Save Record Ridge Action Committee

You wanted more, so we listened! Pre-order for Round 2 is on until this Thursday, May 14th at midnight PST. Place your orders now by visiting the merch section on SaveRecordRidge.ca or link in bio. Get them while you can! 🧦✨️ #SRRACxBialkowskiCollab #SaveRecordRidge #RecordRidgeForever #SockswithImpact

Momentum Update: Donations will be Doubled ✨️ Because of this community, we hit our Earth Day Match goal — $10,000 raised, unlocking the full $30,000 match. That’s the power of people standing together. 🙌 👉 We’re moving into Phase 2. Local businesses and community donors have stepped up with a new $10,000 match — meaning every dollar you give is doubled. 🎉 $500 → $1,000 $250 → $500 $100 → $200 Why it matters: The judicial review hearing is approaching, and your support fuels the years of preparation needed to defend Record Ridge — now and for future generations. 🌿 Ready to stand with us? Donate to our GoFundMe (link in bio) 📧 E‑Transfer: [email protected] With gratitude 🫶 #SaveRecordRidge #RecordRidgeForever #GrasslandConservation #MatchCampaign #RosslandRange

Hello and welcome 👋 We’re the Save Record Ridge Action Committee (SRRAC) — a group of local residents, professionals, and business owners in Rossland, and nearby communities advocating for proper due process regarding a proposed open-pit mine within just 7 km from our resort municipality. We’re working to protect the land and the values that make this place home through advocacy, education, outreach, partnerships and legal action. All our efforts are volunteer. If you wish to get involved/learn more/help: 🌾 Share this post 🌾 Visit the link in our bio 🌾 Donate to our GoFundMe 🌾 Follow us on Facebook 🌾 Spread the word 📸 by SRRAC #SaveRecordRidge #RecordRidgeForever #BCGrasslands #RosslandWild #BCPoli

🌿 Save the Ridge. Protect the Rare. 🌿 ​Did you know today is Endangered Species Day? While we often think of far-away rainforests, one of the most critically threatened ecosystems is right in our backyard: the Record Ridge Grasslands. ​This isn't your average pasture. Record Ridge is a rare, high-elevation grassland ecosystem that is red-listed, meaning it is at imminent risk of extinction. Its ecological importance is so profound that it has been designated as a Key Biodiversity Area (KBA)—a global recognition reserved for places absolutely critical to the persistence of the planet's biodiversity. ​What makes it so special? These globally recognized grasslands on Record Ridge are intricately woven into a mosaic of Old-Growth Management Area (OGMA) forests. This unique intersection of ancient trees and high-altitude grasslands creates a vital, irreplaceable sanctuary for wildlife and rare plant species, including the red-listed Mountain Holly Fern—found only in a few other locations in Canada. ​Once these ancient ecosystems are gone, they cannot be replaced by reclamation projects. They are a living history book, a carbon sink, and a biodiversity hotspot. ​This Endangered Species Day, let’s speak up for the landscapes that can't speak for themselves. Protect Record Ridge. Protect our old-growth. 💚 ​✨ How you can help: ​Educate: Share this post to spread the word about the vulnerability and uniqueness of this high-elevation Key Biodiversity Area. ​Donate: Support our conservation initiatives to protect Record Ridge and its surrounding OGMAs by making a donation to our GofundMe (link in bio). ​Respect: When visiting these sensitive ecosystems, stay on designated trails to prevent erosion, protect fragile native flora and please keep your furry friends on a leash. ​#EndangeredSpeciesDay #RecordRidge #KeyBiodiversityArea #SaveRecordRidge #OldGrowthForest GrasslandConservation Biodiversity BCEnvironment ActForNature ProtectTheRare

WEBINAR on May 28: Tools to support mining-impacted communities in B.C. Mining expansion and “critical minerals” development are accelerating across B.C., raising urgent questions about oversight, Indigenous rights, and how decisions are made. Join BC Mining Law Reform, SkeenaWild Conservation Trust, and the Save Record Ridge Action Committee (SRRAC) for a webinar on the Record Ridge legal case and practical tools communities can use to track and engage with mining decisions. We’ll cover: • Record Ridge case updates and implications for mining oversight • Community advocacy and legal pathways in B.C. • Tools to track mining projects using public data • Environmental monitoring and project lifecycle transparency 📅 May 28, 2026 🕐 1:00 PM PT Register via the link in our bio.

