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!

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Canada to host world’s premier oceans conference in 2027 - The Globe and Mail

Canada has been selected to host the world’s premier oceans conference in 2027, marking a significant milestone for the nation's role in global marine conservation. The event, widely recognized as the leading international forum for …

Jenn Thorhnill Verma Jun 08, 2026 2 links Media Coverage
The Broadcast on Fogo Island: What does the increase in Northern cod mean for the Fogo Island Co-op? + A group picks up litter on Fogo Island as part of World Oceans Week

Paul Torraville, Barry Payne and Paul Dennis are all managers with the Fogo Island Co-op, they discuss the potential in cod and the challenges in attracting plant workers + Gabbie Ledesma, Olivia Best and Liz …

Jun 02, 2026 1 link Media Coverage
Journée mondiale des océans | QUB | QUB info

This webpage from the Quebec Urban Community (QUB) features a video presentation commemorating World Oceans Day. The content was published on June 8 and has a duration of four minutes. It features Vicky Pedneault from …

Jun 08, 2026 1 link Media Coverage
Newfoundland and Labrador Celebrates World Oceans Day - News Releases

Every year on June 8, Newfoundlanders and Labradorians and people around the world celebrate World Oceans Day. In Newfoundland and Labrador, the ocean is more than a natural resource. It is central to the province’s …

Jun 08, 2026 1 link Partner Press Relea…
Ocean issues will get global attention in Halifax in 2027

Atlantic Canada will play host to the Our Ocean Conference in 2027, which will explore issues of environment, economy and culture — with an eye to protecting 30 per cent of the world’s oceans by …

Leila Beaudoin Jun 09, 2026 1 link Media Coverage
World Oceans Day in St. John's draws families, future ocean conservationists

Almost two decades of work on World Oceans Day events in St. John’s have not lost their shine for DFO biologist Dawn Mercer, the long-time chair of the World Oceans Day committee in Newfoundland and …

Jun 07, 2026 1 link Media Coverage
World Oceans Day becomes a tradition in St. John’s – CTVNews

The Marine Institute in St. John’s hosted an open house event to celebrate World Oceans Day, inviting the public to learn more about the waters surrounding Canada. This initiative marks the establishment of World Oceans …

Garrett Barry Jun 06, 2026 1 link Media Coverage
Campbell River celebrates the ocean during Ocean Week | Campbell River Mirror

Campbell River celebrated Ocean Week from May 31 to June 8, 2026, with a diverse schedule of marine-themed events designed for residents of all ages. The week featured educational activities such as seaweed innovation tours, …

Campbell River Mirr… Jun 08, 2026 1 link Media Coverage
Can tidal turbines and fish co-exist? Nova Scotia project to find out

"For Bennett, the connection between ocean conservation and renewable energy development is a natural one and a sentiment that aligns with Ocean Week Canada and World Ocean Day on June 8."

Glenn MacDonald Jun 08, 2026 2 links Media Coverage