Introducing Psednos gulliensis — a newly-discovered species of snailfish found in the Gully MPA! The Gully is Atlantic Canada’s oldest MPA (2004). Meaningful conservation takes time, but when we allow nature to heal itself, amazing discoveries emerge. More about the Gully: https://bit.ly/4jHBdhR

Mark your calendars! Jan. 17 marks a new era of ocean conservation. Decades of work and collective effort has led to the coming into force of this landmark treaty. Join ocean lovers from around world in a celebratory reception on Jan. 19: https://bit.ly/4qkgV09 @highseasalliance.bsky.social

As we look towards 2026, we celebrate the significant work of rights holders, communities, industry and civil society in keeping up momentum on meaningful ocean protection. With 4 years to go and just under 15% to protect, we have all hands on deck and wind in our sails as we start this new year.

Wishing you and yours a special holiday season. 🦐

On the longest night of the year, we celebrate the turning of the tide and return of the light! Even in the depths of winter, life beneath the ocean's surface is wide awake, from the kelp forests of the Pacific to the icy waters of the Arctic. Happy solstice!

Good news! Endangered bottlenose whales in the Gully MPA are growing in number after decades of decline. Their friendliness toward boats made them easy targets for whaling. By the mid-2000s their population had declined to 130, but after 20 yrs of protection they're up to 210. https://bit.ly/3YiCH82

"Climate action begins in the deep. We cannot stabilise the climate without a healthy deep ocean. It has absorbed 90% of the excess heat and stored over 30% of the CO2 generated by humanity since the Industrial Revolution." https://bit.ly/4iuYZNj @deepseaconserve.bsky.social

We welcome the Auditor General’s recognition of Canada's progress toward establishing new Marine Protected Areas & other conserved areas, many of which are close to designation. This momentum reflects years of collaboration among governments, Indigenous partners, communities & conservation orgs.

A historic 96.5% vote by the International Union for Conservation of Nature sets the stage for a powerful new marine protected area in the Atlantic, the Macaronesia Sanctuary – a transnational MPA spanning the waters of the Canary Islands, the Azores, Madeira, and Cape Verde. https://loom.ly/wcOvW3k

Rolling into the week with some GREAT news! On October 17, 2025, three new protected areas in B.C. were officially announced:  🌊 Banks Marine Refuge, co-governed by Gitxaała Nation and DFO;  🌊 G̱aw Ḵáahlii and X̲aana K̲aahlii Marine Refuges, co-governed by the Council of Haida Nation and DFO.

Celebrating our gelatinous friends today on World Jellyfish Day! 🪼 Important members of the food chain, the mesmerizing jellyfish contributes to the magic of the ocean and our fascination with it.

Seriously scary stuff. More on sufficient protection: https://marine-conservation.org/on-the-tide/why-attenborough-claims-3pct-ocean-protected/

It’s International Day of Climate Action! 🌎 Our ocean is one of the most powerful tools we have to fight climate change. By protecting and restoring blue carbon ecosystems, we can: 🌱 Capture and store carbon naturally 🌊 Protect coastlines from erosion 🐟 Support biodiversity

We were thrilled to support Blue Ribbon at the Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic this summer, an exhibition by 3 artists working with textiles, discarded plastics, fish skin, and seaweed. If you’re interested in hosting the exhibit, get in touch! Check it out in 3D: https://loom.ly/OeUIQtI

Take a look in your pantry, fridge and freezer. How much do you rely on seafood for sustenance? As we face growing challenges to food security, protecting and restoring ocean health is key to ensuring future generations can rely on the sea for nourishment. #WorldFoodDay

In case you missed it: A historic milestone for our ocean! Since Sept. 19, 15 more countries have ratified the High Seas Treaty! Congratulations to all of our peers and advocates whose incredible work made the High Seas Treaty a reality. More at https://highseasalliance.org/treaty-ratification/

We're happy to see the federal government recognize the serious impact of scrubber washwater, but we need a ban on scrubbers in all Canadian waters. Grateful to @wcelaw.bsky.social & @wwfcanada.org for their work on this issue!

