Reports and books
As a natural extension of our primary scientific literature, Raincoast also compiles popular reports designed to inform the public, stakeholders, and decision makers on conservation issues relevant to coastal British Columbia.
Harrison River watershed: Water quality report for the 2024-25 wet season
A total of 9 water samples were collected from field locations within the Harrison River watershed (Table 1) on January 31, 2025, by the Raincoast Healthy Waters team alongside representatives of the Sts’ailes First Nation.
Green/Cheakamus watersheds: Water quality report for the 2024-25 wet season
A total of 16 water samples were collected from field locations within the Green/Cheakamus watersheds on November 12, 2024.
Ta’talu watershed: Water quality report for the 2024-25 wet season
This preliminary assessment of water quality in the Ta’talu watershed reflects the first of four site visits; our understanding of water quality in these watersheds will grow with additional sampling over the coming two years (2025-26).
Anderson Creek watershed: Water quality report for the 2024-25 wet season
A total of 12 water samples were collected from field locations within the Anderson Creek watershed on December 12, 2024. An additional 10 samples of tap water were obtained from homes and businesses in the surrounding community on the same day.
Fraser River Estuary fish habitat: Contaminant concentrations, profiles and risks in water and sediment
Scott S, Roper P, Scott DC, Noel M, Ross PS. 2026. Fraser River Estuary fish habitat: Contaminant concentrations, profiles and risks in water and sediment. Raincoast Conservation Foundation. https://doi.org/10.70766/9.66067
Water quality monitoring strategies for Metro Vancouver
Clean water is vital to people and wildlife in the Metro Vancouver (MV) region, providing safe drinking water, clean habitat for fish and wildlife, an abundance of recreational opportunities, and traditional food sources central to the way of life of First Nations. Despite its importance, clean water faces pressure from contaminants, urban developments, and floods, droughts, and fires associated with climate change.
q̓ʷətəms t̓ɩšosəm (Sliammon Creek) watershed: Water quality report for the 2024-25 wet season
A total of 11 water samples were collected from field locations within the Sliammon Creek watershed (Table 1) on December 11, 2024 by the Raincoast Healthy Waters team alongside representatives of the Pacific Salmon Foundation and Tla’amin Nation.
Quw’utsun Sta’lo’ (Cowichan River) watershed: Water quality report for the 2025 dry season
A total of 12 water samples were collected from field locations within the Quw’utsun Sta’lo’ (Cowichan River) watershed and an additional 10 samples of tap water were obtained from homes and businesses in the surrounding community.
Quw’utsun Sta’lo’ (Cowichan River) watershed: Water quality report for the 2024-25 wet season
A total of 12 water samples were collected from field locations within the Quw’utsun Sta’lo’ (Cowichan River) watershed and an additional 10 samples of tap water were obtained from homes and businesses in the surrounding community.
Tod Creek watershed: Water quality report for the 2025 dry season
In partnership with Capital Regional District (CRD) Staff, Tsartlip First Nation, W̱SÁNEĆ Leadership Council (WLC) and with support from Friends of Tod Creek.
Tod Creek watershed: Water quality report for the 2024-25 wet season
In partnership with Capital Regional District (CRD) Staff, Tsartlip First Nation, W̱SÁNEĆ Leadership Council (WLC) and with support from Friends of Tod Creek.
Tod Creek watershed: Water quality report for the 2024 dry season
In partnership with Capital Regional District (CRD) Staff, Tsartlip First Nation, W̱SÁNEĆ Leadership Council (WLC) and with support from Friends of Tod Creek.