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…
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…
A look back on our impact in 2020
Here is a look back on the impact we had last year… 2020 wasn’t all bad! Thank you for helping…
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…
An Influx of Information
Having graduated from highschool in June of 2020, I’d always imagined I’d be writing and researching this winter. I just…
New video: The Terminal 2 expansion and Southern Resident killer whales and Fraser River Chinook salmon
The Port of Vancouver is proposing to expand its shipping terminal in the Fraser River estuary, a project that will…
World Wetland Day event, Tuesday February 2
Dave Scott will present at the World Wetland Day event on Februrary 2 nd about salmon and the importance of…
Raincoast Study: Chinook salmon exhibit long-term rearing and early marine growth in the Fraser River, B.C., a large urban estuary
A new paper published by a team of researchers, including Raincoast scientists, and led by Lia Chalifour, finds additional evidence…
Seven years in the Lower Fraser
In 2014, Raincoast initiated its work in the Lower Fraser River. From primary research and physical habitat restoration to engagement…
Adapting for ecological resilience
Since 2017, Raincoast has been collaborating with the Lower Fraser Fisheries Alliance, West Coast Environmental Law, and the Martin Conservation…
A vision for wild salmon in the Lower Fraser
In March 2020, Raincoast published the report Toward a vision for salmon habitat in the Lower Fraser River. The report…
Tracking Raincoast’s impact through 2020
While 2020 was a year of challenge and change we still have a lot to celebrate. We raised funds to…
The problem with hatcheries and hopes for wild salmon
Pacific salmon are foundationally important to Canada’s wildlife, food security, cultures, and economy. Yet, salmon catches have declined precipitously in…
Roberts Bank Terminal 2 and the heart of the Fraser Estuary
In March of 2020, a federal review panel concluded that the Terminal 2 shipping expansion project would have significant adverse…
Fostering resilience for 2021 and beyond
Expect the unexpected. Who could have predicted that old adage would so accurately sum up 2020? From the pandemic to…
Research: Conservation in heavily urbanized biodiverse regions requires urgent management action and attention to governance
The Fraser River estuary, which once supported Canada’s largest wild salmon runs, is now home to over half of British…
A Conservation Prospectus for the Fraser River Estuary
Research published today in Conservation Science and Practice indicates that 102 species at risk of extinction in the Fraser River…
Fraser Estuary Connectivity Project makes substantial difference to salmon
Just as we were getting excited about starting our field season to monitor the effectiveness of Raincoast’s Fraser Estuary Connectivity…
Federal Minister presses pause on Terminal 2
It’s been a while since I’ve had much cause for optimism about the Port of Vancouver’s plans for the Fraser…
Protected: Notes From the Field: Monitoring an active restoration project… in a pandemic
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US organizations call on Washington State to oppose Canada’s Terminal 2 expansion in the Salish Sea
41 environmental and sustainability organizations in Washington State have written Governor Jay Inslee (PDF) asking him to oppose RBT2 on…
Terminal 2 Backgrounder: Impacts to Fraser Chinook salmon
The Port of Vancouver is proposing to double the size of its Deltaport shipping terminal at Roberts Bank beside the…
Port of Vancouver proposed expansion threatens Fraser Estuary habitat
The Port of Vancouver is proposing to double the size of the terminal at Deltaport, in Tsawwassen, putting further stress…
Terminal 2 expansion threatens the Fraser estuary
The Port of Vancouver is proposing to double the size of its shipping terminal at Roberts Bank, putting further stress…