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!
59+ things to see and do in and around Ottawa, June 1 to 7 - Ottawa Road Trips
Learn about the ocean in Ottawa, Brockville, Montreal and elsewhere Communities across the country are holding events to mark Ocean Week Canada (June 1 to 7). In Ottawa, the hub of the festivities is the headquarters of the Royal Canadian Geographical Society on Sussex Drive. Events ranging from film screenings and art exhibitions to trivia games and water testing workshops are also happening at the Aquatarium in Brockville, Simon Fraser House in Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue, the Biodôme in Montreal and many other places.
La Semaine de l’océan Québec s’invite à La Baie pour une corvée de nettoyage
Des citoyens et des croisiéristes scrutent au peigne fin les berges de la la baie des Ha! Ha!, à La Baie, afin d’y trouver des déchets et de libérer les rives du littoral.
5 things to do in and around Victoria this Wednesday, June 3rd
There are more Ocean Week Victoria events happening around the city, or plenty of other events to partake in as well! Whether you want to join in the community effort to clean up Gorge Waterway or head down to a Taylor Swift tribute show at the Royal Theatre, there’s always something going on to pique your interest!
5 things to do in and around Victoria this Tuesday, June 2nd
As we shake off the rust and get back into the work week, it’s important to take some time for things that you love. Whether you want to celebrate Ocean Week and get to one of the events happening around town, or want to hit the HarbourCats home opener, there’s something for everyone.
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
This CTV News Atlantic segment, titled "First at Five: Ocean Awareness," highlights efforts by Maritimers to promote ocean appreciation and conservation during Ocean Week Canada. The report focuses on local initiatives and community engagement aimed at raising awareness about the importance of marine environments. Published on June 1, 2026, the piece serves as part of a broader news cycle that also covers international politics and regional events in Canada.