Article
Haida Gwaii Oil Spill Prevention Measures Renewed for Ships
The Voluntary Protection Zone implemented to keep commercial ships at a safe distance from the west coast of Haida Gwaii is extended.
Topic: Shipping Regulations
Workshop/Webinar
Populating an Inventory of Marine Shipping Risk Resources
October 26, 2021, 10:00 AM (PDT) – Join the Canadian Marine Shipping Risk Forum (CMSRF) for the workshop Populating an Inventory of Marine Shipping Risk Resources.
Article
Ballast water management: stopping the spread of invasive species by ships
Why commercial ships carry ballast water on board, and how it affects the marine environment.
Workshop/Webinar
Managing Shipping Risk in Marine Protected Areas
June 24, 2021 (Virtual) – The Canadian Marine Shipping Risk Forum (CMSRF) hosted the webinar Managing Shipping Risk in Marine Protected Areas.
Article
Endangered North Atlantic Right Whales: A Species on the Brink of Extinction
The North Atlantic right whale, which lives and hunts in Canadian waters, is one of the most endangered species of large whales in the world.
Report
Vessel Traffic in Canada’s Pacific Region
Workshop/Webinar
Vessel Traffic In Canada’s Pacific Region – Trends, Patterns And Density
Clear Seas’ fifth body of work under the Marine Transportation Corridors initiative was released on March 2nd. The analysis sheds light on vessel traffic in Canada’s Pacific region.
Report
2020 Public Opinion Poll: Canadians’ Attitudes Towards Marine Shipping
Microsite
Oil Spill Response
If a spill occurs, who cleans it up and how? What are the resources available to minimize the environmental damage? How is the recovered oil safely disposed? Who pays for the cost of clean-up and damages as a result of an oil spill?
Article
Navigating the St. Lawrence: Challenging Waters, Rich History and Bright Future
The St. Lawrence marine corridor plays a key role in Canada’s economy and supply chain. The geography as well as the unique physical attributes and water dynamics of the St. Lawrence challenge the commercial ships transiting through this maritime route in more than one way.
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