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.'CanadaJan 22
-
Global ocean protection conference in B.C. looks to build on COP15 workFederal politicians are expected to make a significant announcement on ocean protection during an international conference in Vancouver that begins on Saturday.EnvironmentFeb 3, 2023
-
-
Advertisement
-
Oceana audit says little progress in Canada’s fishery management over last five yearsIn 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.CanadaNov 16, 2021
-
-
Advertisement
-
Dalhousie University professor co-authors ‘good news, bad news’ study on global fish stock healthA new study co-authored by a Dalhousie University professor finds nearly half of global fish stock recovery targets are trending in the wrong direction.EnvironmentJul 27, 2021
-
UN says Great Barrier Reef should be added to ‘in danger’ list, angering AustraliaThe 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.EnvironmentJun 22, 2021
-
-
Right whale protection: Conservation group calls for mandatory speed limits for shipsOceana Canada says new satellite data indicates that vessels transiting the strait between Cape Breton and Newfoundland are routinely ignoring voluntary speed limits.CanadaMay 27, 2021
-
-
B.C. government announces transition of Vancouver Island-area fish farms by 2023Premier 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.EnvironmentDec 14, 2018
-
Ocean Wise launches awareness campaign after microplastics found in Vancouver water samplesThe #BePlasticWise campaign asks people to sign a pledge vowing to reduce their plastic consumption.EnvironmentMar 15, 2018
-
-
Advertisement
-
‘Heartbreaking’ video captures manta rays swimming through trash in search of foodThe 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.EnvironmentFeb 20, 2018
Trending
-
What is a halal mortgage? How interest-free home financing works in Canada20,277 Read
-
Budget 2024 failed to spark ‘political reboot’ for Liberals, polling suggests16,388 Read
-
Train goes up in flames while rolling through London, Ont. Here’s what we know16,090 Read
-
Halifax homicide: Youth dead, 2 arrested after incident outside mall12,707 Read
-
David Beckham sues Mark Wahlberg over $14M loss in F45 gym endorsement11,781 Read
-
Canada’s most wanted list: Toronto suspect in fatal shooting at No. 110,196 Read
-