August 30, 2021
Shipping Containers Overboard
Why are shipping containers lost at sea and where do they end up? Read more Blog
August 10, 2021
Black Carbon in the Arctic:
What You Need to Know
How does air pollution from marine shipping accelerate climate change in the Arctic and what can be done about it? Read more Blog
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Transport Canada
Transport Canada
July 19, 2021
Arctic Marine Natural Gas Supply Chain Study
A study of the feasibility, benefits, and risks of the use of natural gas in the Canadian Arctic. Read more Research
Clear Seas
July 12, 2021
Maritime Commercial Incidents and Accidents
Clear Seas examined the spatial distribution of commercial marine shipping incidents and accidents in and around Canadian waters and created an interactive, user-friendly visualization tool to share this data. Accessible to all, this tool can be used to highlight areas of potential shipping risks, identify trends in marine incident reporting, and help inform policymakers and the public on the safety of marine shipping in Canada. Read more Research
June 22, 2021
How will the TMX Pipeline Affect Marine Shipping in the Salish Sea?
The transport of oil by ships is no stranger to controversy. But the tempo of that debate is sure to increase as the Trans Mountain Expansion (TMX) project heads for completion at the end of 2022, with all three berths operating at full capacity later in 2023, placing any potential risks to coastal ecosystems from increased tanker traffic firmly in the public spotlight. Read more Blog
June 17, 2021
Recognition comes at a painful time in the history of Indigenous People and shines a light on the need for reconciliation
Reflecting on the history, heritage, and diversity of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples and why it's important for their voices to be heard. Read more Blog
June 9, 2021
Southern Resident killer whales: Helping to save an endangered species
With more than 27,000 km of coastline that extends from Alaska to Washington State, Canada’s Pacific region is home to a rich and vibrant marine ecosystem. Thousands of sea creatures inhabit these waters, from microscopic species to large, fascinating mammals. Among them are the highly intelligent and iconic orcas, also known as killer whales. Read more Blog
May 6, 2021
2021 Update: Endangered North Atlantic Right Whales
North Atlantic right whales are one of the most endangered species of large whales. Read more Blog
March 23, 2021
Anchors Away: Understanding the Issues About Ships at Anchor
As Canada’s international trade and the global demand for its products continues to grow, the need for anchorages, which allow ships to wait outside a harbour to unload or pick-up their cargos, has increased. This has an impact on coastal areas, the environment and on the traditional activities of Indigenous communities. Read more Blog