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.
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.
NoiseTracker: Tracking vessel noise and its implications for Southern Resident killer whales in the Salish Sea
Underwater noise is a primary threat limiting the recovery of critically endangered Southern Resident killer whales (SRKW).
Identifying thermal refuges for salmon in the Coldwater River
As the climate warms, the interaction between surface water and groundwater provides a critical buffer for salmonids facing thermal stress.
Nicola River watershed: Water quality report for the 2023/24 wet season
A total of 6 water samples were collected from field locations within the Nicola River watershed on February 1, 2024 and February 8, 2024 by the Raincoast Healthy Waters team alongside representatives of the Lower Nicola Indian Band and Nooaitch Indian Band.
Sqwa:la (Hope Slough) watershed: Water quality report for the 2024 dry season
This report highlights results from the 2024 dry season water quality sampling carried out with the support and participation of the Pelólxw Tribe.
Quw’utsun Sta’lo’ (Cowichan River) watershed: Water quality report for the 2024 dry season
A total of 12 water samples were collected from field locations within the Quw’utsun Sta’lo’ (Cowichan River) watersheds on August 7, 2024 by the Raincoast Healthy Waters team alongside representatives of Cowichan Tribes. An additional 10 samples of tap water were obtained from homes and businesses in the surrounding community on the same day.