River flows restored just in time for returning sockeye

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Sturgeon Bank — a stretch of the Fraser River delta located off the west coast of Richmond, British Columbia — has lost at least 160 hectares of tidal marsh habitat over the last three decades due to dredging, dikes, and other human interventions.

Peer-reviewed research: Pathogen threats from salmon aquaculture to wild Pacific salmon conservation in B.C.

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A new scientific review highlights significant concerns regarding the spread of pathogens from farmed salmon to wild Pacific salmon populations in British Columbia. The peer-reviewed summary, titled ‘Pathogens from salmon aquaculture in…

Community Bursary Spotlight: Samantha Rhodes

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PSF’s Stewardship Community Bursary program awards multiple $2,500 bursaries every year to post-secondary students in B.C. and the Yukon who are pursuing a career related to Pacific salmon. Eligible applicants must be residents of B.C.…

Restoring the Heart of Hiłsyaqƛis

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Sturgeon Bank — a stretch of the Fraser River delta located off the west coast of Richmond, British Columbia — has lost at least 160 hectares of tidal marsh habitat over the last three decades due to dredging, dikes, and other human interventions.

New State of Salmon Report highlights widespread declines for most salmon in B.C.

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Sept. 19, 2024 Vancouver, B.C. – Pacific salmon are in decline across British Columbia and the Yukon, according to a new report from the Pacific Salmon Foundation (PSF). More than 70 per cent of salmon are below their long-term average…

Community Bursary Spotlight: Cain Tipton

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Every year, PSF’s Stewardship Community Bursary program awards bursaries worth $2,500 each to support students in B.C. and the Yukon with a passion for salmon. Eligible applicants must be residents of B.C. or the Yukon, show financial need,…

Bringing the Salmon Home

Join us on Friday, October 4 at the Waterfront Theatre on Granville Island for a documentary film event.

Where to spot salmon: Tri-Cities

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Fall in the Tri-Cities signals the start of salmon spawning season for coho and chum, as well as pinks in odd numbered years like 2023.  Here are some of our favourite public spots to view spawning salmon in Port Moody, Coquitlam and Port Coquitlam!…

Where to spot salmon: Vancouver Island

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Here are some of our favourite public spots to view spawning salmon on Vancouver Island. We've included family-friendly locations with clearly marked trails and viewing areas. If you have a favourite spot to share, email us!   Goldstream…

Where to spot salmon: Metro Vancouver and Sea-to-Sky

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Fall in Metro Vancouver signals the start of salmon spawning season for coho and chum, as well as pinks in odd-numbered years like 2023.  Here are some of our favourite public spots to view spawning salmon. We've included family-friendly locations…

Where to spot salmon: Southern Interior B.C.

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Here are some of our favourite public spots to view spawning salmon in the Southern Interior of B.C. We've included family friendly locations with clearly marked trails and viewing areas. If you have a favourite spot to share or more information…

CALL FOR ARTISTS! 2025-2026 SALMON CONSERVATION STAMP ART COMPETITION

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Call for artists! You are invited to enter the 2025/2026 Salmon Conservation Stamp Art Competition, conducted by the Pacific Salmon Foundation. This year marks the 37th annual Salmon Conservation Stamp Art Competition and the winning image…