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The Outdoor Recreation Council released a new guide offering recreation organizations a roadmap for advancing reconciliation objectives and tools for recreation organizations embarking on discussions and relationship building with First Nations at the community level.
Read MoreAccording to a recent survey, outdoor recreation is on the rise in British Columbia and access to outdoor opportunities remains a top priority for residents of BC. Explore the latest trends and insights of the 2024 Ipsos poll below.
Read MoreA new online poll conducted on behalf of the Outdoor Recreation Council of British Columbia shows that British Columbians are enthusiastic about outdoor recreation and support more government investment in the development and maintenance of trails, parks and other recreation amenities in the province.
Survey highlights:
7/10 BC residents have participated in outdoor recreation activities in BC in the past 12 months.
3/4 BC residents agree that access to good outdoor recreation opportunities is an important reason they chose to live in their communities.
The Outdoor Recreation Council of BC (ORCBC) has announced that the BC Trails Day Community Small Grants are back. With support from RC Strategies, ORCBC offers a limited number of small grants of up to $500 each to help outdoor organizations organize community-based BC Trails Day events. The funds can help pay for various expenses, including tools and gear library products, stewardship supplies, event promotion, equipment rental, and other materials needed to create a fantastic BC Trails Day event experience. The application deadline is Monday, May 9, 2022.
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