Vancouver Island Humpbacks to Star in BBC’s ‘Planet Earth III’ Series

Whale researcher Jackie Hildering spoke to us about working with the iconic show ahead of the episode’s premiere.
Vancouver Island ship-breaking site hit with stop-pollution order

BC trawlers caught and discarded over 28,000 salmon in the 2022-2023 season, almost 93% (26,000) of them being Chinook salmon.
New Population of Shark-Bitten, Sperm Whale-Hunting Orcas Found by BC Researchers

New UBC study is tracking the unknown open-ocean orcas going after large predators.
BC Rescue Team Using AI to Save Orphaned Orca in Race Against the Clock

We spoke with one of the rescuers working non-stop to try and save the calf after the death of its mother.
Unlocking Ocean Wealth: New Study Finds That Marine Protected Areas Boost Fisheries and Eco-Tourism

A new study has found that marine protected areas are key to boosting fisheries’ success and growing ecotourism opportunities.
Rescuers Try In Vain To Save Stranded Orca Mom

Mother died apparently from drowning after beached on the Zeballos Causeway.
Recently Discovered Rare Coral Reef on BC’s Central Coast is Now Protected

Lophelia reef in the Finlayson Channel is the only live coral reef in Canada’s Pacific.
Graphic New Report Reveals How BC Fish Farms Threaten and Kill Wildlife

Disturbing images from salmon advocates document widespread harm in marine ecosystem.
Coast Guard Sends Warning with Record Fines for Neglected Boats in Coastal BC

The owner of an abandoned boat in Haida Gwaii faces a $12,000 fine after ignoring warnings.
Why is DFO Considering Extending BC Fish Farm Licences When Feds Promised Transition Plan by 2025?

New proposal to expand licences from two to six years has many concerned about the future of wild salmon.