The Land Conservancy
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TLC The Land Conservancy of British Columbia is a not-for-profit
, charitable land trust
based in British Columbia
, Canada
.
The purpose of the Society is to protect plants, animals, natural communities and landscape features that represent diversity of life on earth, by protecting the lands and waters they need to survive, and to protect areas of scientific, historical, cultural, scenic or compatible recreation value. This is accomplished by acquiring protective control of these lands and waters through ownership of the land, long-term leases or conservation covenants. The Land Conservancy has protected more than 300 properties covering 50,600 hectares of land.
The Land Conservancy achieves its conservation objectives by working in a non-confrontational, businesslike manner. TLC works with many partners, all levels of government, other agencies, businesses, community groups and individuals to ensure the broadest support for its activities. The goal of the TLC is to protect all of its properties in perpetuity.
The Land Conservancy draws much of its finances from membership revenue. It is operated by both paid staff and a large network of over 800 volunteers. It has five regional offices in Victoria
, Burnaby, Penticton, Nelson
, and Prince George
. The Land Conservancy claims 8,600 members worldwide.
of England, Ireland and Wales, with whom it partakes in staff exchanges.
South Winchelsea Island, a 25 acres (101,171.5 m²) island near Nanaimo, was The Land Conservancy's first acquisition. It is important habitat for steller sea lions and several migratory bird species. The island also contains a 3-bedroom cottage used as a holiday cabin rental.
Music star Nelly Furtado
has been a strong supporter of the work of the TLC. The Land Conservancy first contacted Furtado when they discovered her interest in the Sooke Potholes
, a place she used to enjoy as a child. The singer has been involved in the campaign to protect and promote the area ever since.
is the symbol of the Land Conservancy of British Columbia. The Harlequin ranges throughout BC, from rocky coastal shores and islets to turbulent inland mountain creeks and calm lakes. A vulnerable species, the Harlequin population is endangered due to habitat loss and degradation. The plucky Harlequin is said to be an inspiration for the TLC to persevere in overcoming their obstacles.
Covenants & Other Properties - Kootenay Region,
Fort Shepherd Conservancy Area,
SS Moyie,
Wycliffe Wildlife Corridor
Lower Mainland Region
Centre Creek,
Codd Wetland,
West Creek Wetlands,
Thwaytes Landing,
Eagles Estate Heritage Garden,
Historic Joy Kogawa House (Childhood home of Joy Kogawa),
B.C. Binning Residence,
Baldwin House
North Region
Avola Creek,
Horsefly River Riparian Conservation Area,
Natasha Boyd Wetland Conservation Area,
Talking Mountain Ranch
Okanagan Region
Eagle Bluff (South Okanagan Rehabilitation Centre for Owls),
Hardy Mountain Doukhobor Village Historic Site,
Lehman Springs,
Max Lake,
Okanagan River Cottonwoods,
Similkameen River Pines,
Skaha Bluffs
Vancouver Island Region
Abkhazi Garden,
Christmas Hill Nature Sanctuary,
Clare Winnett Copeland Property
Covenants & Other Properties - Vancouver Island/Coast Region
Cowichan River,
Craigflower National Historic Sites of Canada,
Gorge-Selkirk Restoration Project,
Horth Hill,
Keating Farm Estate,
Koeye River,
Little Qualicum River Estuary,
Matthews Point, Galiano Island,
Nanaimo River
Other Properties - Vancouver Island/Coast Region
Qualicum Bat House,
Ross Bay Villa,
Sea to Sea Greenbelt,
Sooke Potholes
,
South Winchelsea Island,
Wildwood
Non-profit organization
Nonprofit organization is neither a legal nor technical definition but generally refers to an organization that uses surplus revenues to achieve its goals, rather than distributing them as profit or dividends...
, charitable land trust
Land trust
There are two distinct definitions of a land trust:* a private, nonprofit organization that, as all or part of its mission, actively works to conserve land by undertaking or assisting in land or conservation easement acquisition, or by its stewardship of such land or easements; or* an agreement...
based in British Columbia
British Columbia
British Columbia is the westernmost of Canada's provinces and is known for its natural beauty, as reflected in its Latin motto, Splendor sine occasu . Its name was chosen by Queen Victoria in 1858...
, Canada
Canada
Canada is a North American country consisting of ten provinces and three territories. Located in the northern part of the continent, it extends from the Atlantic Ocean in the east to the Pacific Ocean in the west, and northward into the Arctic Ocean...
.
The purpose of the Society is to protect plants, animals, natural communities and landscape features that represent diversity of life on earth, by protecting the lands and waters they need to survive, and to protect areas of scientific, historical, cultural, scenic or compatible recreation value. This is accomplished by acquiring protective control of these lands and waters through ownership of the land, long-term leases or conservation covenants. The Land Conservancy has protected more than 300 properties covering 50,600 hectares of land.
The Land Conservancy achieves its conservation objectives by working in a non-confrontational, businesslike manner. TLC works with many partners, all levels of government, other agencies, businesses, community groups and individuals to ensure the broadest support for its activities. The goal of the TLC is to protect all of its properties in perpetuity.
