66 countries ranked based on ocean environment, activity, innovation and policy

The MIT Technology Review released its inaugural Blue Technology Barometer report, ranking 66 countries and territories with large or economically significant ocean coastlines on their progress and commitment toward ocean sustainability.

Delivered in partnership with Canada’s Ocean Supercluster, Morgan Stanley and Infosys, the research, analysis, and index scores each country or territory with an overall ranking, as well as providing scores across four pillars: ocean environment, marine activity, technology innovation, and policy and regulation. For overall performance across all four pillars, Canada has earned a tenth-place ranking amongst the top blue technology leaders.

“Canada has come in tenth overall for its commitment to and advancement in the sustainable blue economy. This ranks them with other global leaders, coming in just below South Korea and slightly ahead of Japan. Canada performed particularly well in the category of ocean environment in carbon reducing activity with advances in the electrification of marine vessels for example,” said Francesca Fanshawe, editorial director, custom content at MIT Technology Review.

Also noteworthy is the seventh-place ranking in policy and regulation. The Ocean Supercluster attributes this, in part, to the Federal Government’s bold innovation policy. “In 2018, Canada put forward-thinking innovation policy into action through the establishment of the Innovation Superclusters program,” said Kendra MacDonald, CEO of Canada’s Ocean Supercluster. “Now three years later the Ocean Supercluster and its almost 450 members from across Canada are tackling some of the world’s biggest challenges in ocean, garnering attention globally.”

MacDonald says she’s encouraged by the report because it illustrates key areas of progress in sustainable ocean growth and policy that will contribute to even further advancements and increased global competitiveness for Canada. “Canada can be a leader in the global blue economy and we’re making significant progress, but there’s much to do.” She adds Canada needs to continue to focus on the development of its technology innovation ecosystem which is being driven by the Ocean Supercluster together with organizations across the country.

The report draws attention to key areas for consideration in the global blue economy including a call to action and the need for increased technology in the cryosphere, which includes Canada’s Arctic:

Every economy in the world, and particularly ones with maritime industries and communities dependent on ocean coastal ecosystems, needs to do more to mitigate the effects of their activities on the ocean and life in the cryosphere, or frozen areas of the planet. This requires a mixture of actions and an accelerated use of new technologies.

Given the opportunities and challenges in our ocean is far greater than any one country or territory, the need for cross-border collaboration was highlighted, as well as the need for coordinated efforts between ocean health and resilience and land-based efforts on the path to decarbonization.

The innovative solution to vertical line entanglements, plastic pollution, and ghost fishing caused by abandoned, lost, and discarded fishing gear that pose threats to ocean species including the Right Whale

Today, Canada’s Ocean Supercluster announced the $1.4M ROC Fishing System Project. This Nova Scotia-led project will develop and commercialize ropeless or rope-on-command (ROC) fishing solutions to help address global problems including vertical line entanglements, plastic pollution, and ‘ghost fishing’ caused by abandoned, lost, and discarded fishing gear.

Vertical line entanglements account for 85 per cent of North American Right Whale deaths with severe impacts on other marine animals like sea turtles, seals, porpoises, dolphins and other whale species. Abandoned, lost, and discarded fishing gear is the biggest plastic polluter in the ocean resulting in seven hundred thousand tons of ocean waste/plastics per year. Contributing to this challenge, lost gear continues to “ghost fish” and is estimated to be directly responsible for 10 per cent decline in global fish stocks, reducing available catch quotas and breaking the traceability of sustainable fishing practice.

Led by Ashored Inc., with NL-based partner eSonar Inc., the ROC Fishing System Project team will work together to take a traditional vertical fishing line connected to lobster and crab traps and coil it on the seafloor in a contained unit with a recovery buoy. In addition to this hardware solution, is a sophisticated data analytics software platform monitoring when the gear was deployed, when it was retrieved, and its location. The project will result in a suite of technologies to provide trap-based crab and lobster fishers the means to pursue their fishery effectively and efficiently while, at the same time, addressing global fishing issues. The ROC Fishing System Project will be instrumental in protecting marine species at risk from buoy rope entanglements, and working towards a safe, transparent, and sustainable fixed-trap fishing industry.

With a total project value of $1.4 million, Canada’s Ocean Supercluster will provide $650 thousand in funding to the project with the balance coming from industry partners, marking the 38th Ocean Supercluster project announced to date.

