OCEAN NETWORKS CANADA

www.OceanNetworks.ca

Ocean Networks Canada (ONC) is a world-leading organization supporting ocean discovery and technological innovation. ONC is a not-for-profit society, established in 2007 by the University of Victoria under the BC Society Act. Under a Management Agreement with the University, the purpose of ONC is to govern, manage and develop: the Ocean Networks Canada Observatory (comprised of the VENUS and NEPTUNE Canada networks) as a national research platform; and the ONC Centre for Enterprise and Engagement as a federal centre of excellence for commercialization and research. Our mission is to enable transformative ocean research for the advancement of science and technology and for the benefit of Canada.

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SUBAQUATIC SOCIETY OF CANADA

http://www.subaquaticsociety.ca/


The Subaquatic Society is an association of Canuck divers, from coast to coast and abroad, who want to further their enjoyment and knowledge of this great, enriching activity.

SCUBA diving is inherently social. They want to help you maximize your diving pleasure.  

Their focus is on three areas: Knowledge - Safety - Enjoyment 

Invitation: Join us for online discussions as well as presentations on interesting topics throughout the year. Much more then a social media club, we've got face-to-face activities planned with dives and periodic local meetups to keep you active year-round. Keep an eye on the Upcoming Events on the Home page.

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Earth Day Ottawa was our first partner, who under the leadership of Earth Day Ottawa's Elaine Gibson - immediately recognized the solid fit between the Earth Day cause and Oceans Day cause. It is with great pleasure that World Oceans Week Canada looks forward to a strong, enabling working partnership with Earth Day Ottawa and the benefits of an established network, resources, determination and years of experience navigating the environmental conservation waters that this partnerhsip will facilitate. www.earthdayottawa.ca

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The Oceans Management Research Network (OMRN)  

The aim of the Ocean Management Research Network is to create and share knowledge for the application of critical thinking and best practices to oceans management in Canada. The OMRN is interdisciplinary, with an initial focus on social science, providing a forum for researchers, managers, and policymakers to evaluate timely and innovative linkages, integrate lessons learned, transfer and share knowledge, and help create an expert core of ocean researchers. The OMRN facilitates value-added research, provides seed funding, and seeks to establish a long-term research agenda.

http:www.omrn-rrgo.ca/

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The Ocean Project

Since its formation in the late 1990s, The Ocean Project has grown from a handful of founding North American aquariums into the world's most extensive network for advancing ocean education and action, with nearly 1,000 Partner ZAMs, plus conservation and education organizations, ENGOs agencies, and institutions in all 50 U.S. states and 85 other countries.

Our Partners are the leading gatekeepers in providing the public with experiences that engage them, increase their understanding of science and conservation, and inspire them to take action at home and in their communities. Thus, we focus our resources on reaching and leveraging frontline ZAM staff, challenging them to more effectively communicate with their onsite and online visitors for conservation outcomes.

www.theoceanproject.org

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Stay tuned for updates, as we are actively seeking partnerships with other NGOs, Media, Education Institutions and Government Organizations.