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?
SCCA Summer Field Season Recap
This summer brought a busy field season for the SCCA team, with construction beginning at Ch'ḵw'elhp–Gibson Creek, ongoing fish sampling and monitoring, and cleanup work at Rainfrog Sanctuary.
Through the summer, we held the line on Woodfibre LNG, initiated a campaign to protect the Homathko River from proposed new dams, and geared up for the October local elections.
Catch up on everything that kept us busy since June.
Make a Difference Today!
Vote in Provincial Government Elections
The next MLA for Powell River–Sunshine Coast will represent us in Victoria on environmental issues.
The SCCA sent five questions to every MLA candidate: biodiversity, watershed protection, old growth, community forest and protection of the Homatko River. We invited all three candidates to participate in our all-candidates meeting on Tuesday, October 20, at 7 p.m. on Zoom.
Read the Q&A, join the ACM meeting to hear what your candidates have to say, and remember to vote on October 24th.
Support Local Conservation
Donations fund our research and advocacy activities.
Forestry
SCCA Responds to BCTS 2026-30 Logging Plans
The SCCA has submitted a detailed technical analysis of BC Timber Sales’ proposed 2026–2030 Operating Plan for the Sunshine Coast.
The report raises concerns about proposed logging in drinking water watersheds, old-growth management areas, marbled murrelet habitat, aquifer recharge zones, and other sensitive ecosystems.
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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