E.P.I.C. | Plastic Pollution Emergency Response™
The Marine Plastic Management Program (MPMP) is an innovative initiative by Ocean Legacy that empowers businesses operating in the marine sector to take responsibility for the end-of-life management of their equipment and materials. Designed specifically for organizations involved in marine-based industries—such as fisheries… Read more
LBS OF PLASTIC COLLECTED FROM CLEANUPS
The EPIC Program incorporates a four pillar hands-on approach to end plastic pollution: EDUCATION, POLICY, INFRASTRUCTURE & CLEANUP.
Ending Ocean Plastic Pollution!
As a Canadian-based, international non-profit organization, founded in 2013, we are dedicated to ending ocean plastic pollution around the world. Our mission is to develop and implement international response programs that combat this critical challenge. We combine innovative technologies, education, and skills training to transform plastic pollution into economic value. Additionally, we collaborate closely with local communities, tailoring tools to prevent further plastic pollution and protect their unique environments.
Our vision is a world where oceans thrive, free from the devastating impacts of plastic pollution. We envision a planet working together to support the plastic circular economy where everyone, and everything, benefits. We believe in the power of collective action, empowering communities and individuals to be stewards of their marine environments while supporting and developing a sense of responsibility for leaving future generations a legacy of healthy, thriving ocean ecosystems and a plastic pollution free world.
Here at Ocean Legacy Foundation we are a diverse team, driven by a deep responsibility to protect our oceans for present and future generations. Our integrated approach, called EPIC, focuses on Education & Research, Policy & Advocacy, Infrastructure Development, and Cleanup & Restoration. Through EPIC, we aim to restore critical ecosystems, improve both human and wildlife health, and establish sustainable infrastructure and policies to prevent oceanic plastic pollution at its source.
How many tons of plastics are in the ocean and how did it all get there? Why is ocean plastic a global problem? What are some facts about plastic pollution in our oceans and on our shorelines? Are we eating Microplastics? How should we deal with the recovered plastic from beach cleanups?
Ending ocean plastic pollution! Our EPIC program: Plastic Pollution Emergency Response™ consists of a 4-pillar approach to dealing with ocean plastics: Education, Policy, Infrastructure and Cleanup. Learn more about how you can get involved and help us transform, cleanup and prevent ocean plastic problems in the first place.
New Partnership to Recycle Neoprene Waste!
We are excited to share that Ocean Legacy Foundation is collaborating with Surfrider Foundation Canada through their ReSurf program to collect old wetsuits through our Ocean Plastic Depots!
This pilot project marks a key step in expanding our partnerships to handle more diverse marine materials for items that often end up in landfills.
After collecting the wetsuits in our Ocean Plastic Depots, we will coordinate with ReSurf for their collection so they can be reincorporated to the circular economy!
Learn more about our work at oceanplasticdepots.ca
#OceanLegacy #surfridercanada #LegacyPlastic #marinedebris #CircularEconomy #PlasticRecycling #ghostgear #oceanprotection #NeopreneRecycling
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We have Reached 535 Signatures!
Thank you to everyone who has signed and shared our petition to the House of Commons, calling for stronger national action on plastic pollution in Canada. With 528 signatures gathered, we have officially met the requirement for presentation in Parliament.
We extend our sincere gratitude to MP Gord Johns for his ongoing leadership and commitment to advancing policies that address marine debris and plastic pollution across Canada.
Although we have reached the minimum requirement, every additional signature strengthens our call for a cleaner, more sustainable future. If you haven’t already, please add your name and help us make an even greater impact before submission:
www.ourcommons.ca/petitions/en/Petition/Details?Petition=e-6795&fbclid=IwY2xjawNfXOxleHRuA2FlbQIx...
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We are honoured to be featured in News Break for our ongoing work tackling one of the biggest environmental challenges of our time: plastic pollution.
Through our cleanup, collection, and recycling programs, we have removed and processed over 1,000 tons of harmful material from the ocean and shorelines across Canada, turning marine debris into valuable resources through our Legacy Plastic™ program. This reflects the power of collaboration, innovation, and community-driven action to restore our oceans.
Link of the article in first comment!
