Restore habitat in the lower Fraser River watershed to bring back wild salmon

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https://www.connectedwaters.ca/

Restore habitat in the lower Fraser River watershed to bring back wild salmon

TO: THE GOVERNMENT OF CANADA AND THE PROVINCE OF BRITISH COLUMBIA

WHEREAS:

• The Fraser River is home to more salmon runs than any other river in the world, and many of these runs are endangered or at risk.
• Natural waterways and green spaces help make the lower Fraser a vibrant place to live and provide important habitat for wild salmon.
• Outdated flood-control structures in the Fraser valley cut off many important salmon habitats from the river—and from young salmon.
• Allowing young salmon to access their natural habitats will help Fraser salmon runs recover and thrive.

WE CALL ON YOU TO:

• Restore the waterways of the lower Fraser Valley so they can once again provide the rich habitat needed to support abundant wild salmon runs.
• Improve flood control infrastructure for the benefit of aquatic life, surrounding communities, farmers, and other users.
• Ensure that regional flood risk strategies account for wild salmon and other important natural values.