Mission Statement

"The British Columbia Centre for Aquatic Health Sciences (BC CAHS) improves the aquatic environment by developing and applying scientific knowledge to the health and welfare of aquatic animals and ecosystems, filling the gap between academic-based research, industry & coastal community needs and government agencies."

BC Centre for Aquatic Health Sciences

Research and Services that Support Healthy Aquatic Ecosystems

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The BC Centre for Aquatic Health Sciences (BC CAHS) is a not-for-profit society located in Campbell River and is the only aquatic research facility of its kind in the province. 

In addition to being recognized as a major salmon sport fishing region in BC, Campbell River is central to major marine finfish and shellfish aquaculture industries.  This strategic location gives BC CAHS the opportunity to provide services and research in health issues affecting both wild and cultured marine species.  BC CAHS continues to build upon its reputation as an approachable facility where expertise and interest are available to find solutions to issues important to the marine environment - through applied science, collaborations and without bias.

Our research scientists and technical staff have extensive experience in field and laboratory-based research covering a wide variety of interests:

• Fish Health & Welfare
• Wild / Farmed Animal Interactions
• Epidemiology
• Stress Physiology
• Larval Development and Ecology
• Environmental Monitoring

BC CAHS works with organizations and communities, providing science applications, training, laboratory services, and project management.

BC CAHS exists to support healthy aquatic ecosystems and thereby promote economic stability, cultural values and environmental integrity in coastal communities.