Recently we gathered in Nanaimo with new and less-new members of the GSA team, sharing time together and talking shop. As we continue to implement our new strategic plan, we’ve moved capacity into areas where it’s more needed, shifting some roles, and we’ve brought new people on board, as we work together, with your support, … Continue reading
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Looking to the future of GSA – some news to share
It is with mixed emotions that Georgia Strait Alliance is saying goodbye to our executive director, Christianne Wilhelmson who, after 14 years of exceptional leadership at GSA, and 22 years with the organization overall, has decided to leave to explore new challenges and opportunities. GSA’s mission is grounded in environmental justice. We mobilize and support … Continue reading
Read more »Explore the Salish Sea Raffle winners
Seven lucky individuals won prizes in our online raffle this year – thanks to the generosity of numerous businesses that donated envy-provoking prizes: Grand Prize B. Massons (Gibsons) won a Sea Kayak Package donated by Valhalla Pure Outfitters, including 15.5 Delta kayak, a light-weight Werner full carbon paddle for effortless paddling, and NRS accessories worth … Continue reading
Read more »Grassroots Action for Orcas
Lucero González Ruiz, who leads our biodiversity initiatives, used to be afraid of the ocean. She stumbled into what she refers to as her destiny – protecting the ocean – after casually signing up for a few courses at the Bamfield Marine Sciences Centre. At the time, her only objective was to obtain a few … Continue reading
Read more »Introducing our summer 2023 team
We’re thrilled to have five youths join GSA for eight weeks over the summertime. Having this additional capacity means that GSA can be present in more communities, listening, learning and amplifying the concerns, and also the solutions, that emerge from within the diverse communities connected to the wondrous Salish Sea. Byron Lee, Megan Raitt, Shubhdeep … Continue reading
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