Institute for the Oceans and Fisheries

INSTITUTE FOR THE OCEANS AND FISHERIES

Today’s global society has a responsibility to conserve freshwater and ocean ecosystems and sustainably manage fish stocks for future generations. In collaboration with partners in Canada and around the world, the UBC Institute for the Oceans and Fisheries is working towards a world in which our freshwater and ocean systems are healthy and their resources are used sustainably and equitably. Learn more

Latest News

Marine biologist William Cheung named director of UBC Institute for the Oceans and Fisheries

The appointment is effective July 1, 2021 through June 30, 2026 with the possibility of an extension

PROFILE: Investigating ocean pollution to “provide solutions, not just answers to questions”

"Anthropogenic stressors are reshaping our ocean – it’s not the same ocean we had 30 or 40 years ago. As academics we need to provide solutions, not just answers to questions."

Study identifies major barriers to financing a sustainable ocean economy

A Paris Agreement type effort may be required to financing a sustainable global ocean economy that benefits society and businesses in both developing and developed countries.