This ROC Fishing System Project will support small coastal communities reliant on the fisheries through job creation, sales, distribution and supply chain partnerships and an overall improvement to their existing fisheries. It will also propel two Canadian-owned companies, Ashored and eSonar into global market leaders, enhance research, development and manufacturing capabilities while positioning Canada as a leader in ropeless fishing.

Quotes:

“Through this new initiative, the Ocean Supercluster is supporting the development of an innovative system that will transform the fishing industry. Congratulations to these two Canadian companies that will help position Canada as a world leader in sustainable ocean technology and help find solutions to global challenges.” – The Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry

“Canada’s Ocean Supercluster is a national network of almost 450 organizations who are working together to solve some of the world’s biggest challenges in ocean. This innovative Rope-on-Command Fishing System solution will help reduce threats to species at risk including the North American Right Whale and is an example of how Ocean Supercluster members are collaborating to address ocean health while also creating new economic opportunity.” – Kendra MacDonald, CEO, Canada’s Ocean Supercluster

“Ashored is excited to be partnering with E-Sonar and Canada’s Ocean Supercluster at the forefront of the global drive towards healthy and sustainable oceans in bringing our Rope-on-Command (ROC) system to market. We know healthy oceans are essential for healthy lives and the advancements in technology developed by Ashored and E-Sonar as part of this collaboration are driving real change in the fixed gear fisheries. The Ashored ROC system not only removes vertical lines used in the fixed gear fisheries; saving the lives of endangered and entangled marine animals, and reducing ocean waste and ghost gear, but also is a means of collecting, analyzing, and reporting on catch data.” – Aaron Stevenson, CEO of Ashored Inc.

“eSonar is excited to collaborate with Ashored and the Ocean Supercluster to support the Development of a Ashored’s Rope-on-Command Fishing System that protects the endangered right whale. Integrating eSonar’s technical capability with Ashored’s Rope-on-Command solution will provide a cost-effective option to eliminate the suspended rope entanglement hazard for endangered Right Whales. This environmentally sustainable solution optimizes lobster and crab yield while making the ocean a safer place for endangered species.” – Gary Dinn, CTO of eSonar Inc

Today, Canada’s Ocean Supercluster and The Plant announce their new, collaborative partnership to foster opportunities for Canadian and US innovators to work together to develop ocean solutions that help tackle climate change and drive inclusive growth in the blue economy. Based just upriver from New York City, The Plant is a global home for climate solutions designed to gather and engage a true diversity of people in addressing the climate crisis. 

“The Plant is situated on New York’s famed Hudson River, a tidal estuary where saltwater from the Atlantic Ocean meets freshwater running off the land. It is a powerful place to gather the world’s people in pursuit of climate solutions, and blue economy solutions in particular, “ said Tenzin Seldon, The Plant’s President & Co-Founder. “We are so proud to partner with Canada’s Ocean Supercluster in driving climate innovation that spans our national borders, crosses disciplines, and centers critically underrepresented voices, such as Indigenous peoples who have lived on these lands and waterways for 10,000 years.”

In their partnership, the Ocean Supercluster and The Plant will focus their collaborative efforts on:

• Accelerating the development and commercialization of ocean-based climate solutions; 
• The creation of highly-skilled, well-paying jobs in the ocean economy; and 
• Strengthening linkages between the ocean economies in both Canada and the United States with particular focus on Indigenous and under-represented communities to promote diverse and inclusive innovation ecosystems. 

“This meaningful partnership further strengthens the relationship between innovation ecosystems in Canada and the US, as we work collaboratively to support diverse entrepreneurs who are solving climate issues and supporting the global path to net-zero” said Melody Pardoe, Chief Engagement Officer of Canada’s Ocean Supercluster. “We’re pleased to work closely with The Plant to advance our shared objectives and increase the impact of sustainable ocean solutions.”

About OSC
Canada’s Ocean Supercluster is a pan-Canadian, industry-led transformative cluster focused on tackling some of the biggest challenges across ocean sectors through a collaborative program designed to accelerate the development and commercialization of globally relevant solutions, while also building a highly-capable, inclusive workforce. The Ocean Supercluster has approved 64 projects to date with a total value of more than $320M which will deliver more than 100 new made-in-Canada ocean products, processes, and services to sell to the world.

