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Events

Feb. 25, 2026 |
Photo: Anna Parsons The Bamfield Marine Sciences Centre is a full-service marine station offering outstanding facilities to support events, conferences, workshops, and more in the stunning setting of Bamfield, B.C., located in the traditional territories of the Huu-ay-aht First Nations in the heart of Pacific Rim National Park.  Our facilities include accommodations, food services with an Executive Chef, classrooms, conference amenities, and foreshore support for ocean access. Outside of facility support, we also offer logistical and…
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Testimonials

Feb. 25, 2026 |
Testimonials from organizers and participants of events at BMSC Testimonials “The beautiful Bamfield Marine Sciences Centre was the perfect place to host the 11th International Conference on Stickleback Behavior and Evolution! Stickleback researchers from Europe, Asia and North America were able to gather in a stunning but cozy setting to present and discuss their latest research. The…
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Upcoming Events

Feb. 25, 2026 |
The BMSC hosts conferences, workshops, and various events year-round. We host various conferences in Canada that are open for registration and a diversity of other open and closed events. Here are some of our upcoming events!  Open for Registration: 47th Annual Pacific and Ecology Evolution Conference April 3-5, 2026  Ocean Hack Week August 23-29, 2026  3rd World Congress of Marine Stations September 1-4, 2026  Closed Events:…
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Past Events

Feb. 25, 2026 |
The Bamfield Marine Sciences Centre has operated as a marine research station since 1972 and hosted its first formal event in 1975! Since then, we have been a choice destination as a conference and symposium venue, workshop venue, team retreat venue, among others. See many of our past events here! Events 1975 (July 24) First Bamfield Marine Station Symposium: The Kelp-Bed Food Web  1980 (May 16-18) Conference:…
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How to Apply

Feb. 25, 2026 |
Please reach out to events(at)bamfieldmsc.com to apply to our unique event venue in British Columbia.  Availability: For conferences, please book at least one year in advance. For workshops, please book at least 6 months in advance. Bookings are more likely to be approved in our shoulder seasons or off-season including the end of August, and October…
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Fees

Feb. 24, 2026 |
 Fees: Please reach out to events(at)bamfieldmsc.com for more information on fees  The BMSC operates under the Pacific Marine Science Alliance, a registered Canadian not-for-profit dedicated to advancing marine science research, education, and innovation across Canada and internationally. Your event directly helps support university student education and training at the BMSC.  Image by Daniel Bolnick taken at the 11th Stickleback Conference  
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Amenities

Feb. 23, 2026 |
The Bamfield Marine Sciences Centre is fully equipped year-round as a world-class event venue on Vancouver Island.    (A) Marine Station in Bamfield BC, located on 200 acres of temperate rainforest and 4km of waterfront offering exceptional ocean access; (B) RIX Centre for Ocean Discoveries at the BMSC, conference and teaching centre built in 2004; (C) Community of Bamfield; (D) Map…
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Kelp Rescue Initiative | Open Position: Nursery Manager

Feb. 12, 2026 |

 Open Position: Nursery Manager  Organization: Kelp Rescue Initiative (KRI) Location: Bamfield Marine Sciences Centre (BMSC), Bamfield, BC Start Date: Immediately Salary: $61,000 – 70,000 annually (commensurate with experience) + benefits Type: Full-time (37.5 hours/week), Casual, 1-year term; subject to renewal Reports To: KRI Program Manager Application Deadline: Open until filled …

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Kelp Rescue Initiative | Operations Coordinator

Feb. 12, 2026 |

 Open Position: Operations Coordinator  Organization: Kelp Rescue Initiative (KRI) Location: Bamfield Marine Sciences Centre (BMSC), Bamfield, BC Start Date: Immediately Salary: $55,000 – 64,000 annually (commensurate with experience) + benefits Type: Full-time (37.5 hours/week), Casual, 1-year term; subject to renewal Reports To: KRI Program Manager Application Deadline: Open until filled

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Coastal Restoration Ecology

Feb. 9, 2026 |
Overview This intensive, field-based course introduces students to the science and practice of coastal restoration ecology, with a focus on kelp forests, shellfish systems, and salmon populations on the Pacific coast. Students will engage directly with active restoration initiatives, integrating ecological theory, Indigenous stewardship perspectives, and applied restoration technologies. Emphasis is placed on climate resilience,…
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