Mid Vancouver Island Habitat Enhancement Society

Protecting our future through dedicated volunteer stewardship.

Mid Vancouver Island Habitat Enhancement Society logo – salmon habitat and conservation organization

What We Do

Volunteers Supporting field studies, education, and habitat restoration.

Boots on the ground

Conserving and Restoring Pacific Salmon Habitats

MVIHES is dedicated to preserving the natural habitats and watersheds that are essential to wild Pacific salmon.

MVIHES is dedicated to preserving the natural habitats that are essential to wild Pacific salmon. From restoring watersheds to protecting delicate estuaries and shorelines, our projects aim to create sustainable ecosystems where salmon and other wildlife can thrive.
We focus on three core areas: field studies, education, and habitat restoration. Through scientific research, we gather vital data to guide our conservation efforts. Our educational initiatives inspire community members to connect with their environment and become advocates for sustainability. Habitat restoration projects, supported by volunteers and experts, ensure that ecosystems remain vibrant and resilient.
Together, we can create a brighter future for Pacific salmon and their habitats. Learn more about our programs and how you can contribute to this vital cause.
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Outreach

MVIHES is dedicated to fostering environmental stewardship and awareness through education programs for communities and families. By offering hands-on learning experiences, workshops, and outreach initiatives, we aim to inspire a greater understanding of our local ecosystems and the vital role they play in our future. Together, we can build a legacy of conservation and sustainability for generations to come.

We attend festivals and events, provide educational materials for local classrooms and youth activities, and host pop-up tent events to raise awareness of the environmental challenges we face in the Kw’a’luwx (Englishman) River watershed.

Citizen Science

We collaborate with many agencies and NGOs to collect vital data on the health of the Kw’a’luwx (Englishman) River watershed, fish, and their habitats.

 

  • Pacific Salmon Foundation
  • Department of Fisheries and Oceans
  • BC Conservation Foundation
  • Regional District of Nanaimo
  • City of Parksville
  • Mount Arrowsmith Biosphere Region Research Institute
  • Nature Trust

Restoration / Protection

We take action to restore, expand, protect and improve in-stream and riparian zones to provide more abundant habitat for salmonids.

 

            • Planting
            • Instream work
            • Estuary  Enhancement,
            • Riparian Protection
            • Salmonid Recovery
            • Fry rescue
            • Invasive plant removal