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Ocean Week 

June 1 - 8, 2025

Scroll down for Ocean Week events happening in the Campbell River area.

For events across Canada, check out

Ocean Week Canada!

Image by Ludomił Sawicki

Loop Day

Sun, June 1

Cycle, walk, or roll around our 28km Greenways Loop. Visit one or all of the FROG Stations to grab a treat, listen to some live music, nab some swag, and meet other loopers.

12pm - 3pm

Tour of Estuary and Mill Pond Restoration

Tues, June 3

A special tour of our project sites in the Campbell River estuary! We’ll explore key restoration areas, including Baikie Island, the Mill Pond, and the Raven Trail.

9am - 3:30pm

Eelgrass Tying Volunteer Drop-in

Wed, June 4

Come help tie eelgrass bundles, to be used in important estuary restoration work!

9am - 4pm

Seaweed Innovation Hub Open House

Wed, June 4

Explore the wonderful world of seaweed with NIC's Centre for Applied Research, Technology, and Innovation.

9am - 12pm

Greenways Birding Sea Watch

Wed, June 4

Grab your binoculars and head to the Campbell River Discovery Fishing Pier for a unique chance to spot spectacular sea birds in their natural habitat.

10am - 12pm

Sea School

Wed, June 4

An engaging after-school program designed to connect youth with the ocean. Featuring hands-on activities led by local marine experts, educators, and conservationists.

3:30pm - 5pm

Whale Spotting from the Shore

Thur, June 5

Learn how to look for whales from the land using the binoculars available from the shore.

4pm - 7pm

Ken Forde Beach Cleanup

Fri, June 6

Come join us for a beach cleanup during Campbell River Ocean Week! Bring your friends! Bring your families!

10am - 12pm

Ocean Serenity: A Watercolour Journey to Stress Relief

Fri, June 6

Join us for a workshop on watercolor painting and Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT), where we’ll create art and learn a powerful method to reduce cortisol levels.

6:30pm - 8pm

Maritime Market

Sat, June 7

Whether you’re selling marine items, salty crafts, fishing gear, boating supplies, antiques, or local history and maritime books, this market is the place to buy and sell all things maritime.

10am - 3pm

World Ocean Day at the Aquarium

Sun, June 8

The Discovery Passage Aquarium is inviting all to the aquarium for 50% off admission prices, and 25% off season passes!

10am - 4:30pm

Campbell River World Ocean Day Festival

Sun, June 8

Join us for a fun family-oriented day for the whole community with educational booths, ocean crafts, vendors, music, and displays!

10:30am - 3pm

Tourism Season Opening

Sun, June 8

Visit local tour operators for discounted and free mini tours throughout the day.

Time Varies
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