Raincoast Ocean Science Awards 2024

The Raincoast Ocean Science Awards celebrate outstanding achievements by individuals and groups striving to protect marine habitats through science, Indigenous Knowledge systems, and public engagement.

The evening will start at 6:00 pm and will include a three-course meal, drinks, and the opportunity to be a part of meaningful ideas and conversations around ocean conservation.

Three awards and one bursary will be given out during the evening, including

• The Newman Award for Excellence in Conservation and Research;
• The North Medal for Lifetime Contribution to Ocean Conservation;
• The Raincoast Student Award, recognizing outstanding conservation research undertaken by graduate students; and
• The Nightingale Bursary in Ocean Engagement, supporting initiatives that enable the public to be inspired, to learn, and to participate in advancing ocean conservation.

Read more about the Raincoast Ocean Science Awards.

These awards have celebrated ocean conservation in British Columbia since their establishment in 1995 as the Murray A. Newman Awards at the Vancouver Aquarium. In 2023, Raincoast took over hosting the event and is proud to be continuing this legacy that aligns closely with our mission. For over 25 years, we have applied a unique model of informed advocacy to safeguard the lands, waters, and wildlife of coastal BC. All of our projects are rooted in rigorous, peer-reviewed research and science, and informed by community engagement. These awards celebrate individuals and groups committed to the same mission.