Science and conservation programs
Investigate. Inform. Inspire.
Photo by Alex Harris / Raincoast Conservation Foundation.
How we work
Raincoast’s in-house scientists, collaborating graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, and professors make us unique among conservation groups. We work with First Nations, academic institutions, government and other NGOs to gather information and build support for decisions that protect marine and terrestrial ecosystems, their components and processes.
Driven by evidence
We conduct applied, process-oriented, and hypothesis-driven research that has immediate and relevant utility for the conservation debate and the collective body of scientific knowledge.
Tod Creek watershed: Water quality report for the 2023/24 wet season
In partnership with Capital Regional District (CRD) Staff,…
Cowichan River watershed: Water quality report for the 2023/24 wet season
A total of 12 water samples were collected…
Chemainus River watershed: Water quality report for the 2023/24 wet season
A total of 12 water samples were collected…
Report: Tackling microfibre pollution through science, policy, and innovation
This report provides support for decision-making on microfibres,…
Anderson Creek watershed: Water quality report for the 2023/24 wet season
This report highlights results from the first wet…
Watershed report: Sqwa:la (Hope Slough): Water quality report for the 2023 wet season
This report highlights results from the first wet…