#OceanLegacy #LegacyPlastic #oceancleanup #marinedebris #CircularEconomy #sustainability #protectouroceans #plasticpollution
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Last month we had the opportunity to present our EPIC programming to the Penticton Rotary Club. We thank all of the members for their rapt attention and interest in solving the ocean plastic pollution crisis, and for Rotary's ongoing support of polio vaccination programs worldwide.
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Derelict and abandoned vessels pose serious environmental, navigational, and safety risks in our waterways. When left to deteriorate, they can leak fuel, oils, and debris into sensitive marine ecosystems, harming wildlife and local communities.
At Ocean Legacy, we recognize the importance of removing these vessels responsibly. Our skilled team is trained to manage derelict vessel removal projects safely and efficiently, from site assessment to dismantling and material recovery. We also offer private contracts for companies and industry members in need for removal services.
Through carefully designed procurement practices, we ensure that every component retrieved is handled using the best end-of-life processes available, prioritizing affordability, safety, and sustainability every step of the way.
Together, we can restore our coasts and protect our shared marine environment for generations to come.
#derelictvessels #marineservices #oceanrestoration #CircularEconomy #LegacyPlastic #oceanlegacyfoundation
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Every cleanup tells a story of impact!
Through our Plastic Pollution Emergency Response Facility (PPERF) and Ocean Plastic Depot Network, we keep working with communities across British Columbia to recover and recycle marine debris, from ghost gear to styrofoam, tires, and other types of harmful materials.
Each item collected is carefully sorted, and eligible materials are processed, and transformed into Legacy Plastic™, giving new life to materials that once threatened our marine ecosystems.
Thank you to our partners, volunteers, and community depots who make these efforts possible. Together, we continue with our mission to restore coastal environments and advancing a circular economy for plastics in Canada.
Donate today to help us continue with our operations!
#oceanlegacyfoundation #LegacyPlastic #marinedebris #CircularEconomy #cleanupbc #PlasticRecycling #oceanconservation
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Only 64 more signatures needed!
If you want to support people across Canada working hard to make marine ecosystems a safer place, cleaner place, please sign this petition to keep funding the removal and processing of ghost gear.
Your voice matters, please join this movement:
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This past week, we were proud to support Surfrider Vancouver during their remote cleanup in Howe Sound by providing super sacks and recycling all of the debris collected through our Plastic Pollution Emergency Response Facility.
Collaborations like these help make large-scale marine debris removal possible, ensuring that the materials recovered from our coastlines are responsibly managed and given a second life through recycling.
A huge thank you to the Surfrider Vancouver team and all volunteers who dedicated their time to protecting these incredible coastal ecosystems.
Together, we’re turning cleanup efforts into real circular solutions.
#OceanLegacyFoundation #LegacyPlastic #MarineDebris #HoweSoundCleanup #PlasticPollutionSolutions #CollaborationForTheOcean #CircularEconomy
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We are always happy to to support partners like the Western Canada Marine Response Corporation (@wcmrc) in their ongoing commitment to ocean protection. While their teams regularly respond to oil spills, they also dedicate their downtime to marine debris cleanups to keep their skills sharp and our coastlines clean.
During a recent cleanup in Clayoquot Sound, organized in collaboration with BC Marine Trails, WCMRC used a skiff lent from Ocean Legacy’s facility in Steveston to access remote areas. With the help of their 52’ Munson landing craft and a sling shot to get the messenger line ashore, the team collected 200 kg of debris in just one day.
The recovered materials were brought to the Ocean Legacy Depot at the Tofino Landfill, where they will be sent to our recycling facility on the mainland to be transformed into new resources.
We’re grateful to collaborate with partners like WCMRC who take action to protect our shared waters.\
Video credit: Aram Evans
#OceanLegacy #MarineCleanup #WCMRC #ClayoquotSound #BCMarineTrails #LegacyPlastic #CoastalStewardship #CircularEconomy #PlasticPollution
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We are so happy to announce that our OH&S Manager and Field Specialist Ashley Tapp will be a panelist for "Shifting Recreational Culture: Tourism-Led Stewardship in BC's Marine Area's & Wilderness" during the 2025 Vancouver Island Stewardship Summit tomorrow!
Ashley has been a key person in our operations for the past few yers and has helped with very impactful campaigns such as #LiveTheWildPledge to involve Vancouver Island's community in cleanup through tourism. Other panelists include: Sam Cutcliffe from Marine Trails, and Michelle Brown from the North Island Marine Mammal Stewardship Association (NIMSA).
