Our objective is to encourage the development of an overall comprehensive management plan for Howe Sound that recognizes and protects the social, economic and cultural value of this natural and beautiful environment.
Background Howe Sound is one of the world’s most majestic outdoor playgrounds. An hour from Vancouver, orcas and dolphins arc alongside kayakers and commercial fishermen. Marine scientists study the unique underwater world. The Sea-to-Sky Highway `s breathtaking views are enjoyed by visitors from around the world. This paradise continues to be under threat. Quick facts on Howe Sound Fortis BC and Pacific Energy Corp. have entered into an agreement for […]
Deep in the fjords of Howe Sound there are many competing interests. Each of these believe to have the best possible outcomes for the land and the people who live, work and play in Howe Sound and for the most part we get along very well.
British Columbia is one of the most beautiful natural and wild places on the planet. Few would argue. Tourism BC would like to let the world know that its not just a few selected spots but that the province which more than 5 times larger than Texas is full of natural beauty in all sorts of places.
Background Howe Sound is one of the world’s most majestic outdoor playgrounds. An hour from Vancouver, orcas and dolphins arc alongside kayakers and commercial fishermen. Marine scientists study the unique underwater world. The Sea-to-Sky Highway `s breathtaking views are enjoyed by visitors from around the world. Our goal is to facilitate these discussions and one of the most successful means of doing so is via the Howe Sound Community Forums. […]
Howe Sound/Atl’kitsem Marine Reference Guide
November 1, 2018
Connecting knowledge and people across governments, First Nations, and marine sectors to build capacity for co-management and improve socio-ecological health in Howe Sound/Atl’kitsem.
Views of Howe Sound Marine Life
November 1, 2018
News and views about threatened Northern Resident Killer Whales ID'd for first time in Howe Sound, and the immortal glass sponge reefs at Halkett Point.
2018 Municipal election results
October 25, 2018
The future of Howe Sound is in the good hands of the recently elected for the next four years.
Burnco rezoning request denied by Regional District
October 18, 2018
The Sunshine Coast Regional District unanimously voted against Burnco's request for rezoning McNab Valley.
Update – Biosphere Region Initiative for UNESCO designation
September 20, 2018
The Howe Sound Biosphere Region Initiative Society is co-hosting a forum on the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and how they relate to Howe Sound
Protecting Howe Sound Glass Sponge Reefs
June 30, 2018
Help make the wish for protecting Howe Sound Glass Sponge Reefs a reality.
Burnco Mine – the next step
June 17, 2018
The Burnco Aggregate Mine in McNab Valley receives approval from Fisheries and Oceans but Burnco has one more hurdle.
Spring 2018 Howe Sound Community Forum Review
May 10, 2018
On Friday May 4, 2018 77 people arrived at Furry Creek Golf and Country Club for the Howe Sound Community Forum hosted by the Squamish Lillooet Regional District.
Reflections on Howe Sound 2020
April 3, 2018
As we come closer to the year 2020, we reflect back to February 1996 when the first Howe Sound Roundtables was convened.
The Canadian Commission for UNESCO responded to the Howe Sound Biosphere Region Initiative (HSBRI) working group's status report submitted November 2017 encouraging more engagement with First Nations.
