Creating a better future on
the Sunshine Coast for all.
The Loon Foundation fosters deep connections between people and the natural world, inspiring responsible stewardship of our natural resources for future generations.
The more the local population learns and understands the natural history of our local Salish Sea, the more likely they are to be advocates for conservation efforts that are dearly needed during these times of increasing environmental stress.”
- Rand Rudland
Our Work
Monitoring
The Loon Foundation leads long-term environmental monitoring in the Salish Sea and Pender Harbour. Our community-driven program tracks ecosystem change, climate impacts, and human effects on biodiversity to support informed action and the protection of coastal habitats and species at risk on the Sunshine Coast.
Education
Education is at the heart of our mission. Through the Iris & Billy Griffith Nature Centre, our Nature School has inspired over 10,000 children to connect with the natural world, fostering lifelong stewardship. We also engage the wider community through camps, BioBlitz events, citizen science, and hands-on programs that celebrate and protect our coastal ecosystems.
PODS
Follow our journey to the Pacific Ocean Discovery Station (PODS) and learn more about this vibrant community hub for research, education, culture, and community connection.
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Make a Donation
The Loon Foundation is a registered Canadian charity. Your contributions support our ongoing research and monitoring projects, education programs and community activities, and the general operations of the Foundation.
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Become a Member
Becoming a member demonstrates support for the ongoing ecological monitoring, community events, education programs and ambitious projects of the organization. Members play a key role in guiding the direction of our work.
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Become a Volunteer
The Loon Foundation is primarily a volunteer-run organization, and we rely on the generous contributions of community members to make what we do possible. We are always seeking new volunteers to join the Loon Foundation team!
