Raincoast’s flagship projects

Through directed conservation efforts on umbrella species, Raincoast strives to protect all species and ecosystem processes existing along the British Columbia coastline.

We use on-the-ground, peer-reviewed science to further these objectives and more accurately understand the complexities of the coastal ecosystem. By furthering our knowledge base we are better equipped to both influence decision makers and inspire the public in an effort to conserve and protect the wild salmon, herring, grizzly bears, wolves, marine mammals, and marine birds, who make this coast their home.

Auston Chhor wearing a blue shirt standing in front of the ocean.

Jane’s Walk Vancouver, with Auston Chhor: Charting a path towards a False Creek of the past

This walk will take place in along south False Creek. We’ll discuss current and historical threats facing water quality and aquatic habitat in the creek.
4 youth watch as someone draws on a whiteboard onboard Achiever.

Encouraging and recognizing youth environmental action

Raincoast and Take a Stand: Youth for Conservation launch another edition of the Student Innovation Challenge to empower youth voices and actions.
Belugas surface watchfully, together, in an inlet on a beautiful sunny day with light dancing on the water.

Too loud to talk? Belugas tune in to ultrasonic channels

New research shows that beluga whales may exploit ultrasonic signals to maintain communication in noisy environments.
Aerial shot of 5 humpback whales swimming near the surface.

DNA from dives: Species detection of humpback whales (Megaptera novaeangliae) from flukeprint eDNA

New study uses non-invasive water sampling to detect presence of humpback whales.
Chum salmon swim along the bottom of the river floor.

Policy brief – supporting freshwater salmon habitat through the Water Sustainability Act

It is important to remember that our water, and the incredible fish that return to our watersheds, are one of our greatest natural resources and are an integral part of strong and resilient local economies.
Paul Paquet kneels for the perfect photo.

Episode 7: A special tribute to wolves and women with Paul Paquet

In our seventh Of Wolves and Women episode, Paul Paquet reflects on the profound impact the women featured in this series have had on both his life and his understanding of wolves.
A photo of trees reflected in calm water with a party cloudy sky in the background.

Tod Creek watershed: Water quality report for the 2023/24 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.