For Immediate Release March 22, 2024 LAKE COWICHAN — B.C. is taking an important step forward in drought preparedness by supporting a new Cowichan Lake weir, ensuring the Cowichan River continues to flow and provide a safe and reliable water supply for people, businesses, the environment and wildlife. “Last year, the iconic Cowichan River almost […]
News Release: Cowichan Weir replacement project receives $14 million from Province of BC
News Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 24, 2024 Cowichan Weir replacement project receives $14 million from Province of BC DUNCAN, BC – The Cowichan Tribes First Nation, Cowichan Valley Regional District (CVRD) and the Cowichan Watershed Board welcome the announcement of $14 million in funding from the Province of British Columbia for the Cowichan Lake […]
Government of Canada announces UNESCO endorsement for British Columbia Salmon Restoration and Innovation Fund project
From: Fisheries and Oceans Canada News release February 21, 2024 Victoria, British Columbia – Pacific salmon hold tremendous value for natural ecosystems, cultural and spiritual practices, jobs and income, and recreational enjoyment along the coast and inland watersheds of British Columbia. The province’s coastal estuaries, where freshwater and ocean water meet, are especially vital habitat to […]
CWB Board Meeting Package -Feb 26 2024
FEB 26 2024 MEETING WILL BE HOSTED ON ZOOM. https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89939256359 Full webinar details are in the agenda. ________________ Orientation to Cowichan Watershed Board Meetings – All Welcome! Date/Time: Last Monday of the month from 9:00am-Noon. No meeting in August or December. Location alternates between: ZOOM Webinar (link circulated by email and on the agenda) Siem […]
Pacific Salmon Action Dialogue #6: Made in BC Salmon Recovery Model, Tom Rutherford
Session 6: Made in BC Salmon Recovery Model February 5th, 2024 – Building on the 3-scale collaborative model discussion, the team has undertaken a deep dive into the Washington State model inner-workings and developed a report, including recommendations for a ‘Made in BC Salmon Recovery Model’. Welcome Remarks: Jordan Point & Michael Meneer ‘A made […]