Become a Friends of Cortes Island member and support the work that we’re doing in the community to help look after our beautiful island
Become a Friends of Cortes Island member and support the work that we’re doing in the community to help look after our beautiful island
Become a Friends of Cortes Island member and support the work that we’re doing in the community to help look after our beautiful island
Become a Friends of Cortes Island member and support the work that we’re doing in the community to help look after our beautiful island
Become a Friends of Cortes Island member and support the work that we’re doing in the community to help look after our beautiful island
Love Cortes Appeal
Join our Love Cortes Appeal. We need to raise $35,000 to support our important conservation and education work.
Humpback Comeback!
Humpback whales are being increasingly seen around Cortes. Report all your sightings and help keep them safe in our waters.
Nature Is Good For You – on CKTZ!
‘Nature is Good for You’ is a series to inspire you to get out, connect with nature and refresh mind, body and soul!
Species at Risk
Cortes Island has a wealth of wildlife, including a large number of Species at Risk. Check them out!
Streams and Salmon
Cortes Island Stream Keepers play a vital role monitoring, protecting and enhancing local streams and salmon.
Community Education
Our events and education programs are a great way to get involved, be inspired, learn and discover.
Parks and Trails
We maintain the island’s regional parks, trails and beach accesses, keeping them beautiful for everyone to enjoy.
Marine Stewardship
We are monitoring and mapping the island’s diverse habitats and working to protect our marine environment.
Love the Lakes
Our lakes are under threat and need care. We are working to protect them, and encouraging everyone to help.
What’s New
Nature is Good for You – on CKTZIn Education, Media Room
Friends of Cortes Island Society (FOCI) is a charitable organization that has been active for over 25 years. Our organization exists to monitor and preserve the health of local ecosystems, and to provide educational programs that foster a greater understanding of the natural environment. Through all of our projects, we work to promote environmental integrity through community responsibility.
