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elk valley land trust

Welcome

The defining characteristic of the Elk Valley is that it sits at the interface of the natural and human environments. We at the Land Trust, and our many partners, recognize that the critical challenge facing the Valley is the need to meet the demands of both wildlife and human life, and to do so on an ongoing basis.

We believe that we can work with landowners to achieve these goals, and that we can do so in ways that meet their financial objectives. We believe we can, at the same time, conserve the natural environment, provide a critical North / South corridor for wildlife connectivity, and protect the interests of sustainable users.

Our method is simple – we acquire lands, or covenants in lands, and steward those lands to the benefit of all. We do this by continually applying the best available scientific evidence, as well as a commitment to meaningful engagement with the community.

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Our mission is to conserve one of the most beautiful natural environments in the Rockies, to do so in a way that preserves critical wildlife connectivity corridors on the Eastern and Western slopes of the Elk Valley, and to promote sustainable recreational opportunities. It is helpful if we unpack what we mean by those terms.

Conservation

Healthy forests are an essential component of a healthy environment. Maintaining healthy forests that can be enjoyed for generations is critical to our ecosystems, biodiversity, land, air and water.

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Connectivity

The Elk Valley is a globally significant connectivity corridor for large ungulates and bears. The Valley provides a critical genetic link for large mammal populations.

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Sustainable Use

We seek to ensure opportunities for present and future generations to build connections to the land and each other while contributing to a healthy and vibrant community and economy.

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how we work

A Land Trust is a non-profit organization that works with private owners to acquire lands, or conservation covenants in private lands. The Land Trust then acts as a steward of that land, in perpetuity, to achieve specific conservation objectives reflected in a Stewardship Plan created for the property.

What Lands are the Elk Valley Regional Land Trust Interested In?

The Elk Valley Regional Land Trust is specifically interested in lands on the eastern and western slopes of the Elk Valley, between Sparwood and Elko, British Columbia.

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Why Should Landowners Work with the Trust?

There are at least three reasons. First, land trusts buy land. A landowner who wishes to sell land may find a ready buyer in the Trust, on commercial terms. The Trust is a market participant.

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What is a Conservation Covenant?

A conservation covenant is an agreement between a landowner and a third party, such as a land trust, which requires that the landowner take agreed steps to conserve or rehabilitate the property.

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