many people, from all walks of life, working together to do truly great things. 💚 We're so excited to continue the journey with you in 2025. Your support makes it all possible!

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🚨 Double your impact! 🚨 Please consider joining our crowdfunding effort to protect a stunning 226-acre parcel of oceanfront property on Saturna Island! Every dollar you give will be matched, up to $500,000. This is about the power of many people, from all walks of life, doing something great together to preserve this irreplaceable natural treasure for now, for all, for always. 💚 Will you help us meet our February 4 deadline? Learn more about this special place and make a gift today: