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Fish & Fisheries

Salmon are the icon of a vibrant culture and economy in BC, and their migration is one of the marvels of the natural world.

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How long does it take for salmon to change colour after reaching fresh water?

As shown in the photo at the right, sockeye salmon turn bright red when they return to freshwater to spawn.

Professor Salmon answers a fisherman’s question about how long salmon live when they return to the river system and how quickly they change colour.


Posted by Leith on 03/16/09
Water & Habitat

Destruction of habitat and water is one of the major threats to salmon.

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What are the impacts of flooding on Salmon?

A Grade 3-4 class in Washington state asks how the severe floods in early December will affect salmon.


Posted by Leith on 01/12/09
Governance

Collaborative governance that focuses on watersheds, salmon and other resources will enable decisions and policy to support healthy ecosystems.

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What is the Pacific Salmon Commission?

As the implementation body for the Pacific Salmon Treaty, the Pacific Salmon Commission’s goals are conservation, management and optimum production of Pacific Salmon.

Sockeye


Posted by Megan Moser on 03/27/09
Engagement

The more citizens understand how our well being is vitally connected to salmon and watersheds, the more motivated they are to be active stewards and agents of behaviour change.

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Stewardship Pemberton Society Banners by Vanessa Stark

Salmon Spawning

Painting by Vanessa Stark

See two beautiful banners painted by Vanessa Stark for the Stewardship Pemberton Society.

Stewardship Pemberton Society serves the community through environmental stewardship initiatives, an inclusive group welcoming community involvement.


Posted by James on 02/12/10