🏔️ Tonight’s the Night! ​Join us at the Rossland Museum & Discovery Centre for an evening of stories, community, and action. ​🗓️ Event Details ​📍 Where: Rossland Museum & Discovery Centre (1100 BC-3B) ​⏰ When: Tonight, May 14th @ 6:00 PM ​🎤 Featuring: SRRAC Director Nils French sharing behind-the-scenes in the life of SRRAC stories and what do to protect Record Ridge. Also... ​⚠️ Last Call: Merch Pre-Orders! ​Our Round 2 closes TONIGHT at midnight PST. 🧦 This is an opportunity to get gear while supporting the cause. A win-win. Hit the link in our bio to order them now. ​🖼️ "Stay a While" Silent Auction ​Don’t forget to stop by @revolutionrossland to see Morgan’s breathtaking 24” x 30” framed canvas print and place a bid. All proceeds towards our legal costs. ​Bidding Closes: Tuesday, May 19th @ 5:00 PM ​Winner: Announced live on our socials shortly after! ​Let’s keep the momentum going. See you tonight! 🌲✨ 1.Cover 📸 by @shauna.ullman from our very first community event back in Nov 2024. 2. Speaker Series Poster 3. 📸 by @evagiff of the Socks! 4. Morgan's Stay a While artwork 5. Silent Auction live at Revolution Cycles ​#SaveRecordRidge #RosslandBC #CommunityAction #ProtectOurHome #RosslandMuseum

GOING, GOING... ✨️🖼️ ​The stunning "Stay a While" framed canvas print, generously donated by @morganbialkowskiartist , has officially landed at Revolution Cycles! ​This piece represents more than just a beautiful view from the Record Ridge Grasslands; it’s a reminder to pause, find connection, and—as the title suggests—stay a while in the moments that matter. By bidding on this piece, you aren't just taking home impactful art; you are directly fueling our efforts at SRRAC to support our community. ​Swing by the shop, check out some gear, and get your name on that bid sheet! 🙌 ​📍 Where: @revolutionrossland 1990 Columbia Ave ⏰ Deadline: Tuesday, May 19th @ 5pm sharp! ✨️ Winner announced shortly after! ​Let’s show some love to local art and local business. See you at Revolution! 🚲💨 #SaveRecordRidge #RecordRidgeForever #CommunityAction #StrongerTogether #BCGrasslands

Showing Up for the Ridge! 🏔️✨ ​What an incredible Saturday at @rosslandbeerco ! Huge thanks to everyone who came out to celebrate the Save Record Ridge x Morgan Bialkowski collaboration. Between the live tunes by Sparky Steeves and the community energy, it was the perfect reminder of why we do this. ​Updates you need to know: ​🧦 Missed Round 1? Round 2 pre-orders are LIVE until Thursday, May 14th (Midnight PST). We’ve added Size XL and have Youth sizes in stock! [Link in Bio] ​📦 Pickup: If you ordered in Round 1, your socks are ready for pickup at @revolutionrossland starting TODAY. ​🖼️ Silent Auction: The "Stay a While" framed canvas is now at Revolution Cycles. Swing by 1990 Columbia Ave to place your bid before Tuesday, May 19th, 5pm! ​Huge thanks to @morganbialkowskiartist , Rossland Beer Co., and Revolution Cycles for helping make this happen. Every pair of socks and every bid keeps SRRAC strong to continue our efforts to protect Record Ridge. ✊ ​#SaveRecordRidge #RosslandBC #SRRACxBialkowskiCollab #CommunityStrong #ProtectOurPeaks

