North Sea Ship Collision Sparks Environmental Fears
A devastating ship collision in the North Sea this week has sparked renewed warnings about the dangers of transporting fossil fuels by sea—warnings that resonate deeply in British Columbia, where historical oil spills have left scars on both marine ecosystems and coastal communities. On March 10th, a Portugal-flagged cargo vessel, the Solong, collided with the […]
Noise Pollution from Vessels Affect Resident Orcas’ Ability to Hunt, Study Finds
The Salish Sea is far too noisy for its resident orcas to hunt efficiently and effectively, according to new research by the University of Washington and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA).
New Ocean Noise Strategy to Help Manage Coastal Noise Pollution
The federal government has announced the first draft of Canada’s Ocean Noise Strategy, which will help manage noise pollution on our coast.
Canada Called to Answer for Lack of Enforcement on Toxic Wastewater Dumping in the Pacific
The Commission for Environmental Cooperation (CEC), established under the U.S.-Canada-Mexico trade agreement, has raised concerns about Canada’s failure to control the discharge of millions of tonnes of contaminated wash water from fuel scrubbers.
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.
Shipbreaking in Union Bay: Muddled Jurisdiction and Environmental Risk
50% of BC shellfish comes from the same ocean area where shipbreaking occurs. What can we do about it?