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Water Savers Rebate Program
Fire and drought, Get Involved, News, Resources, What can I do?
Water Savers Rebate Program For Salt Spring Residents in the North Salt Spring Waterworks District Join the Water Savers Program! Install a Rainwater Harvesting System and receive a $500-$1,000 rebate. For Ratepayers of the North Salt Spring Waterworks District. As climate change brings longer and more intense droughts, our freshwater resources are becoming increasingly scarce.…
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Reducing Wildfire Risks & Biochar: TSS Members Travel to Clearwater, BC, to Talk About Forest Resiliency
Biochar, CARL Fire and Drought, Events, Fire and drought, Forests, Past Events, Uncategorized, What can I do?
On April 5th and 6th, Grace Fields, the TSS Project Coordinator for the Climate Adaptation Research Lab (CARL), and Brian Smallshaw (Biochar Working Group Lead) travelled up to Clearwater, BC, to speak to community members on improving the resiliency of their forests to climate change and wildfire. On Friday evening, organized by Astrid Arumae of…
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NATIVE PLANT STEWARDSHIP RESOURCES
Fire and drought, Native Plant Stewardship, Resources, What can I do?
Growing native plants is very rewarding and helps provide important habitat for local birds, animals and pollinators. Native Plants: • Are adapted to your climate • Are drought tolerant • Are resistant to diseases and pests • Low maintenance • Add beauty and interest • Promote bio-diversity • Invite and sustain local wildlife • Support…
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Biochar Kilns
Biochar, Food and Agriculture, Forests, Resources, What can I do?
Biochar is a low-tech method of carbon sequestration, and can increase the microbial activity and improve the moisture retention of soils. Adding biochar to your soil is an excellent way to improve its fertility and ability to retain moisture. Charcoal is an extremely stable form of carbon and once added to soil will remain there…
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What do the TSS Working Groups do?
Get Involved, News, Resources, Volunteer, What can I do?
An Interview with Jean Wilkinson from the Native Plant Stewardship Group June 2022 – At the heart of TSS are dedicated board members and part-time staff and extending out from this heart are a TON of volunteers forming committees and working groups. The Native Plant Stewardship Group is one of many TSS working groups. This…
Read More Freshwater Salt Spring
Forests, Freshwater, Resources, Videos, What can I do?
This beautifully shot short film by the Salt Spring Island Water Preservation Society raises awareness about the island’s most precious resource — freshwater. Highlighting the urgent need to protect and steward local watersheds, “Freshwater Salt Spring” is the first in a broader educational initiative for both youth and adults. Set in the unique ecological context…
Read More Blower Door Test: Is Your Home Leaking Heat?
Built Infrastructure, Climate Coach, Rebates, Resources, Videos, What can I do?
Are you losing heat through your windows, doors, or cracks you can’t even see? Watch local insulation and draft sealing specialist Dion Hackett demonstrate a blower door test — a powerful tool for identifying where heat is escaping from your home and where insulation or draft sealing can make a big impact. Presenter: Dion Hackett,…
Read More $ave Big with Home Energy Assessments, Insulation and Draft Sealing Webinar
Built Infrastructure, Climate Coach, Events, Past Events, Rebates, Resources, Videos, Webinar Video, What can I do?
Are you looking to cut your home energy bills, reduce emissions, and make your home more comfortable year-round? This webinar brings together local home energy experts to walk you through practical and affordable steps — from energy assessments to sealing drafts — and connects you with rebates and local support programs. Presenters: Mike Jackman, Aron…
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Forests, Water, Fire: How to Prevent Wildfires & Conserve Water
Ecological Research Network, Events, Fire and drought, Forests, Past Events, Resources, Videos, Webinar Video, What can I do?
How do we live responsibly in our forested island communities in the face of wildfire and drought? This powerful community conversation brings together local experts in forestry, fire prevention, and ecology to share practical tools for conserving water, protecting your land, and reducing wildfire risk. You’ll learn how to steward your property with intention, work…
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