Unpredictability of spills and how we are addressing them
This capacity will complement – but not replace – the capacity of government agencies and industry, and is intended to deliver expert technical support to First Nations and communities.
Plastic pollution threatens salmon, whales and people
Plastics from just about every sector can now be found all over the world – from mountain tops to the seafloor, from the Arctic to the Antarctic, and from our homes to the ocean. A modern-day scourge that is blighting remote beaches and shorelines, getting mistaken for food by wildlife, and getting into the foods…
Meet Dr. Peter Ross, Director of Raincoast’s new Healthy Waters program
Dr. Peter Ross, an internationally recognized ocean pollution expert, joined the Raincoast team this summer, bringing a wealth of relevant experience and knowledge that we are excited to have.
Dr. Peter S. Ross to lead a new water contaminants program
There is an urgent need for a more comprehensive approach to monitoring water pollution in British Columbia. For these reasons, and more, we are excited to announce that Dr. Ross is leading the new Healthy Waters Program at Raincoast. He will bring new focus, and new reach, to our efforts to safeguard salmon, whales, and people.
Oceans Awards win – Raincoast’s Dr. Chris Darimont honoured with Murray A. Newman Conservation Award
Darimont was recognized for the significance of his work as well as a career that already includes important and leading contributions, in coastal science and conservation…
Panel: the future of killer whale recovery
Through the support of Stream of Consciousness, you can join us on April 18th, either in person or by streaming the event free online. Hosted by CBC’s Bob McDonald, the evening will feature a panel of experts who will be open to questions from the live audience and viewers online.
How I learned to stop worrying and love to run
By Peter Ross
For me, setting sights on the 8K Road Race at the Victoria Marathon as part of Raincoast’s ‘Salmon Run’ team was an opportunity to get into shape…