Oct. 8 is World Octopus Day, and we just wanted to show you some adorable octopus that live in Canada's MPAs. 🐙 Photo 3&4: Nature Canada

A huge shoutout to the global community whose hard work and persistence made the High Seas Treaty a reality. 💙 www.youtube.com/watch?v=HDLD...

The current of hope is strong! Here are some ~Good News Currents~ in the news recently.

Every year, more than 1.5M shorebirds touch down in the inner Bay of Fundy — one of the most important stopover areas in the world. This place is a lifeline for these tiny travellers, giving them the food and rest they need. Now, it’s finally on track for stronger protection. #WorldShorebirdsDay

White sharks are causing quite a buzz on Canada's East Coast lately! Sharks are subject to a lot of media attention and fear-mongering, but they’re important agents of balance in the ocean ecosystems. 🦈

The fantastical, dream-like works of Fanny Bok Yin Tang (Vancouver, BC) transport us to a beautiful new world. Inspiring awe and wonder, these imaginative undersea scapes tell a story of hope, connection and oneness of creation. View Fanny's work: https://www.fannybytangart.com/ #OceanArt

Blue whales' songs have dropped significantly. It’s a warning sign, but also a reminder. When we give the ocean a chance to heal, life (and its beautiful music) comes back. 🐋 Read more: https://futurism.com/scientists-alarmed-whales-silent

Wonderful news worth celebrating! 🎉 New research out of @dalhousie.bsky.social for the Journal of Applied Ecology shows endangered northern bottlenose whale numbers surged after The Gully off Nova Scotia became a marine protected area.

Please watch this fantastic video highlighting the unified, urgent call to protect the #DeepSea!

Melissa Labrador is an eighth-generation Mi'kmaq artist from the Wildcat Community in Mi'kma'ki (Nova Scotia). She also leads the incredible Pemsɨk Mawa’tasikl Anko’tmu’kl — a conservation mosaic that brings together existing initiatives and works to fill gaps in terrestrial and marine protection.

Canada and Panama are spearheading the High‑Ambition Coalition for a Quiet Ocean! Did you know? 🐟 Marine species use sound to navigate, hunt & find mates 🛥️ Human activity has doubled noise levels in some parts of the ocean 🔊 Sound moves ~4x faster in water, making the ocean a complex soundscape

We were thrilled to host a screening of "Ocean with David Attenborough" at museumofnature.bsky.social. Discussions following the film were powerful. Thank you to our co-host naturecanada.bsky.social & minderoo.bsky.social and highseasalliance.bsky.social for their support.

We hosted a special gathering of NGOs at the Coastal Zone Conference in PEI earlier this month. It was a chance to connect, share stories, and strengthen the relationships that keep this work going. In this sector, connection and collaboration is how we thrive as organizations and as a movement. 💙

Because good news should be shared as often as possible! 🐬 #ICYMI: French Polynesia announced the world’s largest Marine Protected Area earlier this month, protecting its entire ocean territory. Congrats to French Polynesia! We applaud the ambition and leadership of this significant announcement.

Remember the incredible Grade 5 class at St. Emily's school who fundraised for SeaBlue Canada? We had the honour and pleasure of meeting these ocean champions last week and accepting a donation of $1,631.35!!! THANK YOU for your activism and care for our ocean 💙

🌊 Marine wildlife relies on sound to orient itself, to communicate, to survive. But underwater noise pollution is threatening life below the surface. The launch of the High Ambition Coalition for a Quiet Ocean at #UNOC3 marks a milestone. A moment of hope. A signal that change is possible.

