The Government of Canada is taking important steps to protect and recover the Southern Resident Killer Whale (SRKW) population. The SRKW is a vital component of the local marine ecosystem and has cultural significance for Indigenous peoples and coastal communities in British Columbia. The Government of Canada recognizes that SRKW faces imminent threats to their survival and recovery and that immediate action is required. On May 10, 2019, the Government of Canada announced 2019 SRKW recovery measures. Read more