If you would like to participate, you can still get your tickets for this event here: www.4vigroup.com/stewardship-summit
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It is with deep sorrow that we find the news of the passing of Dr. Jane Goodall. Dr. Goodall’s life was a testament to courage, curiosity, and compassion. She spent decades advocating for our planet and inspiring generations through her message of interconnection, responsibility, and hope.
Today, we want to take a moment to honor her legacy that will forever remain, her relentless drive to protect life, and to believe that one person can make a difference.
We extend our heartfelt condolences to her family, colleagues, and the many people around the world whose lives she touched. May her legacy continue to live in our actions and inspire future stewards of Earth.
Rest in power, Dr. Goodall. Your work lives on in all of the minds and souls that you have inspired.
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On September 30, we pause to honour the children who never returned home from residential schools, the survivors who carry this truth, and the families and communities forever impacted.
As we reflect on the ongoing impacts of colonization, we recognize that reconciliation is not a single day, but a continuous process that requires learning, listening, and action.
Our work to restore ecosystems and protect the ocean takes place on lands and waters that have been stewarded by Indigenous peoples since time immemorial. We are grateful for this stewardship and recognize the need to uphold Indigenous voices, rights, and leadership in all conversations about protecting the environment.
We encourage our community and allies to take part in local events, listen to survivors, and commit to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action. True reconciliation requires more than reflection, it requires ongoing responsibility, solidarity, and change.
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New Podcast Feature! Our Co-Founder, Chloé Dubois, recently joined SEE Change Magazine to talk about the urgent fight against ocean plastic pollution and how Ocean Legacy is working to turn the tide. From global cleanups to recycling marine debris into new products, Chloé shares the vision behind building a circular economy for plastics and why collective action is essential for our oceans.
Tune in to hear how Ocean Legacy is:
Restoring coastlines through cleanup efforts
Transforming recovered plastics into new resources
Driving education, advocacy, and systemic solutions
Be inspired, listen in, and share the conversation with your community. Together, we can create lasting change for our oceans.
Listen now:
Combatting Ocean Plastic Pollution: Chloé Dubois of Ocean Legacy - SEE Change Magazine
www.seechangemagazine.com
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What can we do during the National Day for Truth & Reconciliation?
On September 30, we will honour the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, a day to remember Indigenous children who were forced into residential schools, to listen to survivors, and to acknowledge the deep, intergenerational harm that continues today.
This is not just a day of reflection. It is a call to action, especially for those who consider themselves allies. Check out the links at the bottom of this post to find important events!
What can you do?
1. Attend local events: concerts, art shows, film screenings, community gatherings, and conversations. Let your presence show that you stand in solidarity.
2. Listen first: amplify Indigenous voices. Read books by Indigenous authors, visit cultural centres, hear from survivors and community leaders.
3. Educate yourself and others: learn about the TRC’s Calls to Action, colonial history, and current Indigenous rights issues.
4. Act with your power: use your platform, your resources, and your relationships to push for policy change, funding for Indigenous-led initiatives, and meaningful reconciliation.
5. Reflect on your own role: in your community, workplace, family, and social circle.
What can you do differently going forward?
If you’re in British Columbia (or Canada more broadly), check local events to find something happening near you.
To all allies: This is a day to show up. Not performatively, but with intention, humility, and persistence. Join in, support, learn, and commit to continuing the work long after September 30.
Check out this links for events or information regarding this day:
www.indigenousbc.com/national-day-for-truth-and-reconciliation/
www.indigenousbc.com/events/
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Thank you to our dear friend and colleague @Adham Shaikh for surprising us with this incredible story, support and video.
It captures the heart and effort so many of us have devoted our lives to solving. Thank you.
This work needs continued funding and coastal communities need continued support.
Tell our government that this is a critical issue and sign the petition today:
www.ourcommons.ca/petitions/en/Petition/Details?Petition=e-6795
Thank you in advance!
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Plastic pollution and waste management are some of the most pressing and complex issues of our time.
Our EPIC strategy is working to solve this crisis by targeting poignant education and research, develop key mitigative policy measures that address virgin plastic production, drive behaviour change and foster system redesign and circularity as well as restorative cleanup.
