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As 2025 comes to a close, Blue Futures Pathways has been reflecting on a year shaped by connection to broader Sustainable Blue Economy questions, collaboration with partners, and youth leadership through our multiple programs. In January, we brought the UN Decade ECOP Canada node under our umbrella, and grew our Blue Futures Pathways team to … Continued
As part of our focus on supporting youth and early-career professionals, we hosted an interactive workshop during the H2O Conference Ocean Career Day in Halifax, Nova Scotia, in June 2025. Youth participants explored a wide range of ocean and water-related sectors, reflected on why water matters to them, and engaged in open conversations about the … Continued
Through the Blue Futures Pathways (BFP) program, the Students on Ice Foundation (SOI) continues to invest in the next generation of ocean and water leaders — connecting youth with hands-on opportunities that bridge science, community, and sustainability. This year, with support from Mitacs, three exceptional interns — Dr. Meaghan Efford, Faith Rahman, and Marion (“Mattie”) MacDonald … Continued
This August, SOI Foundation welcomed three students from Ashbury College to our Gatineau office for a two-week internship. Through this immersive placement, the interns were introduced to the inner workings of the organization, learning how our teams collaborate to deliver impactful programming! From gaining a first-hand look at office life to contributing to real projects, … Continued
This summer, the Mission 1000 Tonnes: Saint Lawrence River and Watersheds 2025 Expedition set out on a remarkable journey — 18 days, 22 riverside and coastal municipalities across Quebec, and one shared purpose: to restore and protect our waterways. Together, the expedition team — made up of ecological restorers, scientists, divers, youth, and multimedia creators … Continued
