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!
“March for Atlantic Salmon” at the Majestic Lawn in Corner Brook on Sunday - 100.1 BayFM
The "March for Atlantic Salmon" will take place on Sunday from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Majestic Lawn in Corner Brook as part of World Oceans Week. Organized by the Atlantic Healthy Oceans Initiative, the event aims to promote ocean health and oppose the expansion of open-net salmon aquaculture, highlighting the endangered status of wild Atlantic salmon on the south coast. Attendees are encouraged to wear pink or blue and bring their families to join First Nations representatives, tourism operators, and concerned citizens. The gathering will also feature a special top chef pop-up celebration to complement the advocacy efforts.
Iona centre marks Ocean Week in Cape Breton | CBC
Ocean Week celebrations in Cape Breton feature community-led initiatives focused on water safety and environmental stewardship. Events hosted by the Iona Centre along the Bras d’Or Lake aim to educate the public on maintaining clean and healthy waterways. These activities highlight the cultural hub's role in promoting local environmental awareness and conservation efforts.
La saison des baleines est à nos portes - Baleines en direct
This webpage from Baleines en direct reports on the arrival of the whale watching season in the St. Lawrence River estuary, highlighting recent sightings of belugas, minke whales, and humpback whales. A notable feature is the return of Ti-Croche, a well-known common minke whale with a distinctive bicolored jaw, to the Saguenay–St. Lawrence Marine Park. The article details observations from various regions, including Gaspésie and the Côte-Nord, while noting that climate change may be influencing beluga migration patterns. Coinciding with Ocean Week, the piece emphasizes the ecological importance of the St. Lawrence River as a feeding and resting ground for marine mammals. It concludes by thanking citizen scientists and research organizations for their contributions and inviting readers to submit their own wildlife observations.
Près de 160 kilos de déchets retirés des berges de la baie des Ha! Ha!
Près de 160 kilos de déchets ont été retirés des berges de la baie des Ha ! Ha ! lors d’une corvée de nettoyage organisée lundi dans le cadre de la 7e édition de la Semaine de l’océan Québec.
La Semaine de l’océan partout au Canada : des activités chez nous | OHdio | Radio-Canada
This Radio-Canada OHdio podcast episode, titled "La Semaine de l’océan partout au Canada : des activités chez nous," highlights local events and activities celebrating Ocean Week across Canada. Part of the morning show "Toujours le matin" hosted by Marie-Claude Julien, the seven-minute segment aired on June 2, 2026. It serves as an audio guide for listeners interested in participating in ocean-related initiatives and educational programs in their communities. The content aims to raise awareness about marine conservation while connecting Canadians with regional opportunities to engage with the ocean.
Chronique Océans, avec Lyne Morissette : Semaine de l'océan | OHdio | Radio-Canada
This Radio-Canada OHdio page features a 12-minute audio segment titled "Chronique Océans" hosted by Lyne Morissette. The episode, part of the "L'heure de pointe Acadie" program, focuses on Ocean Week and was released on June 3, 2026. Listeners can stream the full episode directly through the platform or access it via the Radio-Canada mobile application. The content provides an auditory experience centered on marine topics within the context of regional news and cultural programming.
A thriving deep-sea world lies beneath Newfoundland’s coast
Researchers from Oceana Canada and Fisheries and Oceans Canada have unveiled previously unseen ancient cold-water corals discovered on the Southern Newfoundland Slope near the Grand Banks. The expedition, conducted last October using drop cameras, revealed vibrant deep-sea ecosystems, including a century-old Bubblegum coral, which serve as vital indicators of geological history and marine health. These findings highlight the ecological significance of the region, explaining the area's rich biodiversity and long history of commercial fishing. While immediate regulatory changes are not being proposed, the team aims to raise public awareness about these hidden offshore habitats ahead of World Oceans Day.
About Ocean Week – CTVNews
This CTV News Winnipeg segment, aired on June 1, 2026, explores the concept of echolocation and its relevance to local environmental conservation. Reporter Ainsley McPhail explains how Manitobans can contribute to saving their waters during Ocean Week. The broadcast aims to educate viewers on marine biology while encouraging community involvement in protecting aquatic ecosystems.
What's happening in Milton this weekend? - MiltonToday.ca
Ocean Day Fair | Celebrate Ocean Day with Oceanic Impact and Milton Public Library with hands-on science, art and interactive activities from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at MPL’s Sherwood Branch (6355 Main St.).