SFN Newsletter July 13
Effects of Marine Shipping
Marine shipping and boat traffic significantly shape the ecological landscape of the Snuneymuxw First Nation territories, making it essential to understand these activities’ impacts. Recently, members of Transport Canada were welcomed by the indigenous community for a cultural tour, fostering collaboration to address the effects of marine shipping on traditional lands. The visitors, representing a […]
Carex with Nature Trust: Enhancing Salmon Ecosystems
In a collaborative effort to enrich vital habitat for salmon migration, Snuneymuxw First Nation has joined forces with Nature Trust in a Carex transplant initiative. Carex, a species of native sedge and an important feature in salmon habitat has declined in density due to heavy grazing by Canadian geese. The Carex transplant involves relocating these […]
Addressing Environmental Threats: The Challenge of Derelict Vessels
The Snuneymuxw Marine Division faces a significant challenge in dealing with derelict vessels—abandoned boats that pose environmental and navigational hazards. This complex issue demands a proactive approach to monitor, assess, and mitigate the potential consequences for the marine environment. Derelict vessels, subsequently abandoned on the Snuneymuxw First Nation’s land, present a multifaceted problem. These vessels […]
Advancing Marine Conservation: Collaborative Water Quality Monitoring with Oceans Networks Canada – CTD
In a pioneering partnership with Oceans Networks Canada, the Snuneymuxw First Nation has embarked on a critical initiative to monitor and understand marine water quality using state-of-the-art CTD scanner technology. This collaboration provides essential data on salinity, toxins, and oxygen levels and contributes to a collective understanding of the impacts of climate change on the […]
Enhancing Marine Conservation: The Role of Drone Surveys in Gathering Vital Data
Snuneymuxw First Nation fishery technicians have adopted drone surveys to collect crucial baseline data in 1-km sections of their traditional territory. This innovative method provides a comprehensive perspective and offers significant benefits for environmental monitoring and incident response. The drone survey involves technicians using drones for aerial mapping in discrete 1 km sections. This high-tech […]
Drone Survey
