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Government of British Columbia: Climate Change - http://www.env.gov.bc.ca/air/climate/index.html
News, detailed environmental reports and related policy documents including the report "Indicators of Climate Change in BC" is available in PDF format or to view by topic area with technical background papers and references for each topic. |
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OceanLink - http://www.oceanlink.island.net/
An interactive information page for the Marine sciences. |
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Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of British Columbia (APEGBC) - http://www.apeg.bc.ca/
Licensing and regulatory body responsible for the province's more than 24,000 engineers and geoscientists. Includes searchable member directory, member services, events and resources. |
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Michael Smith Laboratories - http://www.michaelsmith.ubc.ca/
Offers research projects in molecular genetics, fermentation and bio-process engineering, synthesis and sequencing, protein analysis, cell culture and downstream processing, biomolecular thermodynamics and production of gene knock-outs. Located in Vancouver. |
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Recycling Council of British Columbia - http://www.rcbc.bc.ca/
Nonprofit organization committed to waste avoidance. Site has information about recycling, household hazardous waste, and the BC materials exchange. |
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Bear Aware - http://www.bearaware.bc.ca
Information to teach and motivate people living in bear country BC about how to reduce and prevent problems with grizzly and black bears. A stewardship conservation education program for communities in bear habitat. |
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British Columbia Agriculture Council - http://www.bcac.bc.ca
Addresses cross-commodity issues in agriculture and provides a forum for farmers and ranchers to work together to develop agricultural policies, and advance those policies. It also functions as a watchdog for farmers advising them of emerging local and global developments. |
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Georgia Strait Alliance - http://www.georgiastrait.org/
Protect and restore the marine environment of Georgia Strait. Includes newsletter, membership details, and resources on many environmental issues including a green boating guide. |
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Ecotrust Canada - http://www.ecotrust.ca/
Promote conservation-based development as a means to a conservation economy in the coastal temperate rain forests. Information on activities, projects and publications. |
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British Columbia Environmental Network - http://www.ecobc.org/
Network of community-based environmental organizations around the province. Advocates environmental responsibility and community participation in activities leading to ecological sustainability. Issues profiles, directory of member organizations, and other information. |
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Kamloops Wildlife Park - http://www.bczoo.org/
Home of the largest captive breeding centre in North America for endangered burrowing owls. Resources for teachers, kids, and volunteers; visitor information; animal photos and information; and park map. |
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British Columbia Geological Survey - http://www.em.gov.bc.ca/Mining/Geolsurv/default.htm
Information about geology, mining, and related research activities around the province. |
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British Columbia Conservation Foundation - http://www.bccf.com/
Offers projects list, events, reports and an image gallery. |
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Society Promoting Environmental Conservation (SPEC) - http://www.spec.bc.ca/
B.C.'s oldest environmental interest group. Operates an Environmental Resource Centre, lists local environmental events, and initiates various campaigns for better air, water, and land. |
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Vancouver Bioinformatics User Group - http://vanbug.org/
An association of researchers, professionals and students who have an interest in the field of bioinformatics. Background, meetings, directions and contact details. |
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Burrard Inlet Environmental Action Program and Fraser River Estuary Management Program - http://www.bieapfremp.org/
Resource site for BIEAP and FREMP partners, stakeholders, and the general public to further sustainable management of Burrard Inlet and the Fraser River Estuary. Publications, plans, project and event details, and maps. |
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Groundwater in British Columbia - http://www.env.gov.bc.ca/wsd/plan_protect_sustain/groundwater/index.html
The British Columbia Ministry of Environment Lands and Parks provides an overview of groundwater resources. |
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adopt-a-fry.org - http://www.adopt-a-fry.org/
An advocacy and information site about the dangers posed by fish farms to the wild salmon population in the waters off the coast. Features videos, letters, media coverage donation and membership details. |
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BC Lake Stewardship Society - http://www.bclss.org/
Non-profit resource network for people and groups interested in lake issues and lake stewardship. Includes background information, newsletter, event calendar, and regional contact information. |
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Watertalk - http://www.watertalk.org/
An online forum for BC groups and individuals who wish to communicate with others about protecting and restoring water quality. |
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Fish Habitat and Enhancement Branch - http://www-heb.pac.dfo-mpo.gc.ca/
Agency responsible for the protection and restoration of fish habitat, Salmonid Enhancement Programs, planning, community involvement, and public education programs. Workshop information included. Headquarters in Vancouver. |
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Wildlife Tree Stewardship Program - http://www.wildlifetree.org/
Project to conserve dwindling coastal wildlife tree habitats through volunteer monitoring, landowner agreements, and community education along the Strait of Georgia on Vancouver Island. Includes background, list of sponsors, and volunteer details. |
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Salmon: Spirit of the Land and Sea - http://www.oneworldjourneys.com/expeditions/salmon/
Photographic expedition on the biology of Pacific wild salmon in the coastal waters and rivers of British Columbia's Great Bear Rainforest. |
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British Columbia Scientific Cryptozoology Club - http://www.bcscc.ca/
Individuals interested in the investigation of various animals as yet unidentified by science. Includes publications, membership details, links, and animal profiles. |
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Friends of the Nemaiah Valley - http://www.fonv.ca/
Society determined to preserve ecologically sensitive natural environments from destructive human activities such as industrial resource extraction, road building and other similar developments. |
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Salmon River Enhancement Society - http://www.salmonriver.org/
Non-profit society aiming to protect and enhance the natural resources of the Salmon River Watershed in Langley. Includes documents, publications, list of activities and directors, events, and contact information. |
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Fish Passage Structures on the Fraser River - http://www.saxvik.ca/
Description of the engineering restoration of salmon resources after being devastated by rock slide during railway construction from 1912-1914. |
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North Island Explorer - http://northislandexplorer.com/
Explores the natural world of north Vancouver Island. Topics include paleontology, marine biology, travel, kayaking, and hiking. |
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Geochemical Surveys in British Columbia - http://www.em.gov.bc.ca/mining/Geolsurv/Geochinv/geochem.htm
Geochemical databases from the BC Geological Survey, including data from lake sediment, till, and regional geochemical surveys. |