Sunshine Coast Conservation Association
We Are the SCCA
Our Mission, Goals & Objectives
The SCCA is a charitable non-profit society dedicated to conserving and restoring biodiversity in the Sunshine Coast Natural Resource District (SCNRD).
We develop and lead transformative conservation campaigns to protect watersheds, ecosystems, and species through research, education, alliance-building, and advocacy in the territories of the Sḵwx̱wú7mesh, shíshálh, Tla'amin, Klahoose, and Homalco First Nations.
What's New?
INCANDESCENCE - Film & Panel Discussion
Join us at Roberts Creek Hall on Wednesday, March 18th, for a screening of Incandescence - a powerful film about wildfire, resilience, and our changing relationship with forests in a warming climate.
After the screening, engage in a panel discussion with filmmakers, First Nations practitioners, and research scientists as they relate the film's themes to our experiences on the Sunshine Coast.
Make a Difference Today!
Protect Howe Sound from FortisBC's Toxic Tunnel
FortisBC has been discharging double the allowed water effluent from its tunnel construction at the Woodfibre LNG site into Átl’ḵa7tsem / Howe Sound for over a year, with no action from the BC Energy Regulator.
We urge a pause in construction until the water treatment system meets permit conditions. Please send a letter by March 7th to decision-makers, requesting the rejection of FortisBC’s permit amendment and enforcement of the existing permit.
Support Local Conservation
Donations fund our research and advocacy activities.
Healthy Watersheds
Fair Water Rates Will Increase Resilience
In BC, climate change is worsening droughts and stressing our drinking water watersheds. While households face rising water costs, large industrial users pay very low rates.
As a member of the BC Watershed Security Coalition, we are urging the province to modernize industrial water rates and direct the revenue toward watershed protection and climate resilience.
Biodiversity Hero
Daniel Bouman Founder,Mentor,Friend
The Sunshine Coast lost a remarkable advocate and friend, Daniel Bouman, on November 11, 2025. Dan dedicated his life to protecting forests, watersheds, and wildlife. His legacy endures in the natural places he safeguarded and the people he inspired.
A celebration of life for Dan will take place on March 14, 2026.
(Know a biodiversity hero who deserves to be recognized here? Contact us!)
Private Land Protection
Protecting Biodiversity on the Sunshine Coast
The SCCA, a registered Land Trust Organization, establishes conservation covenants to protect valuable ecologically sensitive lands in the region. These voluntary legal agreements between property owners and the LTO are attached to the property title and last forever.
Contact us if you want to help protect private lands on the Sunshine Coast.
Are you passionate about biodiversity?
Volunteer with Us!
There are many ways you can leave your mark.
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