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Bamfield Marine Sciences Centre is a world-class teaching and research facility located on the outer west coast of Vancouver Island, Canada. It is governed by the Pacific Marine Science Alliance. The Marine Centre supports diverse coastal and marine research of the highest calibre and is recognized as among the very best research and training facilities in the world.

Explore the diversity of this dynamic coastal environment, from exposed rocky shorelines, expansive sandy beaches, productive estuaries, and ancient coastal temperate rainforests.

We acknowledge with gratitude that BMSC is situated on the traditional territory of the Huu-ay-aht First Nations, a Nuu-chah-nulth Nation and member of the Maa-nulth Treaty Society.

New Guidance Document prepared by KRI and Tsleil-Waututh First Nation

This Guidance Document was prepared by KRI and Tsleil-Waututh First Nation to summarize the Burrard Inlet restoration project and provide accessible guidance for future restoration. The document, grounded in Indigenous knowledge and two years of field trials, highlights practical, place‑based approaches to support kelp recovery in urban and high‑current environments. The document outlines best…

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When Math Meets the Sea… Workshop a great success!

When you gaze out at the ocean, you might not usually be thinking about mathematical equations… but, for a group of international researchers on Canada’s West Coast, something incredible is in the works after spending a few days doing just that.  In mid-February, the second Canada–France–Chile Research Connections Workshop in Ocean and Mathematical Sciences brought together international researchers from various disciplines to tackle modern ocean problems by exploring the interface of ocean science, data science, and mathematics.   Hosted by the  Read More


Bamfield Marine Sciences Centre is a not-for-profit, registered Canadian charity.

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The BMSC is committed to an equitable, diverse, and inclusive environment that is accessible to all and free from discrimination. The BMSC recognizes that diversity in our staff and clients benefit and enrich our workplace, research and learning environment, and the broader community. We are committed to removing barriers that have been, and continue to be, encountered by equity seeking groups, including women, Indigenous peoples, visible/racialized minorities, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+. We are taking action to remove these barriers. We are committed to uplifting and centering diverse voices, especially those that are historically underrepresented in postsecondary environments and the marine sciences. We will continually strive to create a safe, inclusive, supportive and positive environment for everyone at the BMSC. We welcome your feedback and questions. To learn more about what we are doing and how you can help us achieve these goals, contact the BMSC Director.