microplastics – Ocean Wise's AquaBlog

Support For Our Ocean Protection Agenda

February 19, 2017

On February 16, 2017, the Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, Minister of Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard, announced a variety of measures supporting the Vancouver Aquarium’s ocean protection agenda. Whi...

What’s Hiding in the Great Lakes?

Vancouver Aquarium

October 17, 2016

Shoreline Cleanup

Picture this, it's a clear summer day by the lake with calm waters and a light breeze, perfect conditions to go on a weekend sail — I was fortunate enough to do exactly that this past August on Lake Ontario. ...

Will Banning The Microbead Protect Ocean Life?

Vancouver Aquarium

July 8, 2016

Research Site - CORI

Last week, the federal government followed through on a unanimous 2015 House of Commons motion to ban plastics from personal care products and plastic microbeads have been listed as a toxic substance under the ...

Meet Rachel: Ocean Advocate, eXXpedition Amazon Crewmember

Vancouver Aquarium

July 21, 2015

Vancouver Aquarium

A scientist’s mind is often rational, curious and organized, but it doesn’t explain anything about timing and destiny. Ever since my family’s first vacation to Mexico to escape our Canadian winters, I have been...

Plastic on the Beach – Gone or Just Hiding?

Vancouver Aquarium

November 17, 2014

Vancouver Aquarium

Ever been to a beach and noticed garbage lying around? Ever wondered where plastic goes after you have finished using it? This past Wednesday, the Vancouver Aquarium Marine Science Centre teamed up with the ...

Living on an Island

Vancouver Aquarium

October 11, 2014

Vancouver Aquarium

Life on an island is something that most of us dream about. The beautiful beaches, relaxed lifestyle, and tight-knit community may be a welcome change from the fast-paced city life that many of us are used to. ...

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