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Ecofish Research is attending the 2024 Watershed Forum, on November 27-28, where we will highlight our work on the Muchalaht Lake Outlet Restoration Project in British Columbia. This project is part of a broader salmon recovery initiative in the Gold River watershed that addresses key limiting factors for salmon, including degraded spawning habitat and low summer flows. In collaboration with the Nootka Sound Watershed Society (NSWS) and Mowachaht-Muchalaht First Nation (MMFN), Ecofish has developed a flow constriction feature at the outlet of Muchalat Lake. This effective, process-based restoration approach creates passive water storage that depletes gradually during the summer, improving habitat conditions for salmon and Steelhead. The project also includes spawning gravel placement and other habitat restoration actions throughout the watershed. Morgan Hocking, Project Director and Senior Environmental Scientist, and David T West, Technical Lead and Water Resource Engineer, will be in attendance. Connect with them at the forum to learn more about this project and our integrated environmental services. #watershedforum2024

Ecofish Research is attending the Marine Renewables Canada Conference in Halifax this week. Marianne Gilbert, Senior Marine Scientist and lead for the Ecofish Marine Sciences team, will be connecting with industry leaders to explore advancements in the marine renewables sector. Our Marine Sciences team brings deep expertise across diverse disciplines, tailored to meet the needs of the marine renewables sector. With extensive experience in environmental assessment and permitting for Canadian marine infrastructure projects, including major port expansions, we’re committed to advancing renewable energy initiatives. Marianne looks forward to engaging in topical discussions and sharing Ecofish’s insights at this key event! #MarineRenewables #MRC2024

Ecofish Research is looking forward to participating in the BC ESCA Annual Conference, taking place in Coquitlam, BC, on October 16-17. Two of our senior experts will be presenting on key topics: Leif Burge, Ph.D., M.Sc., P.Ag., Project Director, Fluvial Geomorphology and Stream Restoration, will present “Using Floods as an Opportunity for Restoration,” exploring innovative approaches to restoration in flood-affected areas. Jayson Kurtz, B.Sc., R.P.Bio., Project Director and Fisheries Biologist, will co-present with Autumn Cousins of BravoZulu Consulting, a frequent collaborator with Ecofish. Together, they will share insights on “Rethinking Environmental Management Plans,” presenting new strategies for improving environmental management outcomes. Join us as we explore opportunities for advancing erosion and sediment control practices and developing innovative solutions to today’s environmental needs. #BCESCA #BCESCAConference2024

We’ve had a great week connecting with hydropower professionals at Clean Currents 2024. As the event wraps up, we would like to recognize Global Hydropower Day on October 11th, which celebrates the essential role of sustainable hydropower in supporting communities and advancing clean energy around the world.   At Ecofish Research Ltd., a Trinity Consultants Team, we are proud to collaborate with our counterparts within Trinity Consultants Water & Ecology to drive innovative hydropower solutions that benefit both people and ecosystems.   As Andrew Harwood, Senior Fisheries Scientist at Ecofish, shared, “Leading up to Global Hydropower Day, it's been wonderful to spend the week at Clean Currents, attended by over 2,000 individuals who are energized and enthusiastic about hydropower's role in the clean energy transition."   As we continue collaborating across the hydropower sector, we remain committed to driving positive change through sustainable energy solutions.   #WithHydropower #GlobalHydropowerDay

Ecofish is participating in the Healing the Land Conference in Moberly, BC from October 7-10. On October 9th at 11:20am, Gregory Rickbeil, Project Director and Senior Terrestrial and Wildlife Scientist, will present on cumulative effects assessments that support watershed planning and restoration in Treaty 8 Territory. His work focuses on partnerships with Saulteau First Nations, West Moberly First Nations, and McLeod Lake Indian Band to assess watershed health and develop restoration options.   In addition, at 1:00pm, Kevin Ganshorn, Project Director and Senior Environmental Scientist, will be presenting a poster highlighting the collaborative work that Ecofish & Aski conduct for BC Hydro. Since 2020, Ecofish and Aski have been working together to monitor water quality, temperature, turbidity, and suspended sediment along the Peace River as part of the Site C Clean Energy Project, providing essential data to BC Hydro.   Through collaboration, innovation, and learning, we continue to work alongside Indigenous communities to address environmental challenges and support the health of land and water. #healingtheland2024

