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Habitat Conservation Trust Foundation

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Environmental granting organization in British Columbia. We fund fish, wildlife and habitat projects, as well as stewardship & environmental education programs. https://hctf.ca/

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Habitat Conservation Trust Foundation @hctfbc.bsky.social · Apr 28

HCTF is proud to announce over $8.6 million in funding for 110 conservation projects throughout British Columbia.

See the complete list of HCTF-funded projects and learn more about the conservation work being done near you, view the 25-26 Approved Project List.

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HCTF Approves $8.6 Million for Fish & Wildlife Conservation Projects - Habitat Conservation Trust Foundation

HCTF is proud to announce over $8.6 million in funding for 110 conservation projects throughout British Columbia.

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Habitat Conservation Trust Foundation @hctfbc.bsky.social · 15d

Proud to support future environmental professionals like these students!

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Seven TRU students awarded prestigious conservation scholarships from HCTF - Campus Life - Kamloops

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Habitat Conservation Trust Foundation @hctfbc.bsky.social · 15d

Thanks to GO Grants, students across BC are exploring wetlands, forests, and shorelines this fall! 🚌

These grants help fund hands-on learning experiences that bring conservation to life. Applications for our February intake of GO Grants are open now, so don’t miss out on this great opportunity!

Habitat Conservation Trust Foundation @hctfbc.bsky.social · 21d

Applications are now open for HCTF’s Land Stewardship Grant!

This grant provides 3 years of funding for operations and management activities on lands owned OR managed by non-governmental organizations.

Applications close Nov 7 @ 4:30pm.
Learn more: https://hctf.ca/grants/land-stewardship-grants/

Habitat Conservation Trust Foundation @hctfbc.bsky.social · 23d

🟠Get outdoors and reflect on how we are connected to and are part of nature

Habitat Conservation Trust Foundation @hctfbc.bsky.social · 23d

We invite you to:

🟠Attend an Indigenous-led event in your community: www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/...

🟠Take a moment to read and reflect on the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action: www2.gov.bc.ca/assets/gov/b...

National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

B.C. is committed to supporting First Nations-led strategies to identify, investigate, protect and commemorate the sites of former residential schools and hospitals in B.C. and providing the mental he...

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Habitat Conservation Trust Foundation @hctfbc.bsky.social · 23d

On Sept 30 we recognize and reflect on the strength, knowledge, and leadership of Indigenous communities. National Day for Truth and Reconciliation offers an opportunity to learn from history to guide our ongoing work in reconciliation, as we work together to protect BC’s fish wildlife and habitat.

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Habitat Conservation Trust Foundation @hctfbc.bsky.social · Sep 16

To learn more about the T4W scholarship head to our website: hctf.ca
and to learn more about the T4W initiative go to: lnkd.in/gXEtfpbv

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Habitat Conservation Trust Foundation @hctfbc.bsky.social · Sep 16

Congratulations to each recipient, your work is helping build a more resilient and sustainable future for B.C.’s natural heritage! 🎉

Over the coming months we will be highlighting these students so stay tuned to learn more about their amazing work!

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Habitat Conservation Trust Foundation @hctfbc.bsky.social · Sep 16

🎉This years recipients: 🎉

Mitchell Brunet
Melissa Butynski
Westin Creyke
Nathan Earley
Johanna Griggs
Sima Khanal
Zoe Konaz
Danny McNeil-Willmott
Yaelle Sarid-Segal
Robyn Stack

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Habitat Conservation Trust Foundation @hctfbc.bsky.social · Sep 16

HCTF, in partnership with the First Nations–B.C. Wildlife and Habitat Conservation Forum and the Province of British Columbia, is proud to announce this year’s Together for Wildlife Scholarship recipients.

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Habitat Conservation Trust Foundation @hctfbc.bsky.social · Sep 15

The Don McCubbing Scholarship is available for B.C. undergraduates completing an honours thesis or directed studies research project in their fourth year of a B.Sc. program. 📚

Don McCubbing Recipients: Tlell Schreiner, Emma Richardson, Johanne Marshall, Caio Nicholson de Figueiroa, and Robin Jans.

Habitat Conservation Trust Foundation @hctfbc.bsky.social · Sep 15

The Al Martin Conservation Scholarship supports graduate students passionate about fish and wildlife conservation and management in B.C. 🌿

Al Martin Recipients: Oliver Jumeau, Alicia Woods, Noa Mayer, Torrie Nicholas, Larisa Murdoch, Grace Melchers, Julie Thomas, Selena Carl, and Shannon Werden.

