To celebrate Ocean Week Canada, the public is invited to participate in a Marine Debris Survey on Thursday, June 5, 2025, from 10:30 am to 12:00 pm, near the Shores Restaurant at the Qualicum Beach waterfront.

This local event invites community members to participate in monitoring and removing marine debris, while building a deeper connection to our shoreline and ocean environment. The Town of Qualicum Beach is partnering with the Mount Arrowsmith Biosphere Region Research Institute (MABRRI) to host the event during Ocean Week Canada - a national celebration of ocean knowledge, stewardship, and engagement.

The event will focus on identifying, collecting, and categorizing marine debris and microplastics. Data gathered will contribute to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA) Marine Debris Monitoring and Assessment Program (MDMAP), which supports international efforts to track coastal pollution and inform effective management practices.

This initiative promotes environmental awareness, encourages citizen science, and supports data-driven policy development to protect coastal ecosystems. With the help of volunteers, MABRRI plans to continue long-term monitoring efforts and contribute to broader environmental databases on marine debris and microplastics.

Join this event to protect our coastline, contribute to science, and be part of the global movement to safeguard our oceans.

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