Erosion Control · Hydroseeding · Reclamation — Since 1996
CCIB-certified. Indigenous-owned. Five companies reaching from Vancouver Island into Alberta and the Yukon — the largest hydroseeding footprint in Western Canada.
About Raincoast
Founded in 1996, Raincoast Erosion Control Ltd. has spent nearly three decades on the leading edge of hydroseeding across Vancouver Island and the BC Interior. Today, under Darcy MacKenzie and an elite team, Raincoast continues to push the bar in the field.
Our growth came with an arsenal of modern equipment — from the agile Finn T60 to the powerhouse Finn Titan HT400, capable of covering 1.2 acres per tank with slurry projection up to 368 feet. We don't just maintain landscapes; we engineer green outcomes on terrain that defeats traditional methods.
Raincoast has since become the parent of a family of companies — adding offices in Salmon Arm and Prince George, staging yards in Courtenay and Fort St. John, and a Grande Prairie yard that pushes us into Alberta. Today the Raincoast Group runs the largest geographic footprint of any hydroseeding operation in Western Canada.
As a CCIB-certified Indigenous-owned business and federally registered Indigenous Business Directory supplier, our relationship with the land is both professional and cultural. We don't just work on the land — we steward it.
That perspective shapes everything we do, from restoration projects to erosion-control implementation. We believe in responsible land management that balances economic development with ecological health.
When you hire Raincoast, you're investing in an Indigenous-owned business that creates local jobs, supports community growth, and operates with a real sense of responsibility to the land and people of Western Canada.
We don't cut corners. Every project — from a residential lawn to a multi-hectare reclamation site — is delivered to the highest standard.
Respect for the land guides every decision. Native species, sustainable practices, and solutions built for long-term ecological health.
We hire locally, support local suppliers, and invest in the communities where we live and work. Our growth means local growth.
We show up on time, communicate clearly, and deliver what we promise. Our reputation is built on trust.
Our People
The people who set the standard and keep the crews moving.
President
Darcy's commitment to restoring the environment started with his upbringing on Vancouver Island and grew through extensive industrial reclamation, erosion, and sediment-control work across Western Canada. With an infectious drive and an eye for detail, he keeps Raincoast on the leading edge — innovation up front, customer satisfaction as the standard.
Operations Manager
Jake brings a background in forest ecology and industrial project management to the daily run of Raincoast operations. He oversees projects, consults with clients, and plans from the office. His habit of continual improvement has been central to Raincoast's growth. Outside work he's with his family or in the woods.
How We Do Business
Range and reach is what separates Raincoast crews from the average operator. From compact units that handle residential lots to the HT400 that takes on highway corridors and mine sites, our fleet is built to keep pace with any scope.
Why Choose Us
We only run top-tier inputs. Our hydroseeding programs leave landscapes thriving in vibrant green — not patchy, not fragile.
Cozy backyard or large-scale construction site — our crews navigate every terrain. Every inch of your landscape gets attention.
We harness the most advanced products and equipment available, adapting solutions to site conditions for unmatched precision and reach.
Our family of companies covers the full spectrum of land and erosion services across Western Canada:
Tell us about your project — residential, commercial, government, or mine reclamation. We'll route you to the right crew anywhere in BC, Alberta, or Yukon.
