Use our interactive map to learn more about the projects we are funding. Approved projects help conserve and enhance fish and wildlife in watersheds impacted by BC Hydro dams.
Columbia Region project list38 Total 2019 - 2020 Projects
10 Fish Projects 2019 - 2020
28 Wildlife Projects 2019 - 2020
$5.8M Invested in 2019 - 2020 Projects
Our Columbia Region Board approved $5.8 million for 38 fish and wildlife projects to be implemented April 1, 2019 – March 31, 2020. First Nations, stewardship groups, consultants, and agencies are leading the 10 fish and 28 wildlife projects that will help conserve and enhance fish and wildlife in watershed impacted by BC Hydro dams.
Columbia Region 2019 – 2020 project list
Some projects–such as hands-on restoration work–may result in immediate benefits to fish or wildlife. Other projects–such as research and information gathering–may help improve the scientific understanding of species or ecosystems, and contribute to long-term decision-making and planning management actions.
Learn more about why we’re funded by BC Hydro, the projects we fund and how you can apply for a grant. Read our FAQ. Subscribe and we will keep you posted on project updates, results, grant deadlines and FWCP events. Final reports and results for all FWCP projects are posted online.
A local Board made up of BC Hydro, the Province of B.C., First Nations and Public Stakeholders, guides the work of the FWCP and is responsible for approving all FWCP projects in the Columbia Region. Map of our Columbia Region.
Many of our core projects, (i.e. annual ongoing projects) are delivered with support from the Province of B.C. through a letter of agreement (LOA) between the FWCP and the Province. Core projects include nutrient restoration programs, the operation of spawning channels, species’ recovery and ecosystem enhancement projects. Several of our annual and ongoing contracts and agreements are administered by BC Hydro on behalf of the FWCP. We lead our land securement projects. Read our annual report.
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Columbia Region Board members (January 2019) are responsible for guiding our work. Their work is supported by fish and wildlife technical committees.
From left: David Tesch (Province of BC), Moss Giasson (Public Representative), Howie Wright (Okanagan Nation Alliance Representative), Misun Kang (Ktunaxa Nation Council Representative), John Krebs (Province of BC), Rob Neil (Public Representative), Trevor Oussoren (FWCP Program Manager), Rick Morley (Public Representative), Kim Cox (BC Hydro). Missing: Secwepemc Nation Representative.
Each year stewardship groups, First Nations, agencies and consultants receive grants from us to deliver fish and wildlife projects. These projects align with our Action Plans, and help us fulfill our mission to conserve and enhance fish and wildlife in watersheds impacted by BC Hydro dams. Read our project reports for results and outcomes.
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Our Community Engagement Grants are typically $500 to $1,000 and help stewardship groups and others take action to benefit local fish and wildlife.
We accept applications for Community Engagement Grants all year. Apply anytime.
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We have identified conservation priorities for fish and wildlife in each of our three regions: Coastal, Columbia and Peace. The priority issues and recommended actions are reflected in a series of Basin, Action and Watershed Plans that vary by region.
These plans recommend specific projects and priorities, and are used to guide our grant decisions. We fund projects that align with these Action Plans, so be sure your proposed project is in alignment with local conservation priorities. Contact us if you have questions.
Our Columbia Region Annual Ongoing Fisheries Program Five Year Plan 2018-2023 details our priorities for fisheries in the Columbia Region. Refer to this plan if you are considering a grant application for a fisheries project.
Join the discussion We’re hosting eight technical workshops and two online information sessions in April 2019. Learn more and join the discussion.
Our five-year partnership agreement with Columbia Basin Trust (the Trust) to fund fish and wildlife projects under the Upper Kootenay Ecosystem Enhancement Plan (UKEEP) has concluded.
Grant applications for UKEEP projects will not be accepted in our fall 2018 grant intake. Although UKEEP funds have been fully allocated, projects in this watershed that align with our Columbia Region Action Plans may be eligible for funding. Contact us if you have questions.
Review funding opportunities with the Trust.
Crystal Klym has more than 15 years’ experience in conservation, sustainable natural resource management, and environmental stewardship.
If you have any questions about the FWCP’s work in the Columbia Region, please contact Crystal. Subscribe and learn more about our projects, and how to apply for a grant.
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