Toolkit: Reconciliation and Marine Shipping

Exploring how Indigenous perspectives and traditional knowledge have been applied to mitigate the impacts of underwater noise on marine mammals

The delicate balance between human activity and marine ecosystems is increasingly evident in the coastal waters of British Columbia.

Meaningful participation in Canada’s marine sector for Indigenous people – what will it take?

The Blue Economy offers many career paths. From marine biologists studying ecosystems to data scientists analyzing large datasets and engineers creating innovative solutions for renewable energy, the opportunities are endless. It is crucial to balance this growth with the conservation efforts of Indigenous people whose communities are intertwined with the ocean to address and mitigate climate change.

Indigenous research is being led by a new generation of Indigenous students who are redefining the field and tackling important topics that are addressing environmental social, and cultural challenges in First Nations across Canada.