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Letter in support of the proposed increase of a 1,000m approach distance for Southern Resident killer whales
2026 March 232026 April 1

The Government of Canada is seeking public feedback on proposed amendments to the Marine Mammal Regulations that would strengthen protections for endangered Southern Resident killer whales. The following is the formal submission by Raincoast. Letter: March 19, 2026 To: Marine Mammal Regulations inbox dfo [dot] ncrfmmmrconsultation-consultationrmmgprcn [dot] mpo [at] dfo-mpo [dot] gc [dot] ca. Heather…

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Raincoast updates

Building community in nature
2026 March 192026 March 19

A field trip with impact and community driven women of Vancouver.

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Conservation updates

Help us give killer whales a voice
2026 March 182026 March 18

We have a little over three months to raise $77,500 for our marine expedition to take place!

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Seasonal shifts in a wolf’s life
2026 March 172026 March 17

What does a wolf’s development look like?

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Investigate and inform

In an era of scarcity, the Pacific Salmon Treaty must strengthen conservation
2026 March 132026 May 12

Canada and the U.S. can continue to simply negotiate for our piece of a smaller and smaller pie, or we can come together to defend the legacy of wild salmon in our two countries.

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Scientific literature

The high price of motherhood in Northern Resident killer whales
2026 March 122026 August 13

New study finds that the demands of maternal care can have lifelong impacts in this threatened population.

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Letter: Urgent recommendation for the renewal and expansion of the British Columbia Salmon Restoration and Innovation Fund (BCSRIF)
2026 March 102026 March 13

Letter to Honourable Joanne Thompson, Minister of Fisheries.

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Raincoast updates

Hug a tree for science!
2026 March 102026 March 10

Have you ever seen a big tree and wondered what you could do to ensure it can be protected for future generations? Well, let us introduce you to the BC BigTree Registry! The BC BigTree Registry is a citizen science-powered initiative that works to document, monitor, and protect British Columbia’s ancient trees and associated old-growth…

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The Islands Trust Policy Statement, and how it’s veering off-course
2026 March 92026 March 13

A lot can happen in seven years.

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Investigate and inform

Ensure the long-term stability of projects dedicated to the recovery of wild salmon (BCSRIF)
2026 March 92026 April 14

We call on the federal government to make good on its promise to protect the BC Salmon Restoration and Innovation Fund (BCSRIF).

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How to measure a tree
2026 March 52026 March 16

Measuring height, diameter, and crown spread of a big tree can present many challenges. Here’s a few tips and tricks to help you out.

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Events

We’re bringing the environmental community together with a new event: The Confluence
2026 March 42026 April 14

Join us for this Friday night mixer designed to spark honest conversations, new relationships, and bold ideas.

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