OWC 2026 Media Coverage Library (In Progress)
Ocean Week Canada 2026 launched June 1 and the media has been covering events from coast to coast to coast. Here's the collection of coverage we've seen so far. If you have something to add, please email it to [email protected]. Thank you!
Families set to dive into literary adventures with the TD summer reading program
The TD Summer Reading Club returns to local libraries with a wide range of activities and programs for kids and their parents. We’ll hear from the program manager for the club at Library and Archives Canada, Lianne Fortin. We’ll also check in with Mathieu Frappier, the section head of youth resources at the Dollard-des-Ormeaux library. They speak with guest host Dionne Codrington.
Ocean Week restoration brings volunteers and divers to Orca habitat in the Broughton Archipelago | North Island Gazette
During Ocean Week 2026, volunteers and divers collaborated on a marine habitat restoration project at Double Bay Sanctuary in the Broughton Archipelago to protect the ecosystem supporting wild orcas and humpback whales. The team successfully removed significant amounts of marine debris, including over 150 meters of pipe, derelict fishing gear, and tires, from a debris field covering approximately 3,700 square meters. This effort, coordinated by sanctuary manager Nicolette Audy and involving thirteen volunteers, highlighted both the scale of pollution and the vibrant health of the underwater environment. The initiative underscores Double Bay Sanctuary’s broader mission of marine stewardship, which includes plans for a marine mammal rescue center and an ethical retirement home for captive orcas.
Week-long Oceans Week event raises awareness with fun events
SHERBROOKE - More than a week of ocean-themed activities, education and community engagement wrapped up on June 7 as residents and visitors gathered at the Sherbrooke Village exhibit centre to
IN PHOTOS: Change Islands community comes together for cleanup
The tiny community of Change Islands, located near Fogo, is doing its part to keep litter at bay. A cleanup was held earlier this month as part of Ocean Week. The fire department and town, in conjunction with the Shorefast Foundation, made it happen. Participants included all 11 students at A.R. Scammell Academy — ranging from Grades 2 to 12.
5 things to do in and around Victoria this Monday, June 8th
Ocean Week is still in action! Join HAT and PEPÁḴEṈ HÁUTW̱ for a day of ecological restoration supporting the SṈIDȻEȽ Resiliency Project this World Ocean Day! Sea Otters at IMAX Victoria - With their fluffy fur, expressive faces and playful antics, sea otters have stolen the hearts of millions all around the world.
Sea Unseen, un spectacle qui parle du plastique dans nos océans | OHdio | Radio-Canada
This Radio-Canada OHdio segment from the program "La mouvée" features a 12-minute discussion about the immersive theatre production "Sea Unseen." The episode explores how this performance piece addresses the critical issue of plastic pollution in our oceans. Broadcast on June 2, 2026, the segment is part of a show dedicated to audiences in Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, and Newfoundland. Listeners can access the full episode through the Radio-Canada audio platform to hear insights into this environmentally focused artistic work.
La pièce « Sea Unseen » incorpore le plastique retrouvé sur l'île de Sable | OHdio | Radio-Canada
This Radio-Canada OHdio audio segment explores the theatrical production "Sea Unseen," which creatively incorporates plastic waste collected from Sable Island into its performance. The piece highlights the intersection of environmental issues and artistic expression by utilizing debris found on the remote island. Broadcast as part of the "Réveil Nouvelle-Écosse et T.-N." program, the 12-minute episode offers listeners an auditory experience of this unique artistic endeavor. It serves as a cultural report that connects local environmental concerns with contemporary theater in the Maritime provinces.
Mocean Dance presents Sea Unseen for Ocean Week Canada 2026 - Frequency
Mocean Dance presented its immersive performance "Sea Unseen" at the Halifax Central Library as part of Ocean Week Canada 2026, marking the final show of their season. The production explores the hidden issue of ocean plastic pollution on Sable Island through a collaborative effort involving dance, music, storytelling, and real plastic materials collected from the island's shores. Co-artistic director Susanne Chui and dancer Francine Dulong emphasize that the project aims to raise public awareness and foster connection to environmental issues through art rather than direct activism. Created in partnership with Sable Island researchers and Mi’kmaq ecologists, the piece seeks to inspire reflection and change regarding climate justice and marine conservation.
Halifax dancers highlight ocean plastic pollution with performance – CTVNews
Dancers from Mocean Dance in Halifax have partnered with the Sable Island Institute to raise awareness about ocean plastic pollution through a special performance. This collaborative effort aims to draw public attention to the critical environmental issue of marine debris and its impact on local ecosystems. The event highlights the intersection of artistic expression and environmental advocacy within the Atlantic region.