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Salmon Data
Our Salmon Watersheds Program is actively strengthening the baseline of scientific information available for wild Pacific salmon populations and their habitats.
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Investments
Our Community Salmon Program supports volunteer and community–driven organizations that undertake salmon conservation and restoration projects.
Marine Science
Our research efforts, conservation initiatives, and commitment to salmon health studies make up our Marine Science program in the Salish Sea.
State of Salmon
How are salmon doing?
PSF’s State of Salmon Report covers the state and trends of all six species of Pacific salmon, including steelhead, in 10 major regions across B.C. and the Yukon.
The majority of salmon are in long-term decline, yet some species are showing recovery in certain regions, demonstrating the resilience of salmon.
Two-thirds of salmon populations are below their long-term averages, but some species have increased in abundance, especially in southern regions.
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Comment: Norway’s lesson for B.C.’s wild salmon
BlogPSF’s Michael Meneer urges Canada to uphold its commitment to ban on open-net pens in British Columbia by 2029. Leading up to Norway Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre’s visit to Ottawa, Canada's decision to ban open-net pens in British Columbia presents an opportunity to innovate our industry.

Community Bursary Spotlight: Liam Archbold
Blog, Community Salmon ProgramLiam Archbold is an emerging salmon leader, B.Sc. student at BCIT, and active volunteer with Mossom Creek Hatchery and Education Centre in Port Moody. He is also a proud recipient of PSF’s Stewardship Community Bursary. Every year, this program awards multiple $2,500 bursaries to post-secondary students in B.C. and the Yukon pursuing careers related to Pacific salmon.
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