Educate & Empower
Developing ocean-literate citizens from early childhood through adulthood and equipping them to become ocean-conservation leaders and professionals.
1,900+
youth leaders engaged through Ocean Wise programs
1,205,000+
people educated through ocean literacy and ocean health activities
1,400+
teachers trained and resourced as ocean literacy champions
Educating and Empowering Ocean Champions
Creating a healthy ocean begins with understanding it. We're connecting learners, educators, youth, and communities with opportunities to explore ocean science, conservation, and sustainability through hands-on learning and meaningful experiences. With programs that foster a lifelong connection to the ocean we are equipping people with the tools to make a positive impact.
Whether you're a student, educator, parent, or lifelong learner, there's a place for you to discover, engage, and take action.
Our Programs
Experiential learning is such a powerful tool to help people engage with the future of the ocean. Through Ocean Wise’s learning programs, Canadians from diverse backgrounds can build the confidence and connection they need to take action for the ocean.
Patrick Lamontagne
Ocean Wise, Director of Youth
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Inspiring Learning Anywhere
Ocean on the Move
When people can touch, explore, and experience the wonders of the ocean firsthand, learning becomes unforgettable. Our mobile programs help communities across Canada to connect with ocean conservation in engaging, accessible, and inspiring ways.
Bring the ocean to your community
Connect Virtually
The ocean has the power to inspire wonder, no matter where you are. Through Ocean Wise’s live virtual programs, participants gain a deeper understanding of marine life and conservation while discovering how they can help protect our blue planet.
Book a virtual programYouth in Action
Mountains to Ocean: Pathways in STEM
Immersive learning experiences can spark a lifelong passion for science and conservation. Through Mountains to Ocean, a week-long STEM camp, youth explore the connections between land, water, and the ocean while building the knowledge, confidence, and skills to become environmental stewards.
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Microgrants
When young people are given the tools and support to act, they can make a remarkable impact. Ocean Wise Microgrants help youth transform their environmental passions into real-world projects that strengthen communities and advance ocean conservation.
Learn more about our microgrants
Shoreline Cleanup
Hands-on stewardship is a powerful way to inspire lasting environmental action. Through the Ocean Wise Shoreline Cleanup, participants can help keep shorelines free of litter, collect important data on pollution, and become champions for cleaner waterways and oceans.
Join or lead a Shoreline CleanupTeaching the Ocean: Educator Resources
Education KIts
Education is a powerful tool for helping young people connect with our ocean. Through downloadable Education Kits, educators can inspire curiosity, deepen ocean literacy, and help students build the knowledge, confidence, and sense of stewardship needed to take action.
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Professional Development
Our professional development workshops offer educators the skills, knowledge, and support they need to be the ocean expert in the room. Helping to build environmental leadership among their students.
Book a professional development workshop
Discovery Kits
When learners can touch, examine, and explore the ocean's stories firsthand, education becomes unforgettable. Ocean Wise Discovery Kits are available across Canada and create meaningful opportunities to connect with marine ecosystems and discover how we can all help protect them.
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