The painful truth of colonization
In light of recent evidence of the unmarked graves of 215 children that have been found at the former Kamloops…
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Join us for the last webinar of our Connected Estuary series
Over the past two months, we have explored what scientists, conservationists and community members can tell us about the history,…
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An opportunity to learn the importance of improved connectivity in the Fraser River Estuary
Join Dave Scott, Raincoast’s Lower Fraser Salmon Program Research and Restoration Coordinator, for an online information session about the upcoming…
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The 2021 Student Innovation Challenge
As our second season of Coastal Insights has drawn to a close, all of us here at Raincoast are feeling…
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Coastal Insights: Eyes on the Coast is complete
Coastal Insights season 1 allowed Raincoast to really dip our feet into online learning during the COVID-19 pandemic to engage…
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Research: Dietary differences among individuals with different genes and coat colours gives insight into the maintenance of the Spirit bears among black bear populations
A new study published by a team of researchers, led by Dr. Christina Service, provides insight into the mechanisms that…
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Research publication led by Dr. Christina Service honoured by the British Ecological Society
At Raincoast, our policy work and outreach are informed by the best available science. Often, that science is conducted by…
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GiveBig Washington to protect killer whales in the Salish Sea.
We are excited to participate in this year’s GiveBig Washington campaign! The 48-hour fundraiser officially starts next week (May 4-5),…
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Drucker and humanistic design
At the University of California, LA, Johanna Drucker works as a professor of Bibliographical Studies. She is also the author…
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The Green and Blue Carbon Stewardship opportunity in BC’s forested and marine ecosystems: Synthesis of key workshop takeaways
On March 17, 2021, Transition Salt Spring, Raincoast Conservation Foundation, and Brinkman Earth Systems hosted a virtual workshop exploring opportunities…
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Unpacking new research on the Fraser Estuary’s importance to Chinook salmon
A new paper, “Chinook salmon exhibit long-term rearing and early marine growth in the Fraser River, B.C., a large urban…
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Building better with feedback loops
“Good sound insulation between suites is a key design feature for building community among residents,” says Maura Chestnutt, Catalyst Community…
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Fraser River juvenile salmon, upstream and in the estuary
Darkened oval markings (parr marks) reach below the lateral line of a squirming salmon and we all knew what we…
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Guardians of the Coast: The next generation of stewards
Youth all over the world are increasingly stepping up and voicing their concerns about the urgent need to address anthropogenic…
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Fostering preparedness and community in multi-unit buildings
Connect & Prepare is a series of free workshops for groups of neighbours that aims to enhance social connections, shared…
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Welcome to Pender Island, where the destruction of a globally rare ecosystem is ongoing
In the Sunday edition of the Times Colonist, Raincoast ran a full page advertisement asking people to call and email…
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Southern Resident killer whales need your voice
With the Canadian federal government set to decide on recovery measures for 2021, we have made it easy for you…
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Building community into the bottom line
Most people want to feel a greater sense of community where they live – but for property managers, it can…
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Hey Neighbour Collective to benefit from CMHC support
We’re thrilled to announce that Hey Neighbour Collective is one of ten 2020 recipients of a CMHC Demonstrations Initiative grant….
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Islands 2050: What will the Gulf Islands look like in 25 years?
The preservation and protection of BC’s Gulf Islands “for the benefit of residents of the trust area and of the…
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Behind The Glass Hunting with Chris Darimont and Chris Pryn
Chris Darimont spoke with hunter and podcaster Chris Pryn to discuss their shared interests in hunting and habitat protection, and…
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Otolith study confirms Harrison Chinook salmon rely on the Fraser River Estuary for early growth
Lia Chalifour is the lead author of a recent study which reveals the early life histories of juvenile Chinook salmon…
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New research identifies ancient culturally-modified trees, and with them the future of forest management
After practising sustainable forest management for millennia, the Kitasoo/Xai’xais Nation has looked to its ancient cedar trees to help guide…
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Join us for a webinar on conservation in action
BC’s coast holds enormous ecological, cultural and economical significance for wildlife, their habitats, and the communities throughout its range and…