About The Plant

The Plant is a New York City-based real estate development company that specializes in transformative adaptive-reuse projects. The initial developments are housed in two historic properties located 30 minutes from New York City on the banks of the Hudson River, facing the scenic and historic New Jersey Palisades. The Plant is where the most innovative minds will come together to incubate new ideas, accelerate new initiatives, and address the most pressing environmental challenges of our time. The facilities will house offices and open desk space, conference and convening space, a Techstars climate solutions accelerator, and the Epic Institute’s earth data observatory, among other projects and programs. The buildings themselves are being reimagined by one of the world’s leading architects, Bjarke Ingels, whose work marks the forefront of sustainability.  

Media Contact:
Nancy Andrews
Canada’s Ocean Supercluster
nancy.andrews@oceansupercluster.ca
709.725.7070

MacDonald recognized as category leader for Investors and Ecosystem Support

(Toronto, ON) Today, Canada’s Ocean Supercluster CEO Kendra MacDonald was named one of Canada’s top sustainability leaders for the Clean50 Awards. From more than 1,000 nominees across the country, MacDonald has also been named category leader for Investors and Ecosystem Support as a part of this year’s Clean50 Awards.

Canada’s Clean50 Awards are announced annually by Delta Management Group and the Clean50 organization to recognize those 50 individuals or small teams from 16 different categories who have done the most to advance the cause of sustainability and clean capitalism in Canada over the past two years. MacDonald says she is excited to share this recognition with other Canadian leaders who are committed to creating sustainable growth opportunities that also help contribute to the path to net-zero. “While it’s my name on the award and that is a great honour, this is truly representative of how the Ocean Supercluster network collectively is changing the way ocean business is done.”

“The sustainable development of our ocean economy is one of the most important opportunities of our time, and the work of Canada’s Ocean Supercluster and its almost 450 members is a testament to what we can achieve when we work together,” said Kendra MacDonald. “We know the ocean is at the forefront in the fight against climate change and it’s the incredible innovation and Canadian made ocean solutions that are not only tackling some of these global challenges but also creating exciting new companies, jobs, and opportunities from coast-to-coast-to-coast.”

Successfully building a network of 450 cross-sectoral collaborators and investors and leading almost $300 million in investment into more than 50 blue technology projects across Canada over the past two years was among the reasons why MacDonald was awarded the recognition.

“The 2022 Clean16 are truly the leaders of the leaders in sustainability in Canada. The competition for the top spot this year in every instance left us with a record number of great choices – and to be selected from amongst such a strong group of peers is truly a testament to the contribution Kendra MacDonald has made to helping make Canada more sustainable for all Canadians,” said Gavin Pitchford, CEO of Delta Management Group.

The purpose of Clean50 Awards is to identify, recognize and connect sustainability leaders from across Canada. Clean50 believes a solution for climate change will take input from every sector of Canadian life, and that cross-sector collaboration will be critical to achieving any measurable success. The Clean50 Awards Summit was created to accelerate this process.

Learn more at:

https://clean50.com/canadas-top-sustainability-leaders-announced-for-2022/

https://clean50.com/canadas-top-sustainability-award-releases-full-list-canadas-clean50-for-2022/

About Delta Management Group / Canada’s Clean50:
Leading ESG, sustainability and clean tech search firm Delta Management Group founded, and remains the steward of the Canada’s Clean50 awards, created in 2011 to annually identify, recognize and connect 50 sustainability leaders from every sector of Canadian endeavor, in order to facilitate understanding, collaboration and innovation in the fight to keep climate change impacts below 1.5 degrees C.  Ancillary awards also recognize 20 Emerging Leaders and the Top Sustainability Projects of the year, as well as bestow Lifetime Achievement designations.

About OSC
Canada’s Ocean Supercluster is a pan-Canadian, industry-led transformative supercluster focused on tackling some of the biggest challenges across ocean sectors through a collaborative program designed to accelerate the development and commercialization of sustainable, globally-relevant solutions, while also building a highly-capable, inclusive workforce. The Ocean Supercluster has approved 56 projects to date with a total value of more than $290M which will deliver more than 100 new made-in-Canada ocean products, processes, and services to sell to the world.

Media Contact:
Gavin Pitchford
Delta Management Group
gpitchford@deltamanagement.com
416.925.2005 x 2300

Nancy Andrews
Canada’s Ocean Supercluster
nancy.andrews@oceansupercluster.ca
709.725.7070

GeoScan to allow wider 3D acoustic scans of depths greater than 30m sub-seabed to support the growing offshore wind sector

Today, Canada’s Ocean Supercluster announced the $3.4M GeoScan Project. This Newfoundland and Labrador-led project will provide an innovative solution to de-risk offshore wind, oil and gas, and other offshore installations by implementing wider scanning functions in underwater robotic systems.

