This mural was painted in support of Damian Kettlewells ``Save Vancouver`s Highland Forest`` project. 

 
Vancouver's green north shore mountains are a signature backdrop and critical to Vancouver's reputation as one of the most beautiful cities in the world.

Vancouver's north shore forests maintain local biodiversity, are likely home to endangered species like the tailed frog and have countless recreational purposes for local residents. The forests are a natural elixir providing clean air and water to 2.3 million residents in the lower mainland.

Tragically an enormous tract of land from Horseshoe Bay to North Vancouver is slated to be fully developed, as they are part of British Pacific Properties (BPP) extensive private land holdings in West Vancouver. This development will change the character of Vancouver and make us resemble most other North American cities. If you want to envision Vancouver’s mountainside in 2030 simply drive out along the Mary Hill Bypass in Coquitlam and see how clearcut development has prospered elsewhere.

Our goal for the fall and winter is to bring Earth Foundation projects to elementary and secondary schools in BC. We want students and youth at risk in our local communities to experience the gift of positive artistic expression, while teaching the interconnectivity of people and the nature that we are surrounded by. Our message is one of appreciation, empowerment and responsibility to the young voices of the future. With your help we can beautify some schools, and strengthen communities with the young hands that live and learn right there.

For this to happen we need your support!