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No buffer left: Southern Residents face too many threats

No buffer left: Southern Residents face too many threats

Raincoast Conservation Foundation Sep 11, 2026

Webinar recording: Leveraging emotional intelligence in a toxic workplace

Webinar recording: Leveraging emotional intelligence in a toxic workplace

Sep 9, 2026

Hydrocarbon levels in the Fraser River Estuary threaten salmon as Ottawa considers new oil infrastructure

Hydrocarbon levels in the Fraser River Estuary threaten salmon as Ottawa considers new oil infrastructure

Sep 8, 2026

At a Crossroads

At a Crossroads

Sep 7, 2026

A turkey vulture with outstretched wings soars in the sky above a blurred background of greenery and water, showcasing typical turkey vulture behavior.

When turkey vultures attack

ByRaincoast Conservation FoundationJul 6, 2026

A patchwork of vintage lace, crochet, embroidered fabric, and floral textiles in shades of cream, pink, and beige showcases exquisite stitching arranged on a white background.

Stitching Through the World Cup

ByAna BuzzalinoJul 6, 2026

A cyclist rides a mountain bike on a forest trail surrounded by tall trees and mossy logs, with "Victoria X Tri" text on the image, capturing the adventure in stunning photos.

Victoria X Tri, photos

ByHuman Powered RacingJul 4, 2026

A Bluesky stretches overhead, dotted with scattered white clouds.

VicPD pays six years in salary to suspended officers

ByStephen HarrisonJul 4, 2026

A large flock of birds, including iconic wildlife, flies low over water with several cranes and a cargo ship at a British Columbia port in the background.

Is British Columbia’s iconic wildlife part of our future – or our past?

ByRaincoast Conservation FoundationJul 2, 2026

A lone wolf stands on a deserted, misty beach with a bird flying nearby and dense forest in the background, highlighting the vital role wolves play in maintaining healthy ecosystems.

Wolves role in healthy ecosystems

ByRaincoast Conservation FoundationJul 2, 2026

A doctor writes notes while a pregnant woman, mindful of tick bites and Lyme disease risks during pregnancy, sits nearby holding her belly and smiling during a medical consultation in an office.

Lyme disease and your pregnancy: Why avoiding tick bites could protect your unborn child

ByCanadian Lyme Disease FoundationJul 1, 2026

A large salmon with a speckled body swims underwater, with several other fish visible in the background.

MCC submits feedback on the 2026/2027 IFMP for salmon

ByMCC | Pacific Marine Conservation CaucusJul 1, 2026

People sit in pairs on a grassy field at sunset, celebrating Independence Day, with a dog walking nearby and trees in the background. Sunlight streams through the scene.

Happy Canada Day, happy Independence Day

ByEITC | The Emotional Intelligence Training CompanyJul 1, 2026

Aerial view of a dense evergreen forest near a body of water, with the text "What Canada are you for?" overlaid in the center, inviting Canadians to reflect on their vision—perhaps even as imagined by Prime Minister Carney.

Prime Minister Carney recently asked what Canadians ‘are for’

ByRaincoast Conservation FoundationJul 1, 2026

Lack of experience no obstacle at this obstacle course

ByCanadian Lyme Disease FoundationJun 30, 2026

Seven people sit around a table in a cafe, smiling at the camera. Plates, cups, and name tags are on the table. Colorful artwork and a "Tea Salon" sign highlight the sense of community and collaboration shared in this warm gathering.

Connection in Action: What we built together

ByBuilding Resilient NeighbourhoodsJun 29, 2026

A close-up view of a pile of assorted cream, white, and beige buttons in various sizes, shapes, and hole patterns—perfect for a morning activity or a bit of treasure hunting adventure.

A Morning Spent Treasure Hunting

ByAna BuzzalinoMay 25, 2026

Two raw Alaska-caught salmon fillets are sprinkled with green herbs and placed on a black surface, surrounded by slices of lemon—premium seafood that's a fresh favorite in B.C. stores.

So you live in B.C., but you’re mostly finding Alaska-caught salmon in stores. Why?

ByRaincoast Conservation FoundationMay 22, 2026

An orca whale, classified as endangered wildlife under SARA's jeopardy clause, partially emerges from the surface of the ocean, with its head and dorsal fin visible above the water.

Weakening SARA’s “jeopardy clause” would directly jeopardize Canada’s endangered wildlife

ByRaincoast Conservation FoundationMay 21, 2026

A hand holds a transparent rain gauge marked with "Raincoast Conservation Foundation" against an outdoor grassy landscape, part of a study on chemical pollution impacting Fraser River Chinook salmon under a clear sky.

