About Us
Friends of Wellers Bay Inc. is a registered charity and membership-driven organization dedicated to the environmental protection and community development of Wellers Bay. We are a voice for the bay, a source of information, a catalyst for action, and a community of neighbours united by shared commitment to stewardship.
Our Story
FOWB was founded in 1987 by a group of residents and property owners who understood that Wellers Bay faced challenges that threatened its future. In those early years, the organization's primary focus was a specific, urgent problem: the dredging of the bay, which threatened its ecological integrity and the sand spit that defines it.
That focused advocacy effort was successful. Through persistence, evidence, and community support, FOWB helped ensure that dredging activities were curtailed or redirected, and the responsibility for the bay's management was transferred to appropriate municipal and provincial authorities.
Over time, FOWB's mission evolved. Recognizing that long-term protection requires understanding, monitoring, and community engagement, the organization expanded its work to include water quality testing, educational programming, community events, and ongoing advocacy on environmental issues affecting the bay.
Today, FOWB is incorporated as a charity (Charity Registration No. 0813824-52) and continues to serve as the primary community voice for Wellers Bay. Our membership includes residents, seasonal visitors, business owners, and conservation professionals from across the region.
What We Do
FOWB works on multiple fronts to protect Wellers Bay and strengthen the communities around it.
Water Quality Monitoring
Each year, trained volunteers collect and test water samples, tracking phosphorus levels, trophic state, and other indicators of ecosystem health.
Community Events
From beach cleanups to guided nature walks to educational presentations, we bring neighbours together around shared interest in the bay.
Advocacy & Engagement
We work with municipal, provincial, and federal authorities on issues affecting the bay, from water management to conservation to recreational access.
Local
Education
We share knowledge about the bay's history, ecology, and value through presentations, newsletters, social media, and our website.
Member Support
We maintain a strong membership base and actively engage members in decision-making and volunteer opportunities.
Our Vision
Mission
To be the trusted voice for Wellers Bay, providing information, coordination, and advocacy to ensure the bay's environmental health and community benefit.
Vision
An engaged membership and community that understands and values Wellers Bay, actively participating in its stewardship.
Values
We believe in good governance, evidence-based decision-making, respect for Indigenous history and knowledge, collaboration with authorities and neighbours, and transparency in all our work.
Ready to make a difference?
Whether you want to volunteer, join as a member, make a donation, or simply stay informed, there's a way for you to be part of this community.
