Blueberry First Nations say native plant orchard to help restore B.C. industry sites
- Posted on July 20, 2026
- By The Toronto Star
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In brief
First Nations communities in northeastern British Columbia are launching an innovative native plant orchard initiative designed to remediate and rehabilitate thousands of abandoned industrial sites across the region. This ecological restoration project leverages indigenous knowledge and native species cultivation to transform degraded landscapes into productive ecosystems. By establishing these orchards, the First Nations aim to revitalize the local environment while supporting economic sustainability and cultural preservation in their territories.
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Blueberry First Nations say native plant orchard to help restore B.C. industry sites
FORT ST. JOHN - A group of First Nations in British Columbia says a new native plant orchard could help reclaim and restore thousands of industrial sites around northeastern B.C.
