A surge of ocean activities taking place around Victoria May 30 - June 8, 2026

Amended Media Release - A Surge of Ocean Activities Taking Place around Victoria May 30 - June 8

Ocean Week Victoria 2026 is an annual event featuring ten days of public activities from May 30 to June 8 to celebrate and protect the Salish Sea. The week includes diverse offerings such as outdoor festivals, beach clean-ups, science talks, and a career fair hosted by over 25 local organizations. Flagship events will take place at the Gorge Waterway Nature House and Fisherman’s Wharf, culminating in World Ocean Day on June 8. Launched in 2020, this volunteer-led initiative aims to raise awareness about ocean health and conservation through community collaboration.

Ocean Week Victoria

Ocean Week Victoria serves as a regional hub connected with Ocean Week Canada. The event takes place from May 30 to June 8, inviting participants to discover the wonders of the Salish Sea. Information and updates are available through their website and social media channels. The program features a calendar of daily events and includes artwork by Dana Batho.

Ocean Week Victoria 2026

Ocean Week Victoria is a community celebration centered around World Ocean Day on June 8, designed to inspire discovery of the Salish Sea and the broader ocean. The 2026 event will feature over 30 ocean-themed activities across Greater Victoria from May 30 to June 8, including weekend festivals and an Ocean Career Fair. Organized by local volunteers, the initiative aims to highlight the ocean's role in daily life and encourage action for a healthy marine environment. As part of the national Ocean Week Canada network, the event aligns with global efforts to promote ocean science and sustainable development.

Ocean Week Victoria Social Media Guidelines

This document provides guidelines for promoting Ocean Week Victoria on social media platforms like Instagram and Facebook. It instructs users to tag the official accounts and link to the organization's website. Participants are requested to use specific hashtags, including #OWVic2026 and #OceanWeekCanada2026, to increase engagement. The text also includes contact information for the Social Media Coordinator for further questions or content submissions.