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Marcie Callewaert Reflects on her Leadership Journey

Marcie Callewaert Leadership Vancouver Island LVI Clayoquot Biosphere TrustPhoto credits: Owen Perry 

Marcie lives and works within Clayoquot Sound and Tofino as a place-based educator, naturalist, and photographer.

“Participating in LVI gave me back my leadership confidence that I had lost somewhere along the way. It was a great reminder of what I am capable of and provided me with tools to strengthen my skills as I move forward in new roles. Because of LVI, I took chances that I never would have taken just a few years ago and they paid off! I am so thankful for the community of support that LVI creates during the program and in the months and years afterwards."

Youth and Education Grants Clayoquot Biosphere Trust

Announcing the 2026 Youth & Education Grants

August 2, 2026
This year, $38,000 was awarded to seven inspiring projects in the region. These grants aim to address urgent needs for youth, as highlighted in our 2023 Vital Signs report. They focus on building capacity, providing education and training opportunities, and fostering connections among youth across communities in the region. Additionally, the grants support youth-driven projects and promote education and discussion around multiculturalism, inclusiveness, and diversity.
Rising Tide Surf Vital Grant Clayoquot Biosphere Trust Ivan Wells JR

Announcing the 2026 Vital Grants Recipients

August 1, 2026
This year, $92,000 was awarded to four inspiring projects in the region. These grants focus on addressing regional priorities and complex challenges that influence sustainability in the region. They also aim to support meaningful, longer-term collaboration between organizations, communities, and cultures.
Ruby Novogrodsky Research & Environment Grant Clayoquot Biosphere Trust

Announcing the 2026 Research & Environment Grants Recipients

July 31, 2026
This year, $20,000 was awarded to four projects in the region. These projects address threats to key species and ecosystems and uplift nuučaan̓uł (Nuu-chah-nulth) ways of knowing. Efforts also focus on habitat conservation, restoration, and protection for ecologically and culturally important species and ecosystems.
Community Development Grant Clayoquot Biosphere Trust

Announcing the 2026 Community Development Grants Recipients

July 30, 2026
This year, ten inspiring projects in the region have been awarded over $38,000 in funding. These grants are dedicated to fostering accessible, inclusive, healthy, supportive, equitable, and sustainable communities. Together, they help build a stronger and more united region.
2026 Arts Culture Grant Clayoquot Biosphere Trust

Announcing the 2026 Arts & Culture Grant Recipients

July 28, 2026
This year, eight impactful projects across the region received a total of $ 28,000 in funding. These grants support arts and cultural activities that encourage inter-generational participation, build connections across communities and cultures, and create opportunities to learn from one another.
Braedon Youth Summer Intern Clayoquot Biosphere Trust

Welcome Back Braedon!

July 27, 2026
We're so happy to welcome him for a second summer as our Youth Intern. After joining the CBT team last year, he's spending his college break with us again, continuing to learn, contribute to local projects, and connect with the community. 
Charles McDiarmid Clayoquot sound Biosphere Centre Clayoquot Biosphere Trust Michael Becker

Donor Spotlight: Charles McDiarmid

July 24, 2026
The Clayoquot Sound Biosphere Centre is one step closer to becoming a reality thanks to the support of donors who believe in the power of community, learning, and stewardship. We're proud to spotlight Charles McDiarmid, owner of the Wickaninnish Inn, whose generosity is helping bring this vision to life. 
Wild West Coast Adrian Dorst

Book Launch: The Wild West Coast by Adrian Dorst

July 8, 2026
Join acclaimed author, photographer, and naturalist Adrian Dorst for the launch of his new book, The Wild West Coast. Through a collection of compelling photographs, Adrian provides a window into Clayoquot Sound's mysterious rainforest and its wild valleys, as well as an elusive glimpse of many of its secretive inhabitants.

Celebrating Community Leadership and Looking Ahead

March 5, 2026
We’re proud to share some wonderful news! At the 2025 Tofino Business Excellence Awards, hosted by the Tofino Chamber of Commerce, the Clayoquot Biosphere Trust was honoured as the 2025 Non-Profit of the Year, and our Executive Director, Rebecca Hurwitz, was recognized as Business Leader of the Year.

Announcing the Fall 2025 Neighbourhood Small Grants

February 3, 2026
We’re excited to share this list of grassroots community projects that received a Culture Neighbourhood Small Grants during the 2025 fall cycle. A total of 23 projects were funded in the region!

Five Years of Giving: Celebrating Community Through the Holiday Giving Catalogue

January 21, 2026
The 2025 Holiday Giving Catalogue highlighted what is possible when a community comes together with shared purpose. Now in its fifth year, this was our most successful Holiday Giving Campaign to date. A total of $37,616 was raised for 22 local charities and over 10 community funds, which range from youth empowerment, food security, and environmental protection.

Food Highlights: Fall 2025 Eat West Coast Updates

November 7, 2025
Eat West Coast (EWC), is a CBT initiative that supports food security and sovereignty on the west coast. EWC bridges the biosphere and community foundation mandates by supporting local community-based responses to food system challenges.