Our Projects

Nile Creek Hatchery: Reviving Wild Salmon Project – Once abundant with Pink Salmon, Nile Creek saw a sharp decline in fish populations. The Nile Creek Enhancement Society responded by building a hatchery, restoring habitat, and reintroducing salmon. Each year, volunteers incubate and release fry, helping to rebuild thriving salmon runs.

Eelgrass Project – Eelgrass supplies nutrients to fish, shellfish, waterfowl and about 124 species of invertebrates.

Qualicum Bay Watershed Renewal Project – The Nile Creek – Qualicum Bay Watershed Renewal Program is a collaboration focused on restoring local streams and revitalizing salmon populations. Partnering with Vancouver Island University and Trout Unlimited Canada, experts and students assess stream health, groundwater resources, and habitat needs. By preventing stream blockages, restoring fish passage, and enhancing spawning grounds, the program aims to rebuild thriving fish runs and protect the region’s watershed for future generations.

Kelp Project – Kelp provides habitat for hundreds of species, takes in carbon dioxide from the atmosphere and, from it, produces oxygen. In addition, kelp beds provide a buffer that protects the shoreline during strong, winter storms.

Our Reports

Water Quality Criteria Report – This report outlines key water quality criteria necessary to sustain healthy aquatic ecosystems, with a focus on dissolved oxygen, temperature, and sediment impacts. It examines how changes in these factors affect fish survival, behavior, and reproduction, particularly in salmon populations. The report also provides scientifically backed guidelines to mitigate harmful effects and ensure the long-term health of Nile Creek’s aquatic habitat.