Led by PanGeo Subsea Inc, with BC-based partner Cellula Robotics and the Marine Institute of Memorial University of Newfoundland and Labrador, the GeoScan Project team will work together to reconfigure PanGeo’s Acoustic Corer™ with Cellula’s robotic system to allow for a wider area scan while achieving depths greater than 30m sub-seabed. This game-changing innovation will provide a 3D volumetric interpretation of the sub-seabed geology with enhanced resolution and increased competitiveness for the global offshore renewable energy sector.

With a total project value of $3.4 million, Canada’s Ocean Supercluster will provide $2 million in funding to the project with the balance coming from industry partners, marking the 37^th Ocean Supercluster project announced to date.

This coast-to-coast collaborative research and development project aims to increase the quality of decision-making processes associated with the installation of infrastructure in complex glacial seabeds.  Ultimately, this technology will lead to a reduction of personnel offshore, faster data collection, and improved efficiencies that will support Canada’s commitment to net-zero emissions by 2050, while also advancing Canada’s leadership in the global blue economy.

The GeoScan Project team will leverage its current position in the offshore renewables sector to launch the GeoScan into international markets, positioning Canada as a leader in subsea scanning and offshore data collection. The GeoScan Project will create highly skilled full-time positions and placements at both PanGeo Subsea and Cellula through its development and implementation.

About OSC
Canada’s Ocean Supercluster is a pan-Canadian, industry-led transformative cluster focused on tackling some of the biggest challenges across ocean sectors through a collaborative program designed to accelerate the development and commercialization of globally relevant solutions, while also building a highly-capable, inclusive workforce. The Ocean Supercluster has approved 56 projects to date with a total value of more than $290M which will deliver more than 100 new made-in-Canada ocean products, processes, and services to sell to the world.

Media Contact:
Nancy Andrews
Canada’s Ocean Supercluster
nancy.andrews@oceansupercluster.ca
709.725.7070

Quotes:

“Canada’s oceans, the bounty in their waters, and the riches underneath them have created prosperity for generations of Canadians. PanGeo Subsea is building on our reputation as leaders in ocean technology, working with Cellula Robotics and Memorial University to better understand the ocean floor. This project will support a growing offshore wind sector, and that helps get us to net zero.” – The Honourable Seamus O’Regan Jr., Minister of Natural Resources

“The GeoScan Project is an example of what we can accomplish when we work together. The Ocean Supercluster is built on collaboration, from across the country and also across ocean sectors, and we are solving some of the biggest challenges in ocean and selling those solutions to the world. Led from right here in Newfoundland and Labrador, this project will help position Canada as a leader in subsea scanning and data collection, opening up new market opportunities, creating new economic activity, and supporting the path to net-zero.” – Susan Hunt, CTO, Canada’s Ocean Supercluster

“The marrying of PanGeo and Cellula as industry collaborators will produce a high-quality technology platform ready for commercial use. Cellula and PanGeo are no strangers to collaboration, and we are excited to have the support and partnership of Canada’s Ocean Supercluster to spur on this coast-to-coast innovative GeoScan project as develop a wide area acoustic scan for the offshore renewable sector.”  – Moya Cahill, CEO, PanGeo Subsea Inc.

“Cellula and PanGeo have a long-standing history of working together to solve technical challenges that dates to 2008 – we are both are familiar with each other’s technology and operations. Our world-leading engineering solutions for subsea robotics have been used in geotechnical and geophysical applications around the world and we are happy to have the support of the Ocean Supercluster to expand on that expertise with the PanGeo led GeoScan project.” – Eric Jackson, President, Cellula Robotics

“The Holyrood Marine Base is the portal to the ocean for the Memorial University community for innovative oceans testing. The GeoScan project in-water testing as the first of many projects to take place at the expanded HMB as we continue to grow our capacity here and we thank the OSC and the project partners, PanGeo and Cellula, for the support.” – Paul Brett, Associate Vice President, (Marine Institute) Research and Strategic Partnerships

Canada’s Ocean Supercluster is pleased to welcome Shuyi Du, Danielle Babstock, Rupinder Kaur, Maria Power, and Seun Daini to the organization.

Shuyi Du joins the Finance Team as Corporate Accountant, where she will support OSC’s day-to-day finance operations, month-end processes, and financial analysis and reporting. Before coming into her role as Corporate Accountant, Shuyi supported the OSC’s Finance Team on a part-time basis and has also worked in other financial settings providing accounting needs to various clients in different industries.

