Decades of research link open-net pens
to risks for wild Pacific salmon

How science is paving an evidence-based transition in British Columbia

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Decades of research link open-net pens
to risks for wild Pacific salmon

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How we support salmon

Salmon Data

Our Salmon Watersheds Program is actively strengthening the baseline of scientific information available for wild Pacific salmon populations and their habitats.

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Community
Investments

Our Community Salmon Program supports volunteer and community–driven organizations that undertake salmon conservation and restoration projects.

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Marine Science

Our research efforts, conservation initiatives, and commitment to salmon health studies make up our Marine Science program in the Salish Sea.

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State of Salmon

How are salmon doing?

PSF’s State of Salmon Report covers the state and trends of all six species of Pacific salmon, including steelhead, in 10 major regions across B.C. and the Yukon.

The majority of salmon are in long-term decline, yet some species are showing recovery in certain regions, demonstrating the resilience of salmon.

Two-thirds of salmon populations are below their long-term averages, but some species have increased in abundance, especially in southern regions.

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News & Stories

Global conservation coalition issues joint statement: ‘Wild salmon need healthy rivers now’

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May 29, 2026 Wild salmon need healthy rivers now Early summer marks the start of prime habitat restoration season across the Northern Hemisphere. After most young salmon depart for the ocean, but before adults return to spawn in the fall and…
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Warm winter, low snowpack on B.C.’s south coast put salmon at risk this summer

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With a warmer-than-average summer forecasted and drought conditions already developing, Pacific Salmon Foundation (PSF) is on high alert for adverse impacts on salmon across British Columbia.
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$1.9M released for salmon conservation after record demand

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May 21, 2026 $1.9M released for salmon conservation after record demand PSF awards nearly $2M to advance 144 stewardship projects in B.C. and the Yukon The Pacific Salmon Foundation (PSF) has awarded a record $1.93M to 144 salmon conservation…
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Wild Salmon Day, June 1

Raise the Flag

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B.C. SALMON RECOVERY & RESILIENCE CONFERENCE

October 15 & 16, 2026
Vancouver Convention Centre

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