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!
Nettoyage des berges à La Baie - CKAJ
The radio station CKAJ is hosting an annual shoreline cleanup event in La Baie as part of the seventh edition of Semaine de l’océan Québec. Scheduled for June 1, 2026, from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the Pavillon des croisières internationales, the activity is organized by Organisation Bleue to promote environmental stewardship along the St. Lawrence River. Participants are required to register online via a provided link before attending the event. This local initiative is part of a broader provincial campaign featuring various ocean-related activities and citizen engagement projects across Quebec from June 1 to June 8.
PA Day reminder for some students in Simcoe-Muskoka
This article informs residents of Simcoe County and surrounding areas about an upcoming Professional Activity (PA) Day on Friday, June 5, which results in school closures for elementary students in the public and Catholic school boards. It outlines the specific schedule for this break, noting that high school students remain in class while elementary students receive a long weekend, and provides a comprehensive list of remaining key dates for the 2025-26 school year, including exam periods and final days of school. Additionally, the piece offers practical resources for families, such as school bus transportation information and a curated list of local library events and activities designed for children during their time off.
Antarctica Uncovered: Canadian Science Expeditions to the Bottom of the World | Camosun College
Camosun College is hosting an event titled "Antarctica Uncovered: Canadian Science Expeditions to the Bottom of the World" on June 3, 2026, as part of Ocean Week 2026. The presentation, hosted by Dr. Scott Parks, features insights from Dr. Sophia Johannessen and Dr. Thomas James regarding recent Canadian scientific missions aboard the HMCS Margaret Brooke and the AGB-46 Almirante Viel. Attendees will learn about the expeditions' focus on climate change impacts, international science diplomacy, and sea-level research in Antarctica’s coastal waters. The event offers firsthand accounts of these remote expeditions and highlights the collaborative efforts to study one of the planet's most rapidly changing environments.
Exploring and Protecting Our Ocean with Her Deepness Sylvia Earle
Join us for a very special World Ocean Week hangout with the incomparable Sylvia Earle! She’s spent decades exploring our ocean, breaking boundaries and spreading awareness!
Ocean Week Canada marked across the Maritimes - CTV & WN
Ocean Week Canada is being celebrated across the Maritimes with events designed to raise awareness about ocean conservation and the unique marine ecosystems of the region. In Iona, Nova Scotia, activities focus on the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Bras d’or Lakes, highlighting its distinct biosphere and the impacts of climate change such as warming waters and increased erosion. Meanwhile, Halifax hosts a ten-day series of waterfront events leading up to World Oceans Day, emphasizing the ocean’s critical role in providing oxygen, food, and global connectivity. These initiatives aim to engage both local communities and researchers in understanding and protecting Canada’s coastal environments.
Ocean Week Victoria events invite Islanders to explore ocean science, culture and conservation - CTV & WorldNews
From shoreline cleanups to deep-sea research talks and immersive ocean films, Vancouver Island is diving into a week of events aimed at strengthening the community’s connection to the water that surrounds it.
5 things to do in and around Victoria this Monday, June 1st
Ocean Week is back this week, with more events than you can shake some bull kelp at. Whether you want to test your knowledge with some ocean-themed trivia or head to a pub for an ocean-inspired menu that donates to a good cause, there’s plenty to do!
What do aquarium fish do all day? - CBC, Yahoo, MSN
Staff at a Halifax aquarium tackled some slippery questions from kids about their underwater residents this Ocean Week.The CBC's Giuliana Grillo was there.
La Semaine de l'océan Québec est de retour pour une 7e édition partout à travers la province - Infodimanche
Du 1er au 8 juin prochains, la Semaine de l’océan Québec revient pour une 7e édition avec une programmation festive, inclusive et engagée célébrant le lien avec le fleuve Saint-Laurent…