The Land Conservancy draws much of its finances from membership revenue. It is operated by both paid staff and a large network of over 800 volunteers. It has five regional offices in Victoria
Victoria, British Columbia
Victoria is the capital city of British Columbia, Canada and is located on the southern tip of Vancouver Island off Canada's Pacific coast. The city has a population of about 78,000 within the metropolitan area of Greater Victoria, which has a population of 360,063, the 15th most populous Canadian...
, Burnaby, Penticton, Nelson
Nelson, British Columbia
Nelson is a city located in the Selkirk Mountains on the extreme West Arm of Kootenay Lake in the Southern Interior of British Columbia, Canada. Known as "The Queen City", and acknowledged for its impressive collection of restored heritage buildings from its glory days in a regional silver rush,...
, and Prince George
Prince George, British Columbia
Prince George, with a population of 71,030 , is the largest city in northern British Columbia, Canada, and is known as "BC's Northern Capital"...
. The Land Conservancy claims 8,600 members worldwide.
History
TLC was formed in 1997, with strong influences from The National TrustNational Trust for Places of Historic Interest or Natural Beauty
The National Trust for Places of Historic Interest or Natural Beauty, usually known as the National Trust, is a conservation organisation in England, Wales and Northern Ireland...
of England, Ireland and Wales, with whom it partakes in staff exchanges.
South Winchelsea Island, a 25 acres (101,171.5 m²) island near Nanaimo, was The Land Conservancy's first acquisition. It is important habitat for steller sea lions and several migratory bird species. The island also contains a 3-bedroom cottage used as a holiday cabin rental.
Music star Nelly Furtado
Nelly Furtado
Nelly Kim Furtado is a Canadian singer-songwriter, record producer and actress. Furtado grew up in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada.Furtado first gained fame with her debut album, Whoa, Nelly!, and its single "I'm Like a Bird", which won a 2001 Juno Award for Single of the Year and a 2002 Grammy...
has been a strong supporter of the work of the TLC. The Land Conservancy first contacted Furtado when they discovered her interest in the Sooke Potholes
Sooke Potholes
Sooke Potholes may refer to:* Sooke Potholes Regional Park - operated by Capital Regional District and The Land Conservancy of B.C.* Sooke Potholes Provincial Park - operated by British Columbia Ministry of Environment...
, a place she used to enjoy as a child. The singer has been involved in the campaign to protect and promote the area ever since.
The Harlequin Duck
The Harlequin DuckHarlequin Duck
The Harlequin Duck is a small sea duck. It takes its name from Arlecchino, Harlequin in French, a colourfully dressed character in Commedia dell'arte. The species name comes from the Latin word "histrio", "actor". In North America it is also known as Lords and ladies...
is the symbol of the Land Conservancy of British Columbia. The Harlequin ranges throughout BC, from rocky coastal shores and islets to turbulent inland mountain creeks and calm lakes. A vulnerable species, the Harlequin population is endangered due to habitat loss and degradation. The plucky Harlequin is said to be an inspiration for the TLC to persevere in overcoming their obstacles.
Projects
The Land Conservancy accomplishes its work through the use of covenants, land purchases, long-term leases and agreements with local and provincial governments. The land assets of the TLC are valued at well over $30 million:Sample properties and projects
Kootenay RegionCovenants & Other Properties - Kootenay Region,
Fort Shepherd Conservancy Area,
SS Moyie,
Wycliffe Wildlife Corridor
Lower Mainland Region
Centre Creek,
Codd Wetland,
West Creek Wetlands,
Thwaytes Landing,
Eagles Estate Heritage Garden,
Historic Joy Kogawa House (Childhood home of Joy Kogawa),
B.C. Binning Residence,
Baldwin House
North Region
Avola Creek,
Horsefly River Riparian Conservation Area,
Natasha Boyd Wetland Conservation Area,
Talking Mountain Ranch
Okanagan Region
Eagle Bluff (South Okanagan Rehabilitation Centre for Owls),
Hardy Mountain Doukhobor Village Historic Site,
Lehman Springs,
Max Lake,
Okanagan River Cottonwoods,
Similkameen River Pines,
Skaha Bluffs
Vancouver Island Region
Abkhazi Garden,
Christmas Hill Nature Sanctuary,
Clare Winnett Copeland Property
Covenants & Other Properties - Vancouver Island/Coast Region
Cowichan River,
Craigflower National Historic Sites of Canada,
Gorge-Selkirk Restoration Project,
Horth Hill,
Keating Farm Estate,
Koeye River,
Little Qualicum River Estuary,
Matthews Point, Galiano Island,
Nanaimo River
Other Properties - Vancouver Island/Coast Region
Qualicum Bat House,
Ross Bay Villa,
Sea to Sea Greenbelt,
Sooke Potholes
Sooke Potholes
Sooke Potholes may refer to:* Sooke Potholes Regional Park - operated by Capital Regional District and The Land Conservancy of B.C.* Sooke Potholes Provincial Park - operated by British Columbia Ministry of Environment...
,
South Winchelsea Island,
Wildwood