Brant Wildlife Festival
“Celebrating 35 Years of Nature, Community, and Conservation”
2026 marks the 35th anniversary of the Brant Wildlife Festival, a beloved community celebration of nature and the rich biodiversity of the Mount Arrowsmith Biosphere Region.
Each year, more than 150 volunteers help host over 30 events, welcoming more than 3,000 guests in a single weekend to connect with nature, learn about conservation, and witness the spectacular return of the Pacific Black Brant geese to the Parksville Qualicum Beach Wildlife Management Area.
This weekend long, multi-location celebration of nature, environmental education, and sustainable tourism remains the only festival of its kind on Vancouver Island and a testament to our region’s enduring commitment to stewardship and community connection.
Thank you to the 2026 Brant Wildlife Festival sponsors!
The success of the Brant Wildlife Festival is made possible by generous sponsorships and donations. We would like to express a heartfelt thank-you to previous and ongoing sponsors, who have helped the festival thrive since 1991.
Brant Tier $5,000 and over
Heron Tier $2,500 - $4,999
Eagle Tier $1,000 - $2,499
Sandpiper Tier $500 - $1,999
Prize Sponsors
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Supporting the Brant Wildlife Festival connects your business with a growing network of community members and local non profit organizations who care about the region’s environmental and economic future. It demonstrates your commitment to conservation, education, and community well-being while generating meaningful local economic benefits and authentic visibility among an engaged audience.
35th Anniversary!
Since 1991 the Brant Wildlife Festival has been connecting people to nature and made possible by volunteers and sponsorships
Learn more about Black Brant Geese and our UNESCO designated Mount Arrowsmith Biosphere Region MABR
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