Thank you to the CBC News team for taking some time to better understand these issues, our programs and the challenges facing the coastal communities on the frontlines solving plastic pollution.
If you want to get involved and help hundreds of people across Canada continue this work, please sign the Federal petition to drive these conversations in the House of Commons.
www.ourcommons.ca/petitions/en/Petition/Details?Petition=e-6795
Thank you to all the people working tirelessly in this sector, all the NGOs, indigenous stewards, government personnel and concerned citizens. This work needs you now more then ever.
To read the whole article, search CBC News, "How plastic fishing gear waste is being recycled into patio furniture — for now".
Facebook prevents us from sharing article links, even broken links on their platform.
Never Give Up, Never Surrender!
#cbcnews #OceanLegacy #plasticpollution #oceanconservation #circulareconomy
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Plastic pollution and waste management are some of the most pressing and complex issues of our time.
Our EPIC strategy is working to solve this crisis by targeting poignant education and research, develop key mitigative policy measures that address virgin plastic production, drive behaviour change and foster system redesign and circularity as well as restorative cleanup.
Thank you to the CBC News team for taking some time to better understand these issues, our programs and the challenges facing the coastal communities on the frontlines solving plastic pollution.
If you want to get involved and help hundreds of people across Canada continue this work, please sign the Federal petition to dive these conversations in the House of Commons.
Google e-6795 (Fisheries). This platform is not letting us post this petition.
Thank you to all the people working tirelessly in this sector, all the NGOs, indigenous stewards, government personnel and concerned citizens. This work needs you now more then ever.
To read the whole article, connect the last digit on the link, Facebook rules prevents from sharing article links on their platform:
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/plastic-fishing-gear-waste-recycling-1.76376 90
Never Give Up, Never Surrender!
#cbcnews #OceanLegacy #plasticpollution #oceanconservation #CircularEconomy
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Plastic pollution and waste management are some of the most pressing and complex issues of our time.
Our EPIC strategy is working to solve this crisis by targeting poignant education and research, develop key mitigative policy measures that address virgin plastic production, drive behaviour change and foster system redesign and circularity as well as restorative cleanup.
Thank you to the CBC News team for taking some time to better understand these issues, our programs and the challenges facing the coastal communities on the frontlines solving plastic pollution.
If you want to get involved and help hundreds of people across Canada continue this work, please sign this Federal petition to drive these conversations in the House of Commons (Connect the last 2 digits):
www.ourcommons.ca/petitions/en/Petition/Details?Petition=e-67 95
Thank you to all the people working tirelessly in this sector, all the NGOs, indigenous stewards, government personnel and concerned citizens. This work needs you now more then ever.
To read the whole article, connect the last digit on the link, Facebook rules prevents from sharing article links on their platform (connect the last 2 digits):
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/plastic-fishing-gear-waste-recycling-1.76376 90
Never Give Up, Never Surrender!
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Plastic pollution and waste management are some of the most pressing and complex issues of our time.
Our EPIC strategy is working to solve this crisis by targeting poignant education and research, develop key mitigative policy measures that address virgin plastic production, drive behaviour change and foster system redesign and circularity as well as restorative cleanup.
Thank you to the CBC News team for taking some time to better understand these issues, our programs and the challenges facing the coastal communities across Canada solving these issues.
If you want to get involved and help hundreds of people across Canada continue this work, please sign this Federal petition to drive these conversations in the House of Commons (connect the last digit on the link, Facebook rules prevents from sharing article links on their platform):
www.ourcommons.ca/petitions/en/Petition/Details?Petition=e-679 5
Thank you to all the people working tirelessly in this sector, all the NGOs, indigenous stewards, government personnel and concerned citizens. This work needs you now more then ever.
To read the whole article, connect the last digit on the link, Facebook rules prevents from sharing article links on their platform:
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/plastic-fishing-gear-waste-recycling-1.763769 0
Never Give Up, Never Surrender!
#cbcnews #OceanLegacy #plasticpollution #CircularEconomy #oceanconservation #CommunityAction
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Plastic pollution and waste management are some of the most pressing and complex issues of our time.
Our EPIC strategy is working to solve this crisis by targeting poignant education and research, develop key mitigative policy measures that address virgin plastic production, drive behaviour change and foster system redesign and circularity as well as restorative cleanup.
