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.
Topic: Shipping Regulations
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.
Article
Marine Fuels:
What is Heavy Fuel Oil?
Efforts to reduce emissions from ships – including stricter regulations about marine fuels’ allowable level of sulphur – are curbing the use of heavy fuel oil (HFO) in the marine shipping industry.
Article
Environmental Certifications: Towards a More Responsible Marine Shipping Industry
Overview of the environmental standards and certification programs aimed at encouraging ship owners and operators, industry providers and port authorities to adopt sustainable practices and reduce their environmental footprint.
Article
What is IMO 2020?
IMO 2020 limits the amount of sulphur permitted in commercial ship fuel to 0.5% for ships operating worldwide.
Report
Availability of Tugs of Opportunity in Canada’s Pacific Region
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