What is Ocean Wise? 

Ocean Wise is a globally focused conservation organization on a mission to protect and restore the world’s oceans. Through research, education, direct-action conservation and field projects, we empower communities to take action for ocean health.

We’re focused on tackling three major ocean challenges: overfishing, ocean pollution and climate change. Ocean Wise is headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia with staff and initiatives across Canada.

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The 2030 Conservation Strategy 

We are connected to the ocean. We rely on it for food, water and clean energy. Two of every three breaths we take come from it. The ocean is also our first line of defence against climate change.

Pollution, overexploitation of resources and habitat destruction are pushing our ocean to the brink. And it is not just the whales, turtles, coral and salmon who pay the price. Our own health and well-being is at stake.

Fortunately, we have the power to rebuild a resilient and vibrant ocean. Together, we can shape a globally sustainable future – for us, our children and future generations. Our ten years starts now.

Learn more by reading a decade to turn the tide

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Ocean Wise Conservation initiatives

You can explore the different initiatives under the three different challenges below 

Ocean Pollution

• Whales
• Plastics

Overfishing

• Fisheries
  

Climate change 

• Arctic
• Turtles & Reefs
• Seaforestation