Thank you to the CBC News team for taking some time to better understand these issues, our programs and the challenges facing the coastal communities across Canada solving these issues.
If you want to get involved and help hundreds of people across Canada continue this work, please sign this Federal petition to drive these conversations in the House of Commons (connect the last digit on the link, Facebook rules prevents from sharing article links on their platform):
www.ourcommons.ca/petitions/en/Petition/Details?Petition=e-679 5
Thank you to all the people working tirelessly in this sector, all the NGOs, indigenous stewards, government personnel and concerned citizens. This work needs you now more then ever.
To read the whole article, connect the last digit on the link, Facebook rules prevents from sharing article links on their platform:
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/plastic-fishing-gear-waste-recycling-1.763769 0
Never Give Up, Never Surrender!
#cbcnews #OceanLegacy #plasticpollution #CircularEconomy #oceanconservation #CommunityAction
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Plastic pollution and waste management are some of the most pressing and complex issues of our time.
Our EPIC strategy is working to solve this crisis by targeting poignant education and research, develop key mitigative policy measures that address virgin plastic production, drive behaviour change and foster system redesign and circularity as well as restorative cleanup.
Thank you to the CBC News team for taking some time to better understand these issues, our programs and the challenges facing the coastal communities on the frontlines solving plastic pollution.
If you want to get involved and help hundreds of people across Canada continue this work, please sign this Federal petition to dive these conversations in the House of Commons:
www.ourcommons.ca/petitions/en/Petition/Details?Petition=e-6795
Thank you to all the people working tirelessly in this sector, all the NGOs, indigenous stewards, government personnel and concerned citizens. This work needs you now more then ever.
To read the whole article, connect the last digit on the link, Facebook rules prevents from sharing article links on their platform:
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/plastic-fishing-gear-waste-recycling-1.763769 0
Never Give Up, Never Surrender!
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Plastic pollution and waste management are some of the most complex issues facing our time.
Our EPIC strategy provides an adaptable and replicable framework to respond to this crisis, targeting education and research, the preventative policy mechanisms needed for behavioural change and redesign as well as resource circularity, infrastructure development and restorative cleanup.
Huge thank you to the CBC News for taking some time to understand our processes, impact and some the challenges we are facing.
How plastic fishing gear waste is being recycled into patio furniture — for now | CBC News
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♻️ New marine debris drop zones in Quatsino Sound!
We have teamed up with The Ocean Legacy Foundation, and the Quatsino First Nation to launch two new drop zones at Grant Bay and Cape Palmerston Recreation Site!
Heading out that way? Help keep the coast clean by adding debris you find to drop zone bags / piles!
The Ocean Legacy Foundation team will empty drop zones periodically, recycling collected debris. Help keep us informed by submitting Site Condition Reports when visiting these sites — a photo of the pile goes a long way!
Remember, drop zones are NOT for camp garbage. Inappropriate use will lead to program termination.
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Partner highlight invitation!
Lake Huron Coastal Centre will be having the "One Water Gathering - Protecting Lake Huron Together"
This international event brings professionals and partners from both sides of Lake Huron together to explore the Canadian lakeshore and celebrate a sustainable future for Lake Huron. Through programming, networking, and outdoor field trips, this full-day event focuses on how we can advance water quality protection and healthy, sustainable communities on both sides of the lake. Registrants should be ready for an active morning walk. Wear your walking shoes and dress appropriately for wind and precipitation.
When: Friday October 3rd, 2025 from 8:30am - 4:00pm
Where: Huron County Museum (110 North Street Goderich, ON N7A 2T8)
Cost: The day’s programs (including lunch) is $60.00 CDN.
What to bring: Comfortable walking shoes, dress for the weather.
For the full agenda and to register click the link below.
Space is limited, so don’t wait—register now to be part of this exciting opportunity to connect and learn more about Lake Huron!
Lake Huron Forever: One Water Gathering 2025
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Take Action: Help Reinstate Canada’s Ghost Gear Fund!
Abandoned, lost, and discarded fishing gear (ALDFG) and aquaculture debris continue to threaten marine ecosystems, wildlife, and coastal economies.
