Healthy Habitat.
Thriving Wildlife.
Stronger BC.

The Fish, Wildlife and Habitat Coalition of British Columbia unites partner organizations in a shared commitment to advancing biodiversity, restoring ecosystems, and securing the long-term sustainability of BC’s fish, wildlife, and natural habitats through strong advocacy and collaborative conservation leadership.
  • Fraser Valley Angling Guide Association
  • Guide Outfitters Association of BC
  • Traditional Bowhunters of BC
  • Yellowstone to Yukon
  • Great River Fishing
  • BC Nature
  • Commercial Bear Viewing Association
  • Skeena Wild
  • Coast to Cascades Grizzley Bear Intiative
  • WSSBC
  • Hunters for BC
  • Ducks Unlimited Canada
  • United Bowhunters of BC
  • Watershed Watch Salmon Society
  • Wilderness Tourism Association of BC
  • British Columbia Chapter of Backcountry Hunters & Anglers
  • BC Fishing Tourism Association
  • Raincoast Conservation Foundation
  • BCWF
  • The Steelhead Society of British Columbia
  • Outdoor Recreation Council of BC
  • CPAWS BC
  • Wildlife Stewardship Council
  • BC Trappers Association
  • Wildsight
  • BC Federation of Fly Fishers
  • BC Federation of Drift Fishers
  • Fraser Valley Salmon Society
Our Impact

Conserving Habitat
for Future Generations

We engage in projects that protect, restore and enhance the habitats that fish, wildlife and communities depend on.

Protecting Fish
Habitat

Protecting Wildlife Habitat

Conserving Wildlife
Habitat

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Outdoor Recreation
& Access

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Wildlife Resources
& Sustainability

About Us

Our Coalition in Numbers

The Fish, Wildlife, and Habitat Coalition represents groups with diverse interests, including environmental organizations, hunting and angling guides, conservation organizations, wildlife viewing and ecotourism, naturalists, hunters, anglers, and trappers, with over 300,000 members and more than 1,000 businesses across the Province of British Columbia.
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Recomendations

Our Position on Key Wildlife Issues

We are a coalition of diverse memberships calling on the government to establish BC as a leader in fish, wildlife and habitat management.

  • Legislated Objectives for Wildlife and Habitat

    30 x 30 and Land Use Planning

    We support long-term land use planning; however, BC’s biodiversity crisis demands immediate action to protect vulnerable species and ecosystems. We cannot wait for LUP to be completed before taking steps to prevent further loss.
  • Governance Reform and Accountability

    Wildlife Act Review

    Link to the content being developed: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1wVBgDtehlU1ZI2VwwvKvh8xhy6iGE8awtyqOe_x6nRE/edit?tab=t.0 Core Position: The Wildlife Act must establish conservation of wildlife and habitat as a legislated objective that guides decisions across government. Key Asks:
  • Dedicated, Stable Funding

    Dedicated, Stable Funding

    Fish, wildlife and habitat conservation in British Columbia is significantly underfunded, with current investments falling far short of what is needed to protect and restore ecosystems across the province.
Projects

Challenges We Have Tackled Together

Discover how our partners are making a positive impact in your communities today.

  • Copper Valley Mine
    Habitat, Policy

    Setting the Record Straight on BC’s 30×30 Target

    Countering the Association for Mineral Exploration’s Assertions on the Amount of Protected Area in British Columbia Download PDF Version: This article is a brief overview of findings outlined in the aforementioned PDF version. The PDF version of this article includes full citations and offers a more complete picture of what is being presented here. Please […]
  • Raincoast and Ducks Unlimited Canada team up to tackle the Fraser River Estuary
    Habitat

    Restoring the Fraser River Estuary: Rebuilding Habitat for Salmon and Wildlife

    The Fraser River Estuary is one of the most ecologically important landscapes in British Columbia. Stretching across the Lower Mainland where freshwater meets the Salish Sea, the estuary supports millions of juvenile salmon as they transition from river systems to the ocean. It also provides critical habitat for migratory birds, aquatic species, and coastal wildlife. […]
News & Updates

Stay Informed

Updates, announcements and stories from across the province

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Stronger Together for a Healthier BC

Join our coalition of partners working to protect and restore the places fish, wildlife and communities call home.