Ocean Conservation

• 38 days, 5,000 km: Pair of B.C. biologists help claim victory in ‘World’s Toughest Row’

  Two B.C. biologists were part of a four-member crew that took first place in the women's class of the gruelling, 5,000 kilometre 'World's Toughest Row.'

  Canada

  Jan 22, 2024
  
• Global ocean protection conference in B.C. looks to build on COP15 work

  Federal politicians are expected to make a significant announcement on ocean protection during an international conference in Vancouver that begins on Saturday.

  Environment

  Feb 3, 2023
  
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• Oceana audit says little progress in Canada’s fishery management over last five years

  In its fifth annual audit report, Oceana Canada says more than 80 per cent of the critically depleted fish stocks lack rebuilding plans to restore them to healthy levels.

  Canada

  Nov 16, 2021
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• Dalhousie University professor co-authors ‘good news, bad news’ study on global fish stock health

  A new study co-authored by a Dalhousie University professor finds nearly half of global fish stock recovery targets are trending in the wrong direction.

  Environment

  Jul 27, 2021
• UN says Great Barrier Reef should be added to ‘in danger’ list, angering Australia

  The long-term outlook for the world's biggest coral reef system had deteriorated and action was needed to counter the effects of climate change, a UN committee said.

  Environment

  Jun 22, 2021
• Right whale protection: Conservation group calls for mandatory speed limits for ships

  Oceana Canada says new satellite data indicates that vessels transiting the strait between Cape Breton and Newfoundland are routinely ignoring voluntary speed limits.

  Canada

  May 27, 2021
• B.C. government announces transition of Vancouver Island-area fish farms by 2023

  Premier John Horgan was joined by Indigenous leaders from the Broughton region, many of whom oppose local fish farms, saying it can have a negative effect on wild salmon.

  Environment

  Dec 14, 2018
• Ocean Wise launches awareness campaign after microplastics found in Vancouver water samples

  The #BePlasticWise campaign asks people to sign a pledge vowing to reduce their plastic consumption.

  Environment

  Mar 15, 2018
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• ‘Heartbreaking’ video captures manta rays swimming through trash in search of food

  The video shows the manta rays weaving their way through hordes of trash as they try to feed on Nusa Lembongan, an island off the coast of Bali.

  Environment

  Feb 20, 2018