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Sinking barge moved to safe harbour off B.C. coast

A sinking barge carrying cargo containers has been successfully moved to safe harbour near Bella Bella, though unloading operations face delays due to high winds. Latest updates on the marine incident.

Toxic PFAS Found in B.C. Sea Otters

UBC researchers discover toxic PFAS chemicals in B.C. sea otters, with levels three times higher near cities. This raises concerns for marine ecosystem health.

Gatorade, PWHL launch female athlete hydration study

Gatorade partners with the PWHL for a first-of-its-kind study to establish female-specific hydration data, addressing a long-standing gap in sports science. Discover how this research will empower women in hockey and beyond.

Wild dolphin refuses to leave Venice, faces danger

A bottlenose dolphin named Mimmo captivates Venice with acrobatic displays but faces increasing risks by refusing to leave the city's busy waterways. Learn about his story and the dangers he confronts.

PWHL Sweat Study Aids Female Athletes

A groundbreaking study on PWHL players' sweat aims to provide crucial data for optimizing performance and health for current and future female athletes in Canada.

Baby Sea Otter Reunited With Mother After Rescue

A heartwarming rescue mission successfully reunited a baby sea otter with its mother in central California after wildlife officials intervened. The dramatic operation highlights marine conservation efforts.

Dartmouth Teacher Wins National STEM Honour

Shane MacLeod, a Dartmouth High science teacher, receives Prime Minister's 2025 STEM award, recognizing exceptional contributions to science education in Nova Scotia.

Former Marine Faces Execution for 1979 Child Murder

Bryan Frederick Jennings, a former Marine convicted of killing a 6-year-old girl over four decades ago, is scheduled for execution in Florida. The case highlights justice delayed but not denied.

Kingsville ends boat rescue service

Kingsville terminates its boat rescue service due to high costs and overlapping jurisdiction. The fire department will focus on shore-based rescues while OPP and Coast Guard handle water calls.

Boat Collision in English Bay: Two Rescued

Two people rescued after pleasure boat collides with container ship in English Bay near Vancouver. Transportation Safety Board investigating Sunday morning incident.

Vancouver Island Orca Study Reveals Hunting Secrets

New research uncovers surprising hunting patterns and social behaviors among West Coast's mysterious mammal-eating killer whales, challenging previous assumptions about these apex predators.

Deep Sea Mining Threatens Marine Food Web: Study

Groundbreaking research reveals how deep-sea mining could disrupt marine ecosystems from seabed to surface, threatening the entire ocean food chain with far-reaching consequences.

Seal Diet Study Reignites NL Fisheries Debate

New research reveals seals are consuming large quantities of cod, reigniting the contentious discussion about seal management in Atlantic Canada's struggling fishing industry.

Kingsville Fire Department Ends Boat Rescue Services

The Kingsville Fire Department has officially ceased marine rescue operations, leaving boaters to rely on Coast Guard and OPP for emergency water responses. Learn about the safety implications and new protocols.

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