Fish passage restoration is a cornerstone of aquatic ecosystem conservation and resilience. Restoring access to historic habitats supports healthy fish populations and benefits entire riverine and marine ecosystems, vital to biodiversity and the revitalization of commercial and recreational fisheries, which in turn creates jobs and increases ecological and economic resilience in rivers that run through local communities. This presentation demonstrates Stantec’s expertise in restoring fish passage and aquatic connectivity through innovative, nature-based solutions. By addressing complex technical, ecological, and regulatory challenges, our multidisciplinary teams deliver sustainable river restoration projects that benefit both fish populations and critical infrastructure. Our approach integrates thoughtful yet efficient planning, strategic engagement, adaptive design, effective construction, and collaboration with local communities interested in achieving lasting ecological and social outcomes. Featured case studies across North America showcase a practical pathway to overcome hurdles and move beyond planning to construct effective, long-lasting solutions that reconnect miles of river habitat, restore healthy fish populations, and benefit both ecosystems and the built environment.
The Network for Engineering With Nature® (N-EWN) invites you to the N-EWN Knowledge Series: A Continuing Education Series about Engineering with Nature—Streamlined Success: Delivering Fish Passage in Complex Urban Systems, presented by Jonathan Scheibly, PWS, PE, Sandra Nelson, & Gwen Macdonald, all of Stantec. This 1-hour Zoom webinar took place January 15, 2026 at 12:30pm ET.
For previously recorded seminars, please visit the N-EWN Seminars page.
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