#UNOC3 ended with 50 ratifications. But we still need 10 before the Treaty can enter into force. Send your message to your world leader urging them to ratify the #BBNJ Treaty now! Together we can achieve 60 ratifications! #RaceForRatification ➡️ buff.ly/N54Hzn8

The Inner Bay of Fundy Colouring & Activity Book has arrived! 🎨 We're proud to support this new resource, developed in collaboration with local researcher Dr. Sondra Eger, community fishers Darren and Erica Porter, and a range of community voices. Check it out: https://linktr.ee/colourthecoasts

At #UNOC, Secretary General António Guterres called on world leaders to ratify the High Seas Treaty, a critical step toward creating marine protected areas in international waters. Global leaders have stepped up, signing and ratifying the treaty and bringing us closer to turning it into action.

We’re proud to be an official sponsor of Coastal Zone Canada 2025 🌊 We are excited to support this space for conversations, Indigenous leadership, science, and community action. 🔗 Learn more: coastalzonecanada.org/czc2025

Beautiful wisdom from former Bluenose II deckhand Margaret on this #WorldOceanDay

Have you seen Sir David Attenborough’s new film, "Planet Earth III: Ocean"? In this film, we see the brutal reality of bottom trawling: precious ecosystems and creatures crushed, and thousands of non-target species hauled up as bycatch. Read more: https://loom.ly/77NGkBI

For 17 years, Karl Marsters has been guiding kayakers through the winding waterways of Blue Rocks, NS. With Pleasant Paddling, he offers visitors an up close and personal way to experience the Atlantic ocean. He's also observed major changes to the area in his 17 years as an ecotourism operator.

A small and fascinating selection of deep sea creatures living in Canadian waters. Feel free to pop your favourite in the chat! canadiangeographic.ca/articles/six...

Do you ever hear a word so many times, it begins to lose meaning? "Biodiversity" might be one of those words, but what it represents is critical for human survival, and at risk. Every species, every ecosystem, every connection matters. Learn more and take action: loom.ly/0OocEfM #BiodiversityDay

#OceanArt spotlight ft. the evocative work of B.C. artist Judy McLaren. "I have been applying my experience and familiarity with working on the human figure to explore the tensions, rhythms and sculptural qualities of the sea, which like skin, molds and forms over underlying structural surfaces."

Remember Tidal Wave, the incredible grade 5 students from St. Emily School in Ottawa fundraising for SeaBlue Canada? Here's an exciting update! "The students have begun selling products and our slime is very popular!" Learn more about these inspiring changemakers! loom.ly/Tu0iGpI

On #DeepDay, we come together to spotlight the critical threats facing the deep ocean, from the looming risk of deep-sea mining to the destructive impacts of bottom trawling on vulnerable marine ecosystems. We also celebrate the community working to protect this vast, mysterious world.

We are pleased to support Blue Ribbon: An exhibition by Laurie Swim, Ingrid Larssen and Jane Whitten working with textiles, discarded plastics, fish skin, and seaweed as carriers of meaning to address their shared compassion and concern for the Gulf Stream. Opening June 1 Lunenburg, #NovaScotia!

Tuna has long been a pantry staple and a rich source of nutrients, but overfishing once pushed many species to the brink. Thanks to global cooperation and science-based mgmt, over 90% of tuna now comes from healthy stocks, with many species making a strong comeback. #WorldTunaDay loom.ly/dhyACuI

Congratulations to our new Prime Minister, and a huge shoutout to every single person who showed up and voted. As the new government sets its course, we’ll be standing strong for our ocean and for the communities who depend on it. #cdnpoli

For every $1 invested in Marine Protected Areas returns $5 in economic benefits; protecting ecosystems, coastal communities & livelihoods, safeguarding fisheries, delivering climate resilience #DrRashidSumaila #OurOceanConference @oceana.bsky.social 🐋🌊🌎

A reminder that your vote matters - not only for Canadians, but for the world around us. Don't forget to get out and #vote on Monday April 28th - if you haven't already! #cdnpoli