The RMDC's Speaker Series is back at it with a special presentation on the fight to save a local landscape! Join Nils and other members of the Save Record Ridge Action Committee @saverecordridge for a behind-the-scenes look at the community effort to protect Record Ridge, a place tied closely to Rossland’s landscape, trails, environment, economy, and future. This presentation will share the story behind the newsletters and headlines, and highlight the people from across our community who contributed, the organizations across North America that lent a hand, the work done around kitchen tables and the documents drafted late at night, the emotional weight of a long public fight, and the legal case that is now before the courts. Hear directly from the front line on why this matters — and what may lie ahead. Part local story, part explainer, and part roadmap for a long fight ahead, this talk is for anyone who wants to better understand where things stand, how the community got here, and why Record Ridge continues to matter. Don't forget to stick around until the end for a question-and-answer period with SRRAC directors. 🗓️ 6 pm Thursday, May 14th 📍Rossland Museum & Discovery Centre, 1100 Hwy 3B, Junction of Hwys 3B & 22 More info/RSVP at rosslandmuseum.ca/news/2026/may-speaker

A Strong Finish in Court + Sock Collab Launch Party TODAY!! The final day of our judicial review wrapped up nicely, and we couldn’t be prouder of how our community showed up. The courthouse was packed wall-to-wall with heart and commitment! ​Here’s a recap from the hearing: 👉​The Argument: Our lead counsel, Ben Isitt, delivered a compelling case along with co-counsel Matthew Nefstead generously provided by @wcelaw . We argued that while the project’s "official" production numbers were dropped just below the threshold for an Environmental Assessment, the actual mine plan remained largely unchanged. 👉​The Missing Link: A key point of our case is that the decision-maker failed to "grapple with" why the plan stayed the same despite the lower output. 👉​The Judge’s Stance: Justice Weatherill acknowledged the significance of Record Ridge and clearly grasps the gravity of what is at stake for our grasslands, the Sinixt, and the entire region. ​What’s Next? The injunction remains in place! 🛡️ We now await a final decision, which is expected in mid-June. 💜​A massive thank you to everyone who stood with us—from Sinixt knowledge keepers to business owners, kids, city council, environmental organizations and legal teams. Your presence proved that this region is paying attention. ​🗓️ REMINDER: Join us TODAY (Saturday, May 9) at @rosslandbeerco from 3 PM – 6 PM for our Sock Collab Launch Party! Pick up your pre-orders, bid on the silent auction, and let’s celebrate this momentum together. 🍻🧦 #SaveRecordRidge #RecordRidgeForever #Sinixt #RosslandWild #StrongerTogether

TODAY: Fresh Pairs, Pours & Live Music! 🍻🎸 ​After a big week in court, let’s get together for some good brews and great vibes. Join us at @rosslandbeerco tomorrow to celebrate our collab launch with Morgan Bialkowski! ​🎶 Live Music: Sparky Steeves 🧦 Sock Pickup: Ready starting at 3 PM 🖼️ Silent Auction: Bid on the "Stay a While" framed canvas ✨️ Bonus: First 20 pickups get a free SRRAC sticker! ​When: Saturday, May 9 | 3 PM – 6 PM ​Let’s raise a glass to protecting Record Ridge. See you there! 🏔️🍻 ​#SaveRecordRidge #Rossland #Kootenays #CommunityAction #SupportLocalArt

Yes, Rossland used to be a mining town. But we also used to rip down the mountain on wooden skis and leather boots. Things change. Today, the town is known for world-class trails, backcountry terrain, and a tourism economy built on outdoor recreation, drawing people from across B.C. and beyond. The proposed open-pit mine on Record Ridge could impact that reality. We stand with local tourism businesses and organizations like @saverecordridge around Rossland, calling on the Province to pause further approvals and withhold permits until key concerns around tourism, public health, ecosystems, and Indigenous rights, are fully and transparently addressed. This week, a judicial review in Rossland will help determine what happens next. Stop. Think. Because once decisions like this are made, there’s no easy way back. This isn’t about choosing between economy and environment. In Rossland, they’re the same thing. Link in bio for more information.