Students in BCIT’s Ecological Restoration Program participated in a yellow-fish storm-drain marking project in the Factor Four area. The previous markings on the drains had faded beyond recognition. The project is part of the School of Construction and the Environment’s Eco-Streets initiative to raise awareness among members of the BCIT community about the importance of environmental stewardship and plans for the eventual daylighting of Guichon Creek.
“It’s amazing how small projects such as this one can change the vibe within the Factor 4
area” says Alex Hebert, Energy and Sustainability Manager. BCIT’s Rivers Institute has been working with Facilities and Campus Development to restore the south end of the creek and future long-term plans include daylighting Guichon Creek at the north end of BCIT’s Burnaby Campus as well. “By protecting the creek from pollutants in non-point source runoff, we’re one step closer to our dream of eventually having spawning salmon return to the BCIT campus” says Ken Ashley, Director, BCIT Rivers Institute.
“It is great to see the students take a leadership role in this activity” says Jennie Moore, Director of Sustainable Development and Environmental Stewardship. “We also thank the Department of Fisheries and Oceans for donating equipment and materials for this project” Moore says. For more information about Eco-Streets and the Factor Four area in general visit: https://commons.bcit.ca/factorfour/restoration/urban-restoration/
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