British Columbia invests $500,000 to restore Cowichan Estuary amid marsh loss threat

British Columbia has committed $500,000 to a large-scale restoration project at the Cowichan Estuary, where up to 60% of marsh habitat is projected to be lost by 2100. The initiative is designed to strengthen watershed health and boost the region's resilience to climate change. A key focus is rebuilding critical habitat to support fish and wildlife populations. Indigenous stewardship plays a central role, guiding land management and the planting of culturally significant species. The project aims to protect biodiversity while benefiting local communities that depend on the estuary's resources.