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Fall Field Trip Applications Still Open!

Even though the initial application deadline has passed, we will be accepting Fall Field Trip applications on a rolling first-come-first-serve basis. Contact us to get information on available dates so you can join us for some hands-on ocean science learning!.. and do your best to not get too distracted by all the amazing critters!…

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Student Workshops

Here you can find workshops for students being hosted at the BMSC. We both collaborate in hosting workshops or can offer rental of our space and amenities. For more on hosting your event at the BMSC, see our events tab.  For more information on registering for upcoming workshops, click on the links below.     …
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Fighting Blackberry to Save the Toads!

When you think about migrating animals, the first that come to mind are probably birds, maybe whales, maybe caribou… but how about toads?! That’s right, toads are migrating animals, and they actually go some pretty impressive distances considering their small size – they have been tracked moving 7km away from their “home” lake! In…

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  Here you will find frequently asked questions about the BMSC for the various groups that use our educational, research, and event facilities. The first section can apply to all guests, and you can scroll down to find questions specific to your groups needs. If you do not find the answer to your question, contact…
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2026 Summer Teaching Staff – Additional Information

Thank you for choosing to teach a field course at the BMSC this summer! We require some information from you before your arrival. Please complete this form at least one month before your course begins.Name(Required) First Last Email(Required) Your primary email addressEmergency ContactEmergency Contact Name(Required) First Last Emergency Contact Email(Required) Emergency Contact Phone(Required)HousingInstructors teaching at…
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Guest Experience Form, PEEC 2026

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Our Team

Learn more about the individuals that make up our incredible team here at BMSC! See our staff directory here.  Dr. Sean Rogers, Executive Director Sean Rogers is the Executive Director of the Bamfield Marine Sciences Centre (BMSC). He also serves as Corporate Secretary of the Pacific Marine Science Alliance, a registered Canadian charity and university partnership…
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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

Biophonic Worlds: Sound, Ecology, and Relation

Overview Photo credit: Jenni Schine   The Bamfield Marine Sciences Centre (BMSC), the University of Victoria, and Ocean Networks Canada are organizing a 2-weeks workshop on biophonics.   Dates: Week one (at the BMSC): August 17–21, 2026 Week two (at the University of Victoria): August 24–28, 2026   The term biophonic, coined by soundscape ecologist Bernie…
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