Rise Above Plastics | Ocean Wise

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Channel: Vancouver Aquarium · 2018 · Pets & Animals

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Come to the Vancouver Aquarium to learn about the life-cycle of plastic, its implications to the ecosystem and human health, learn about The Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup and hear about how The Ocean Legacy Foundation has teamed up with LUSH to turn plastic pollution into recycled packaging and many other options.

This event is run in partnership with the Vancouver chapter of the Surfrider Foundation, a global environmental non-profit organization dedicated to the protection and enjoyment of oceans, waves and beaches through a powerful activist network.

Speakers:

Ruth Sharpe -  Ocean Wise | Public Programs Manager
Rachel Schoeler - Ocean Wise | Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup Manager

Tayler Burk -  Ocean Legacy | Social Media Development 
Gina Hopkins - Ocean Legacy | Public Relations
Madu Dhasanayaka - Ocean Legacy | Director of Education 

Monique Green - Surfrider Vancouver | Events Director


Videographer: David Acuna

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