In The News: Coasts & Oceans

2024-10-21

Entanglements are a leading cause of death for endangered North Atlantic right whales. Removing fishing lines from the ocean could help minimize this risk — but only if lobstermen get on board, experts say.

2024-10-16

The critically endangered North Atlantic right whale (NARW) faces deadly threats from both vessel strikes and entanglement in rope lines, which stem from crab and lobster traps and pots in areas that overlap with their habitat. Eighty-two percent of North Atlantic right whales bear scars from entanglements with fishing gear and ship strikes.

2024-10-07

If there’s something strange haunting the ocean deep, who you gonna call? Ghost Gearbusters!

2024-08-20

Many of Canada’s lakes, streams and rivers are part of ancient migratory routes that have been travelled by aquatic species for thousands of years.

2024-08-15

The Canadian government has cut back on an important measure that detects critically endangered North Atlantic right whales and triggers protective measures.

2024-08-15

Fundy North Fishermen’s Association hopes new ropeless gear will allow them to continue fishing

2024-08-13

Did you know that a staggering 92 per cent of the 5.25 trillion plastic particles floating on our oceans are microplastics? These tiny particles originate from various sources: microbeads in beauty products, synthetic fibers from clothing, tires, city dust, and the breakdown of larger plastic debris.

2024-08-13

he giants in our oceans contribute significantly to the marine ecosystem, both in life and in death. While they swim across the planet’s oceans, whales’ nutrient dense excrement provide sustenance to many species. And when they stop swimming, their carcasses become rich feeding grounds for many other creatures. And as surprising as it may seem, these ocean giants might even play a part in fighting climate change. Is there anything these titans can’t do?

2024-08-13

Over half of the 40 whales species that call Canada’s waters home are at risk of extinction. They face all sorts of threats from marine vessel strikes to entanglement in fishing gear, habitat loss to pollution, dwindling prey to the effects of climate change and more. But there are things you can do to help conserve these incredible creatures, especially if you live by the coast!

2024-06-19

Looking Through a New Lens at the Fishing Industry and Marine Wildlife