Ferris Kerr (they/he) is an Ocean Wise Youth to Sea, Ocean Bridge, and Ocean Pathways alumni. Originally from Vancouver, they now live in Halifax studying marine biology and science communications. Aside from focusing on education and marine life, Ferris is a graphic artist, photographer and frequent vinyl store enthusiast. You can find them and their … Continued
Caitlin Borthwick is a videographer and Ocean Bridge ambassador from the 2022 St-Lawrence cohort. She created two captivating videos as part of her Ocean Bridge project. Caitlin’s aim is to create videos about the environment and preservation and is deeply passionate about the ways that art can tell stories. This is her reflection: Lights, Camera, … Continued
Emma Rutherford is an Ocean Pathways ambassador who completed her placement during summer 2023 with Southern Ontario At Risk Reptiles (SOARR) located in the Upper Thames River Conservation Authority (UTRCA). As part of her placement, Emma had the opportunity to participate in surveys for different reptile species, including endangered queensnakes. She also participated in the … Continued
Between July 20 and July 29, there were three reported humpback whale strikes by large vessels in Northern BC waters near Prince Rupert and Kitimat. There have been additional reports of small vessel strikes in the last few weeks. A dead whale was found in Wright Sound on July 30th, though its cause of death … Continued
Lindsymae Corpuz is an 18-year-old environmentalist and student in the 2023 Youth to Sea Montreal cohort. She is deeply passionate about connecting with nature and the ocean through avenues such as writing, photography and documentary-making. Through her participation in the program, Lindsymae aims to expand her knowledge of marine ecosystems and conservation. Lindymae and 19 … Continued
This spring, 16 youth from across Canada came together in Wiikwemkoong Unceded Territory as part of Ocean Wise’s Ocean Bridge program. Sarah Sattar is a 2023 Ocean Bridge ambassador from Regina, Saskatchewan, currently pursuing a BSc in Geography and Environmental Studies at the University of Regina. Through her education and experiences, she strives to promote … Continued
Alessandra Gentile and Matt Nettle are both Ocean Bridge alumni who had the opportunity to represent United Nations Association of Canada (UNA-Canada) as virtual youth delegates at IMPAC5, the Fifth International Marine Protected Areas Conference. Alessandra, who is based in Ktaqmkuk (Newfoundland), is passionate about empowering people to live holistic lifestyles connected to the ocean. … Continued
When thinking of whale watching, you might picture yourself hopping on a boat. But did you know that here in British Columbia (BC), you have a high chance of seeing whales from land? Keep reading to discover 15 places to see whales from the land in BC. There are many places to see whales from land … Continued
On March 10, 2019, tragedy struck when Ethiopian Airlines Flight ET 302 crashed, claiming the lives of 18 Canadians, among them four members of the Canada Service Corps family. Danielle Moore, Micah Messent, Angela Rehhorn and Stephanie Lacroix were en route to Nairobi to attend the United Nations Environment Assembly when the accident occurred. They … Continued
VANCOUVER, BC, Jan. 16, 2023 /CNW/ – Young people from all nations and backgrounds play important leadership roles in marine protected areas and ocean conservation. From the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) World Conservation Congress in Marseilles to the more recent United Nations Biodiversity Conference (COP15) in Montreal, young professionals are leaning into the conversation and taking action … Continued
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Ocean Wise is based in the traditional and unceded territory of the Coast Salish Peoples, including the territories of the xʷməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), and Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations. We work across Turtle Island and beyond, supporting Indigenous peoples in their vital work on ocean conservation and biodiversity whenever possible or as we are invited to.