Young Fraser River Chinook salmon swimming in chemical soup, study finds

ByRaincoast Conservation FoundationMay 21, 2026

A hand holds a clear rain gauge labeled "Raincoast Conservation Foundation" outdoors, with water droplets inside and a grassy landscape in the background—part of an SFU study on threats facing Fraser River Chinook salmon.

Young Fraser River Chinook salmon swimming in chemical soup, SFU study finds

ByRaincoast Conservation FoundationMay 21, 2026

A woman in a white dress sits on a chintz sofa, looking down at her hands. Beige curtains and a vase with flowers are in the background.

The Chintz Sofa

ByQueer Art HistoryMay 20, 2026

A notebook page with "Growing Pains" written in cursive, "Sonja Ahlers" printed below, and a drawing of two crossed palm trees captures the essence of change and growth.

Growing Pains

Byflask publishingMay 20, 2026

Hand-stitched embroidery on white fabric featuring the word "CIRCLES," a circular pattern with blue and yellow thread, and the year "2016" sewn at the bottom right, crafted with expert needle and thread work.

The Rhythm of Needle and Thread

ByAna BuzzalinoMay 18, 2026

A killer whale, a species at risk in Canada, swims near the water’s surface with its dorsal fin and part of its head visible; some grass appears in the foreground.

Canada’s Species at Risk Act is, itself, at risk

ByRaincoast Conservation FoundationMay 15, 2026

A group of Southern Resident killer whales swim near the surface of calm water beside a large cargo ship with shipping containers, with a forested shoreline in the background—an iconic scene along BC coastal sediments.

Study: Toxic hydrocarbon hotspots in BC coastal sediments, threatening Southern Resident killer whales and Chinook salmon

ByRaincoast Conservation FoundationMay 15, 2026

A pod of killer whales swims in calm water with a small, tree-covered island in the background under a cloudy sky. Their calls echo across the surface, adding nature’s voice to the tranquil scene.

Give killer whales a voice…for years to come

ByRaincoast Conservation FoundationMay 14, 2026

A group of Southern Resident killer whales swims near the surface of calm water close to a large container ship, with a forested shoreline and BC coastal sediments visible in the background.

New study shows toxic hydrocarbon hotspots in BC coastal sediments, threatening Southern Resident killer whales and Chinook salmon

ByRaincoast Conservation FoundationMay 14, 2026

A group of Southern Resident killer whales swims near the surface of calm water beside a large container ship labeled "MSC LISA" and "MAERSK.

New study shows toxic hydrocarbon hotspots in BC coastal sediments, threatening Southern Resident killer whales and the Chinook salmon they consume

ByRaincoast Conservation FoundationMay 14, 2026

Several people wearing work clothes and waders plant young trees or stakes along the edge of a shallow stream in a forested area to restore salmon habitat.

To restore salmon habitat, one must act like the beaver

ByRaincoast Conservation FoundationMay 13, 2026

Black and white illustration of a cityscape with a river running through the center, bridges crossing the water, and a prominent clock tower in the foreground—echoing the era when 19th Century midwives shaped social assistance networks.

The unofficial social assistance networks of 19th Century midwives

ByNicola TempleMay 13, 2026

A redacted VicPD police report with multiple sections and names blacked out—including several "23(b)" notations in red—details incidents involving police cars and reports of officers allegedly hitting people.

VicPD doesn’t want you to know they’re probably still hitting people with police cars

ByStephen HarrisonMay 13, 2026

Book cover for "Bride Machine" by Christine Walde, featuring the book’s title in abstract black text layered over a glass sheet on a stark white background.

Bride Machine

Byflask publishingMay 13, 2026

Six hands of different skin tones grasp each other's wrists, forming a connected circle over grass, symbolizing unity and teamwork within survivor-led circles and the mission of Voices Against Hate.

VCST Launches “Voices Against Hate: Survivor-Led Circles for Change”

ByVictoria Coalition for Survivors of TortureMay 12, 2026

An orca swims near the surface of the blue Salish Sea, with green branches partially visible in the foreground.

Keeping watch on the Salish Sea

ByRaincoast Conservation FoundationMay 12, 2026

A hand holds a clear rain gauge labeled "Raincoast Conservation Foundation" outdoors over grassy terrain, where fieldwork crews monitor the health of estuary salmon amid logs and blue sky in the background.

What our estuary salmon fieldwork crews are up to

ByRaincoast Conservation FoundationMay 11, 2026