Danielle Babstock joins the Project Finance Team as a Project Finance Analyst, where she will support the OSC’s project claim management process. Danielle brings six years of financial experience to the OSC, having worked in environmental consulting and academia, research, and professional development. Danielle’s passion for the environment and sustainability drew her to her role with the OSC.

Rupinder Kaur joins the OSC as an Analyst as part of Dalhousie University’s Corporate Residency MBA Program where is she joining us for her eight-month corporate residency. Rupinder will be is supporting OSC’s Salesforce platform and helping with management reporting and data management. Rupinder has a strong technical background, bringing experience in business intelligent tools from her time working in computer and IT software. Now, she is specializing in business analytics and data visualization in her MBA program.

Maria Power joins the OSC as Innovation Ecosystem (IE) Coordinator, where she will be providing support to the IE department and assist with research, delivery, and reporting. Maria brings experience in production, business analysis, and administration to the role while pursuing her master’s in environmental management.

Seun Daini is joining the Technology Leadership team as Technology Leadership (TL) Program Coordinator, where he will support the automation of TL processes and reporting, development of key project documents and coordinating various TL administrative activities. Usually in a lab, Seun is a recent BSc. graduate and will start his master’s program in September.

Welcome to our new OSC team members!

Ocean Supercluster Announces Call to Fill Innovation Ecosystem Gaps in

Ocean Economy

(June 30, 2021) – Canada’s Ocean Supercluster (OSC) has launched a Canada-wide Call for Proposals under its new Ocean Leaders Impact Program (OLIP). The program focuses on developing new mentorship opportunities and building on the experienced talent pool in Canada’s ocean economy. The Call will help fill the gaps in the innovation ecosystem by investing in projects that forge new partnerships, build on existing talent resources, and foster creative solutions that support small and medium-sized ocean enterprises as they grow.

“When we look at the trajectory of growth in the global ocean economy, we know Canada has the potential to emerge as a leader and play a significant role in the development of solutions that support both greater ocean health and productivity,” said Melody Pardoe, Chief Engagement Officer at Canada’s Ocean Supercluster. “In order to do this, we must build an expanded, more diverse ocean network where SMEs are well-supported with greater access to strategic and critical talent, and the mentorship they need to play a leadership role in the future of our ocean.”

Pardoe says the new Call is designed to address talent and growth challenges for SMEs in Canada’s ocean sectors, unlocking new opportunities to increase Canada’s global competitiveness in ocean.

The Ocean Leaders Impact Program Call for Proposals is designed for projects that can be completed in 12-18 months. The OLIP Call for Proposals is specifically targeting two strategic opportunities, including mentorship and experienced ocean talent, partnering with projects that:

• Attract, train, and retain new mentors in the Canadian ocean innovation ecosystem;
• Create more leadership opportunities for diverse and underrepresented groups;
• Expand the highly skilled ocean talent pool through domestic recruitment efforts targeted outside the ocean economy;
• Support ocean SMEs’ abilities to secure senior leaders and specialized technical talent from international markets; and
• Focus on the career advancement of current employees with senior leadership potential within Canadian ocean SMEs.

The application process is now open, beginning with the Expression Interest (EOI) process. For consideration, organizations must submit a completed EOI by July 28, 2021, at 4 p.m. Atlantic time.

For complete details, visit https://oceansupercluster.ca/projects/ocean-leaders-impact-program

Project to accelerate mixed-reality training development and access to safety training for marine sectors

Today, Canada’s Ocean Supercluster announced four new projects with a total value of over $3.5 million including the MST (Marine Safety Training) Online Project. This Newfoundland and Labrador-led project will accelerate mixed-reality safety training development to offer faster and more accessible digital training options across marine industries.

Mariners are essential workers and require regular training to maintain critical skills. Digital training, including simulation, is increasingly popular in the marine industry due to reduced risk and costs, and the ease of access to training. In building the desktop simulators, developing the software, and organizing the online digital content, this project will expand the opportunities for marine training on land.

This project will enable workers to develop critical worksite specific competencies through engaging and challenging simulation training programs. Simulation training is a safer, more effective option to training than existing forms.  With a total project value of more than $1.8 million, the Ocean Supercluster will provide close to $700 thousand in funding, with the balance of funding coming from project partners.

The MSTOnline Project is led by Virtual Marine with partners including Survival Systems Training Limited and Memorial University to develop customized training for various ocean industries including oil and gas, and defence.

