Environmentally Sensitive Contracting
Copcan Civil works hand in hand with the Department of Fisheries and Oceans, BC Conservation Foundation, and other environmental organizations such as Ducks Unlimited and Local Stream Keepers to complete a variety of environmentally sensitive projects. Our expertise in this area includes:
- Salt and Fresh Water Projects: Developing and maintaining infrastructure for both saltwater and freshwater environments to support ecological balance.
- Breakwater Construction & Maintenance: Building and maintaining breakwaters to protect shorelines and manage water flow.
- Dredging: Removing sediment and debris from waterways to maintain navigability and water quality.
- Retaining Wall Construction & Maintenance: Constructing and maintaining retaining walls to prevent erosion and manage land stability.
- Pier Removal: Safely removing piers while minimizing environmental impact.
- Bank Stabilization: Implementing measures to stabilize banks and prevent erosion, protecting both infrastructure and natural habitats.
- Fish Habitat Enhancement: Enhancing fish habitats to support biodiversity and sustainable fisheries.
- Dam & Dyke Construction & Maintenance: Building and maintaining dams and dykes to manage water resources and protect against flooding.
Our commitment to environmental stewardship ensures that we complete these projects with the utmost care and compliance with all relevant regulations, contributing to the preservation and enhancement of natural habitats.
Malahat Nation Foreshore Reclamation
Copcan completed an emergency foreshore protection project for the Malahat Nation, involving the excavation and installation of riprap to prevent further erosion in an area of high archaeological significance.