March 15, 2018
Research Spotlight: Dr. Aldo Chircop
“Good policy decisions require good research for evidence-based decision-making.” – Dr. Aldo Chircop Read more Blog
Clear Seas
March 5, 2018
Vessel Drift and Response Analysis for Canada’s Pacific Coast
Clear Seas commissioned Nuka Research and Planning Group, LLC to assess the risk that a disabled vessel could drift aground on Canada’s Pacific coast before help arrives. Read more Research
February 26, 2018
What Are HNS?
Many chemicals transported by sea are considered hazardous and noxious substances that can have significant impacts when spilled into the marine environment. Read more Blog
MEOPAR
February 22, 2018
Commercial Shipping Issues in Canada’s North
Clear Seas and MEOPAR have funded a two-year study to assess marine shipping trends over the past 30 years in the Canadian Arctic, focusing on two sites in the Northwest Passage. Read more Research
January 25, 2018
Research Spotlight: Dr. Jackie Dawson
“Governing shipping in the Arctic is extremely complex and it requires collaboration and respect.” – Dr. Jackie Dawson Read more Blog
January 10, 2018
Who Pays for an Oil Spill
If an oil spill were to happen in Canadian waters tomorrow, who would pay for it? Learn about the costs and liabilities related to ship-source oil spills. Learn more Key Issues
January 4, 2018
Places of Refuge
When a vessel is damaged, disabled or otherwise in distress at sea, finding a place of refuge – a place where it can be taken to prevent further damage to the vessel or pollution to the environment – can be critical. Read more Blog
December 5, 2017
What is Marine Pilotage?
Marine pilotage plays a vital role in marine safety and accident prevention. Read more Blog
November 23, 2017
Who Pays For Response Organizations?
There are four response organizations located in Canada. Read more Blog