Habitat Conservation Trust Foundation @hctfbc.bsky.social · Sep 15

🎉 We’re excited to celebrate the 2025 Al Martin and Don McCubbing Scholarship recipients! 🎉

Congratulations to all our scholarship recipients! Over the coming months, we’ll be highlighting their inspiring projects so stay tuned to learn more about their work.

Habitat Conservation Trust Foundation @hctfbc.bsky.social · Sep 5

Want to stay up to date on B.C. conservation?

Check out the HCTF Newsletter! It chock full of information about HCTF funded projects, deadline updates and other interesting stories!

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Habitat Conservation Trust Foundation @hctfbc.bsky.social · Jul 29

A new wildlife overpass was built near Radium Hot Springs to help protect one of BC’s bighorn sheep herds!

The Shuswap Band produced this incredible video to showcase the work being done to protect the herd.

HCTF is proud to support the research behind this project.
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A Bridge For Bighorns 2025 HD 1080p

YouTube video by Shuswap Communication

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Habitat Conservation Trust Foundation @hctfbc.bsky.social · Jul 25

🌿 Conservation starts at the top. Learn more about how HCTF supports high-elevation habitat stewardship across BC at hctf.ca

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Habitat Conservation Trust Foundation @hctfbc.bsky.social · Jul 25

From Coastal Mountains to the Rockies, our province is home to some of the most rugged and ecologically rich mountain landscapes in the world.

More than just stunning backdrops, they provide habitat for mountain goats, bighorn sheep, grizzly bears, and countless alpine plants and pollinators.

Habitat Conservation Trust Foundation @hctfbc.bsky.social · Jun 24

Every fish released, every trail walked, and every license bought adds up to something big!

Your contributions support:
Wildlife research
Habitat restoration
Stewardship partnerships
Education for the next generation

Thank you for making conservation possible.

Learn more at hctf.ca

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Coast Funds @coastfunds.bsky.social · Jun 24

Explore our staff-curated list of current grants and funding opportunities available in the following areas:

✅ Stewardship
✅ Clean energy
✅ Economic development
✅ Cultural programming.

📌 Check out what's available: coastfunds.ca/news/funding...

Summer Funding Opportunities: Round-up for First Nations

First Nations working to manage their territories and invest in their communities may be eligible to apply for funding from Crown governments, philanthropic foundations, and corporate community invest...

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Habitat Conservation Trust Foundation @hctfbc.bsky.social · Jun 17

🌲Recontouring and Leaving Sites Rough and Loose - www.youtube.com/watch?v=gH08...

By building capacity and knowledge across the sector, we’re one step closer to meaningful, landscape-level restoration.

Caribou Habitat Restoration: Recontouring and Leaving Sites Rough and Loose

YouTube video by Habitat Conservation Trust Foundation (HCTF)

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Habitat Conservation Trust Foundation @hctfbc.bsky.social · Jun 17

🌲Using Visual Screening in Road Restoration - www.youtube.com/watch?v=AFnU...

Caribou Habitat Restoration: Using Visual Screening in Road Restoration

YouTube video by Habitat Conservation Trust Foundation (HCTF)

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Habitat Conservation Trust Foundation @hctfbc.bsky.social · Jun 17

📌 The series covers essential on-the-ground techniques, including:

🌲Tree Planting for Habitat Recovery - www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Da2...

Caribou Habitat Restoration Video Series: Tree Planting for Habitat Recovery

YouTube video by Habitat Conservation Trust Foundation (HCTF)

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Habitat Conservation Trust Foundation @hctfbc.bsky.social · Jun 17

Produced in collaboration with Chu Cho Environmental, these videos are designed to support field teams working on CHRF projects across BC.

These practical, field-focused videos share methods and best practices to help restoration practitioners accelerate the recovery of disturbed caribou habitat.

Habitat Conservation Trust Foundation @hctfbc.bsky.social · Jun 17

🚨 New Resource Alert for Caribou Habitat Restoration Practitioners! 🚨

We’re excited to share a valuable new video series: Practical Techniques for Effective Site Recovery

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Caribou Habitat Restoration Video Series: Tree Planting for Habitat Recovery

YouTube video by Habitat Conservation Trust Foundation (HCTF)

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Habitat Conservation Trust Foundation @hctfbc.bsky.social · Jun 12

📢 ANNOUNCING: $230k for Invasive Mussel Monitoring This Summer! 📢

Together we can help keep our waters clean and healthy! Remember to Clean, Drain, Dry your watercraft and equipment before moving to a new area!

📷 4-582: East Kootenay Invasive Species Council

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$230k for Invasive Mussel Monitoring This Summer - Habitat Conservation Trust Foundation

This year, HCTF’s Invasive Mussels Monitoring Grant will administer 11 projects for a total of $230,893 in funding.

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