Join our team

Join our team

The Atl’ka7tsem / Howe Sound Marine Stewardship Initiative (MSI) is recruiting a Program Coordinator. We are looking for someone who is passionate about the protection of marine and community health using a place-based approach grounded in research, relationship...
Herring Happenings of 2025

Herring Happenings of 2025

On Thursday May 22nd, the MSI hosted ‘Herring Happenings of 2025’ at the Brackendale Art Gallery (BAG) in Squamish. This annual event coordinated by MSI and the wonderful people at the Brackendale Art Gallery brought together volunteers, partners, contractors,...
September 2024 Marine Debris Cleanup

September 2024 Marine Debris Cleanup

Marine debris is a pressing issue in Átl’ka7tsem / Howe Sound. Winter storms can wreak havoc on coastal infrastructure, sending debris into the ocean where it is further distributed by strong winds and currents. Illegal dumping, abandoned vessels, and lost fishing...
Research Spotlight: Dungeness Crabs

Research Spotlight: Dungeness Crabs

The light trap at Ch’ax̱áy̓ / Horseshoe Bay has been in the water fishing for Dungeness megalopae (the last larval stage of Dungeness crabs) for three months now. We found our first Dungeness megalopa on June 2nd, and as of June 17th our volunteers have counted 328...
Reflecting on 2023

Reflecting on 2023

As 2023 comes to a close, we find ourselves reflecting on the past year with immense gratitude and appreciation. Read on to learn about our recent research and engagement activities, changes in the project team, and ways for you to get involved with the MSI this...
World Ocean Day 2023 Update

World Ocean Day 2023 Update

The Marine Stewardship Initiative wants to wish you a…   HAPPY WORLD OCEAN DAY!   In the spirit of this year’s UNESCO World Ocean Day theme: Planet Ocean: Tides are Changing, we have created a project update package to highlight the collaborative...