Past investments from the Ghost Gear Fund (GGF) made a real difference by:
-Retrieving and recycling ghost gear
-Restoring habitats like eelgrass beds and salmon corridors
-Creating skilled jobs and training opportunities, especially with --Indigenous and coastal communities
-Building circular systems to manage end-of-life plastics
Now, we need your voice to bring this critical program back!
Sign Petition e-6795 today:
www.ourcommons.ca/petitions/en/Petition/Details?Petition=e-6795
Share with your networks, and help secure a future where our oceans and coastal communities can thrive.
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We would like to congratulate Tofino for being the first municipality in Canada to ban the sale of single-use plastic water bottles!
This is just the start of something that can be replicated nationally and proves that we do not need bottled water where other options are available!
Thank you so much to @SurfriderPacificRim and @SurfriderFoundationCanada for achieving this and for always working hard towards change!!
Learn more here:
talktofino.ca
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Whale Rescue Success Story in Vancouver Island Waters!
We are thrilled to see the recent successful rescue of a young humpback whale off the coast of Vancouver Island after it became entangled in marine debris. This incredible three-day effort by responders highlights both the resilience of these majestic animals and the urgent need to address the threat of ocean plastics and ghost gear.
Right in this area, Ocean Legacy Foundation operates an Ocean Plastic Depot, giving local communities a safe, accessible way to recycle fishing gear, ropes, nets, and other plastics before they can harm wildlife.
Every piece of gear collected is one less risk to whales, sea lions, turtles, and countless other species that call these waters home.
Learn more about our depot network and how you can be part of the solution: oceanplasticdepot.ca
Learn more about this rescue: lnkd.in/gyhB_cvA
#whalerescue #oceanplasticdepot #ghostgear #marineprotection
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Only a few days away! Reminder to get your tickets for Soul Aboard: Paddle Up for Ocean Protection. Ticket sales support Ocean Legacy’s fight against marine plastic!
📅 Sun Sept 7, 2025 | 5–7 PM
📍 Kits Point / Vancouver Maritime Museum
🎟 Tickets: $20 / $25 / $30 (sliding scale)
🔗 events.humanitix.com/afloat
Paddleboard, kayak, canoe—or just bring a beach blanket! Join Sailing for Change for a floating sunset concert with special guest artists, set against the stunning backdrop of Vancouver’s tall ships.
✨ What’s happening:
🚣 Paddle-up stage: drift into the music on the water
🏖 Beachside vibes: relax on shore with friends
🎵 Soul-stirring live music for the sea from ZADA and Tommy Van Solo
Let’s make waves for the planet—one song, one paddle, one ripple at a time. 💙 #SoulAboard #OceanLegacy #PaddleForThePlanet
Soul Aboard - Floating Festival Vancouver
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Ocean Legacy Foundation and Sæplast Americas Inc announce strategic collaboration under the Next Generation Manufacturing Canada (NGen) Fund!
Ocean Legacy is pleased to announce a strategic partnership with Sæplast Americas Inc., a leading plastic bin manufacturer, as part of the NGen program. This collaboration is focused on advancing innovative and sustainable solutions to the persistent challenge of marine plastic pollution.
Sæplast, operating its Saint John facility, is utilizing recycled resin sourced from end-of-life plastic bins collected on the Westcoast through a partnership with Ocean Legacy, based in British Columbia. Ocean Legacy is responsible for recycling the used containers from Saeplast's customers in British Columbia, and beyond, with loads of totes also arriving from Saeplast’s US based customers. These containers are transformed into pellets and then shipped back to Saeplast’s plant for the production of new plastic totes. This initiative exemplifies a circular economy approach by repurposing materials, reducing waste, and supporting the exploration of scaling the manufacturing of bins with recycled materials while advancing product innovation.
Currently, Saeplast incorporates recycled resin in each bin and is actively conducting tests to increase its loading. The company also plans to develop new intellectual property related to these processes. Additionally, Saeplast is expanding its infrastructure, by acquiring additional pellet storage to accommodate its growing use of PCR. The silos were acquired from a company based in Mississauga ON.
The Saint John plant produces approximately 75,000 plastic bins annually, with costs remaining stable despite the shift to recycled materials.
This collaboration underscores the shared vision of both organizations to transform marine plastic pollution into valuable resources, contributing to a more sustainable future.
We look forward to sharing further updates on this important initiative as it progresses.
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