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Otter-ly Cute

Sea otters are more than a little adorable. But why?

Speaking Whale

Whale communication is as fascinating as it is crucial — it's also under threat.

The Whale Trail

Encounter whales from land and help scientists protect them — it's a whale-y good option.

Big Ocean, Big Challenges

From rising seas to the melting Arctic, we explain the ocean's toughest issues — and what we can do.

Beautiful Bluefin

The bluefin tuna is a magnificent and threatened fish. How can we turn around a survival situation?

Ocean Cooking

Executive Chef Ned Bell is passionate about sustainable seafood: kelp, lionfish and more!

Chasing Shrimp

It’s the most popular seafood in North America, but where are these delicious crustaceans raised?

Diving for Coral and Critters

Dive deep into stories from the underwater world.

Cold Corals

Think corals are exclusive to the tropics? In the deep dark depths, cold-water corals thrive.

I Am the Walrus

You're really going to love them.

Lost Sharks

This Shark Week, it's not all about the Great White. Discover the hidden sharks from the deep.

Rescuing Marine Mammals

Stories from the Marine Mammal Rescue centre, a hospital for sick, injured and orphaned animals.

True North, Strong and Free

On Canada Day, let's find out why we need a healthy Arctic for a healthy future.

Get Outside

Enjoy the great outdoors without all that pesky single-use plastic.

Father's Day, Ocean Style

Take a peek inside the world of underwater dads.

World Ocean Day

This World Ocean Day, celebrate 71% of our planet.

Beat the Heat, Save the Ocean

Love your mocha frappe, but hate the plastic cup? Have we got a solution for you.

Recycling Real Talk

Your plastic bottle's journey is just beginning. Find out what happens next.

Douglas Coupland, King of Plastic

The acclaimed artist's new art installation is an immersive look at the plastic pollution crisis.

Mom's the Word

This Mother's Day, dive deeper into the world of under-sea parenting.

Bird's Eye View

This Bird Day, discover some incredible birds - and the challenges they face in nature.

Championing the Ocean's Animals

This World Veterinary Day, discover more about the people caring for marine animals.

A Greener Earth

Our ocean makes up 70% of the planet; this Earth Day take a stand for a flourishing ocean.

The Future of Fish(ing)

Get schooled on sustainable seafood

Frogs Forever

Discover how Vancouver Aquarium is protecting the future of frogs in British Columbia.

Eggs-cellent Ocean

Hunting for eggs underwater? Harder than you might think.

Purging Plastic

Reducing plastic waste isn't just a choice, it's a lifestyle.

Ocean Fibres

What are microfibres and where are they coming from?

Wonder Women of Science

This International Women's Day, meet the Ocean Wise scientists making waves.

Underwater, Underrated

It's time you got acquainted with some cool critters.