Mountain Water Research — BC Fisheries Research Consultancy
Mountain Water Research is dedicated to conservation and restoration of fresh water ecosystems and native fish populations.
(250) 505-9887About Us
Mountain Water Research is a small fisheries research business based in British Columbia, Canada. MWR has over 25 years of experience working on a wide range of fish conservation projects throughout B.C. for the provincial and federal governments, crown-corporations, community groups, and the forest industry. Our highly qualified personnel are individuals who bring a high degree of integrity to the biological work they conduct.
Services & Expertise
Fish Population Evaluations
Comprehensive assessments of fish populations using proven scientific methodologies.
Fish Habitat & Behaviour Assessments
Detailed analysis of aquatic habitats and fish behaviour patterns in BC waterways.
Data Analysis & Report Writing
Rigorous data analysis and professional reporting for government and industry clients.
Extensive Field Experience in a Wide Range of Fisheries Techniques
Over two decades of hands-on fieldwork across diverse BC ecosystems and conditions.
Over 25 Years of Boat Operating Experience on Large Rivers and Lakes in BC
Safe, expert vessel operations on challenging BC waterways for research and monitoring.
Scientific Research Vessel Services & Boat Rentals
We provide high-performance, specialized marine support for environmental consultants, research institutions, government agencies, and industry leaders. Powered by two commercial-grade jet boats and an experienced crew, we deliver safe, reliable access to challenging aquatic environments.
Fleet & Technical Capabilities
Shallow-Draft Access: Built with heavy-duty aluminum hulls and high-output jet propulsion to safely navigate low water, rapids, braided rivers, and debris zones inaccessible to standard craft.
Purpose-Built Deck Space: Flexible configurations optimized for scientific equipment, water sampling, fishing gear, and sensitive telemetry.
Precision & Stability: Exceptional spatial stability and low-speed control for accurate bathymetric mapping, acoustic profiling, and sensor deployment.
Core Operational Expertise
Fisheries & Aquatic Biology: Support for population surveys, spawning assessments, sampling, and telemetry tagging in swift water.
Environmental Monitoring: Seamless deployment for multi-point water sampling and data logger maintenance.
Hydrologic & Bathymetric Surveys: Experienced crew support for riverbed mapping, flow dynamics, and erosion monitoring.
Safety & Compliance: Fully compliant with commercial marine regulations, operated by swiftwater-trained personnel committed to zero-incident fieldwork.
Field-Ready Performance: From single-day sampling to multi-season field campaigns, we provide the rugged reliability your project demands.
Land Acknowledgement
At Mountain Water Research, we are grateful to live and work on the ancestral territories of the Sinixt, Syilx, Secwépemc, and Ktunaxa Nations. We acknowledge our traditional hosts and honour their welcome and graciousness to the researchers who seek knowledge here.