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6 Practical Tips to Help Protect Our Marine Mammals
Canada’s whales are in trouble. Over half of the 40 whales species that call Canada’s waters home are at risk of extinction. They face all sorts of threats from marine…
Why Whales Matter
The Vital Role that Whales Play in Marine Ecosystems The giants in our oceans contribute significantly to the marine ecosystem, both in life and in death. While they swim across…
The Growing Threat of Microplastics to Marine Giants
Understanding the Invisible Danger Microplastics Pose to Whales and Marine Ecosystems Did you know that a staggering 92 per cent of the 5.25 trillion plastic particles floating on our oceans…
Celebrating Mothers Under the Waves
How Female Whales Go Above and Beyond for Their Young Mothers have long been regarded as self-sacrificing providers. They nurture their children into adulthood, teaching them the ways of the…
How Climate Change is Impacting the Migratory Behaviour of Arctic Whales
It’s not just Polar Bears being impacted by climate change Climate change is driving up temperatures in the Arctic at three times the global annual average. There are numerous affects…
Cold for Comfort
Why so many marine species are seeking colder waters Most of us know by now that the oceans simply cannot increase their temperatures by more than 2℃ without disastrous consequences…
What is the Difference Between Whales, Dolphins and Porpoises?
Collectively, whales, dolphins and porpoises are marine mammals belonging to the order Cetacea (derived from the Greek word ketos, meaning “large sea creature”). Known together as cetaceans, many people often…
On a Collision Course: CWF Investigates Small Vessel Impact on North Atlantic Right Whales
For the North Atlantic Right Whale — one of the most critically endangered baleen whales in the world — 2017 proved to be a terrible year. In 2017, at least 13 dead…
All Caught Up — Disentangling Whales in Newfoundland and Labrador
The fact is whales get tangled in fishing gear. Whether whales are in search of food, migrating or are just curious, these animals can become entangled. The rope or net…
A Resolution We Must Keep
Our thanks to the Toronto Star for its January 2nd editorial calling on the federal government to make a New Year’s resolution to save the critically endangered North Atlantic Right…