Ecofish is attending the Nation 2 Nation Annual Forum in Terrace, BC, from October 8-10. Scott Seifert, P.Eng., PMP, Senior Project Manager, and Jayson Kurtz, Project Director and Fisheries Biologist, will be participating in discussions on Indigenous-led projects and the importance of partnerships between First Nations, industry, and government.   Ecofish has worked extensively with First Nations across Northern BC to successfully deliver a range of environmentally sustainable projects. By prioritizing collaboration with local communities, we ensure their voices are included in key project decisions, aligning development with cultural, social, and environmental values.   This year’s theme, “Co-Designing Our Future,” resonates with our commitment to fostering inclusive partnerships that support economic development and environmental stewardship, ensuring a sustainable future for all.

Ecofish Research, a Trinity Consultants Team, is attending Clean Currents 2024 in Portland, Oregon, from October 7-10. Join us for two insightful presentations on October 9th from 2:30-3:30 PM: Adam Lewis, Managing Director and Senior Fisheries Scientist, will present “Legacy to Sustainability: The Nechako Water Engagement Initiative,” discussing the transition from historical water management to sustainable practices. Andrew Harwood, Project Director and Senior Fisheries Scientist, will present “More Surprising Results from Run-of-River Projects,” sharing new findings in hydropower. Stop by booth #1452 to connect with the Trinity Consultants Water & Ecology team members from Ecofish Research Ltd., a Trinity Consultants Team, WestLand Engineering & Environmental Services, and Soundview Consultants LLC. We look forward to discussing how we are advancing sustainable water power solutions. #CleanCurrents2024 #Hydropower #SustainableEnergy

At Ecofish Research Ltd., a Trinity Consultants Team we are dedicated to supporting the path to reconciliation and fostering a workplace that respects and acknowledges the experiences and histories of Indigenous communities. Acknowledging the significance of Indigenous heritage and the invaluable knowledge and insight it brings to our work; we are committed to deepening our understanding and strengthening our relationships. We encourage everyone to engage with this day thoughtfully and meaningfully, recognizing the importance of these connections and the role we play in contributing to a more equitable future. #NDTR #NationalDayforTruthandReconciliation #OrangeShirtDay

William Twardek Fisheries Scientist at Ecofish Research Ltd., a Trinity Consultants team, shared his expertise at WaterPower Canada | Hydroélectricité Canada Week on a panel discussing federal support programs that empower Indigenous communities to participate in new energy projects. As Will noted, “It has been great to hear how Indigenous communities are taking ownership of projects in their Traditional Territories and the work it will take to support more and more of these opportunities moving forward.” #WaterPowerWeekCA #WaterWorks #hydropower

Ecofish is collaborating with the Salmon Coast Society, Musgamagw Dzawada’enuxw Fisheries Group (MDFG), and researchers from the University of Toronto and University of Victoria to better understand the effects of forest harvesting and other cumulative disturbances on Pacific salmon populations in coastal British Columbia. Supported by the BC Salmon Restoration and Innovation Fund (BC SRIF), the project includes several key components, such as blending local Traditional Knowledge from MDFG territories with Western science to inform both forest and salmon management strategies.   Ecofish’s spatial data analysis team has reconstructed forest harvest history from 1880 to the present across 1,745 salmon-bearing watersheds identified in Fisheries and Oceans Canada’s New Salmon Escapement Database System. Trends in forest disturbance and salmon abundance are being assessed over time and across different watersheds.   In recognition of National Forest Week, this work highlights the crucial role forests play in preserving salmon populations and demonstrates the integration of Two-Eyed Seeing: Welcoming all knowledge to sustain our forests. #nationalforestweek