Raincoast: science and conservation
Raincoast Conservation Foundation is a science-based registered charity that applies a unique model of informed advocacy to protect the lands, waters, and wildlife of coastal British Columbia. Led by a team of conservationists and scientists, Raincoast’s projects are rooted in rigorous, peer-reviewed research and science, and informed by community engagement.
Since 1996, Raincoast Conservation Foundation has been making progress toward our habitat and wildlife protection goals. Our on-the-ground presence has given us a deep-rooted understanding of BC’s vast coastline.
Central to Raincoast’s efforts are long-standing relationships with Indigenous Nations. We work in partnership with scientists, governments, local communities, and NGOs to build support for decisions that protect freshwater, marine, and terrestrial habitat in coastal BC.
The foundation operates an applied conservation research lab at the University of Victoria, a conservation genetics lab at the Pacific Science Enterprise Centre, runs a 68-foot Transport Canada certified research sailing vessel, and operates a coastally-focused land trust, making it unique in Canada.
Our mandate: Investigate. Inform. Inspire.
We investigate to understand coastal species and processes. We inform by bringing science to decision-makers and communities. We inspire action to protect wildlife and wildlife habitats.
Our vision
Our vision for coastal British Columbia is to protect the habitats and resources of umbrella species. We believe this approach will help safeguard all species, including people, and ecological processes that exist at different scales.
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