Resources for Parents and Teachers - Oceana Canada

RESOURCES FOR PARENTS AND TEACHERS

Explore the resources we have available for students wanting to learn more about the oceans, the animals that live in them, and the people that rely on them!

Who is Oceana Canada?

Oceana Canada is rebuilding abundant and biodiverse oceans. We do this by winning science-based policies that stop overfishing, habitat destruction, plastic pollution and the killing of threatened species working together with passionate ocean advocates, fishers, Indigenous Peoples, academics and the federal government. Our campaigns are delivering results: banning single-use plastics, ending the shark fin trade, making rebuilding depleted fish populations the law and protecting marine habitats. Oceana Canada is an independent charity and part of the largest international advocacy organization focused solely on ocean conservation. A restored ocean means more seafood, thriving coastal communities and healthy ecosystems. Together, we can save the oceans and help feed the world.

Kids Environmental Lessons Plans

KELP are free, downloadable marine science activities that encourage curiosity in kids and help them explore their surroundings. With simple materials and minimal preparation, these dynamic lesson plans address important ocean health issues including plastic pollution, overfishing and climate change. Note: This link redirects you to a third-party site affiliated with Oceana, Inc. Register for KELP →

Classroom Fundraising

Did you have a bake sale, lemonade stand, 5K race, or other fundraising effort to help save the oceans with your class? You can donate the funds you raised online as well as send us your photos! Donate Now →

Learn about marine life in Canada

Visit our Marine Life Encyclopedia to learn fun facts about some of the amazing species that call Canada’s oceans home! From sea turtles and dolphins to fish and coral, take a deep dive to discover marine life in Canada.

Oceana’s A, B, Seas

Use our digital species flashcards to help young ocean enthusiasts enhance their vocabulary and literacy skills while learning fun facts about some of the incredible species that rely on our oceans. Download Here →

Wavemaker Bingo

Discover new ways you can make waves for our oceans with a fun, interactive game of Wavemaker Bingo. Cross off five squares across or diagonally to get B-I-N-G-O! Download Now →

Plan an Ocean-Friendly Birthday Party

Read our tips and tricks on how you can throw an ocean-friendly birthday party to celebrate your favorite ocean enthusiast! Read More →

Ocean Trivia

Put your ocean knowledge to the test with our ocean trivia game (Best for grades 5-8) >>Download Here →

Make a Pledge

Choose from our available classroom pledges and help turn the tide to reduce single-use plastic consumption, defend endangered species such as the North Atlantic right whale, and restore the world’s oceans. Download Here →

Watch and Learn

Did you know that a group of sharks is called a shiver? Ever wondered just how big a Giant Pacific Octopus can grow? Visit Oceana’s YouTube channel for additional educational content about our beautiful blue oceans and the creatures that call them home. Watch Here →

Classroom Factsheet

NORTH ATLANTIC RIGHT WHALES

IN DANGER OF EXTINCTION

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THE PROBLEM WITH PLASTIC

USED FOR A MOMENT, HERE FOREVER

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THE TRUTH ABOUT RECYCLING

IS IT REALLY THE BEST SOLUTION?

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SOMETHING’S FISHY

LEARN MORE ABOUT RESPONSIBLE FISHING

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FEATURED CAMPAIGN

Stop Plastic Pollution

Oceana Canada campaigns to stop plastic pollution at the source - by working to pass policies in Canada that reduce the production of unnecessary single-use plastics, eliminate plastics that cannot be recycled and move toward circular, refill and reuse systems. 

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CAMPAIGN HIGHLIGHTS

Restore Capelin Abundance

Protect North Atlantic Right Whales

Rebuild Ocean Abundance

Protect Marine Habitat

Contact

Oceana Canada Headquarters
18 King Street East, Suite 505
Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5C 1C4

Phone: +1 (416) 583-2350
Email: info@oceana.ca

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LAND ACKnowledgement

Oceana Canada operates in many regions across Canada. From coast to coast to coast, we acknowledge the ancestral and unceded territory of all the Inuit, Métis, and First Nations communities that call this land home, and we strive for our work to be done in a spirit of collaboration and reconciliation.

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