Building global business relationships through this project will reinforce Atlantic Canada as a leader in maritime safety training, expanding opportunities for partnership investment in Atlantic Canada towards maritime research and innovation.

Quotes

“Canada’s oceans, the bounty in their waters and the riches within them have created prosperity for generations of Canadians. Our people have expertise now that can take on the world. So, let’s take it on.” – The Honourable Seamus O’Regan Jr., Minister of Natural Resources

“Three years ago, the government selected Canada’s five superclusters to accelerate innovation in areas of competitive advantage for Canada, including the ocean economy. We have seen unprecedented momentum from the superclusters, with hundreds of projects approved and thousands of jobs created. As Canada looks to grow its sustainable blue economy, the work the Ocean Supercluster is doing to advance our ocean industries is more valuable than ever.” – The Honourable Bernadette Jordan, Minister of Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard

“Through the use of mixed reality, the MST Online Project will develop specialized simulated training to provide ocean workers with the skills they need, delivered in a way that’s safer and more efficient than other methods of training. This project has applications across a number of ocean sectors, and represents the future of ocean workforce training.” – Kendra MacDonald, CEO, Canada’s Ocean Supercluster

“MSTOnline will provide continuous access to training and allow marine workers to acquire and retain needed safety skills. The outcomes of this project will ultimately create a safer and more confident workforce.  We are pleased to work with our collaborators and with the Ocean Supercluster on such an innovative and impactful project.” – Dr. Randy Billard, CEO & President, Virtual Marine

“This is a great opportunity to expand on the lessons-learned over the past year to extend specialized training to remote coastal communities as well as address the sustainability issues related to marine training.” – Anthony Patterson, Managing Director, Virtual Marine Training

“SSTL is very excited to be able to participate in an inter-provincial partnership, with world class organizations like Virtual Marine and Memorial University, in order to advance the safest and best training options available.” – Dan Latremouille, Training and Operations Manager, Survival Systems Training Limited

Real-time monitoring for bubble systems in aquaculture fish farms

On June 10, Canada’s Ocean Supercluster announced four new projects with a total value of over $3.5 million, including the Real-time Bubble Diffuser Aeration Entrainment Monitor Project. This BC-led project will develop a real-time entrainment monitoring system for aquaculture fish farms in complex coastal ocean environments.

Bubble systems are used in finfish aquaculture net pens to mitigate the effects of harmful algae blooms (HAB), increase oxygen levels and lower surface water temperatures. This aeration monitor project will develop a real-time monitor balance mitigation of risk and ensure the effectiveness of bubble systems in aquaculture while reducing costs and emissions associated with fish-farming operations. The products and related services will allow customers to reduce overall greenhouse gas emissions and reduce the fish mortality from high surface temperature and harmful algal blooms.

The Real-time Bubble Diffuser Aeration Entrainment Monitor Project is led by ASL Environmental Sciences, who will develop services and products for the installation and maintenance of the monitoring systems, with partner MOWI Canada West, a potential user of the system who will offer knowledge and experience using bubbler systems and provide input on needs and their ability to deploy this technology into existing operations.

With a total project value of nearly $500 thousand, the Ocean Supercluster will provide close to $325 thousand in funding, with the balance of funding coming from project partners.

The additional real-time data developed through the project will:

• Improve aquaculture monitoring;
• Optimize airflow rates;
• Reduce fuel costs;
• Decrease harmful GHG emissions and;
• Allow for timely decision-making on-airflow rates, reducing fish mortality.

Upon commercialization, the Real-time Bubble Diffuser Aeration Entrainment Monitor team will introduce the new product and service developed in this project to existing aquaculture systems for remote monitoring and management of aquaculture sites. The success of this project will help the aquaculture industry perform at a higher level, attracting clients globally. This project will create up to 20 new full-time positions with the potential for more than 100 indirect jobs.

About OSC
Canada’s Ocean Supercluster is an industry-led transformative cluster focused on tackling the shared challenges across ocean sectors through a collaborative program designed to accelerate the development and commercialization of globally relevant solutions, while also building a highly-capable, inclusive workforce. To encourage innovation and trigger new industry investment during these challenging times, the Ocean Supercluster supplemented its core programs with an additional project stream called Accelerated Ocean Solutions Program (AOSP). This enables the development of smaller projects on a shorter timeline that deliver tangible outcomes, while continuing to build resiliency in our ocean sectors.

Media Contact:
Nancy Andrews
Canada’s Ocean Supercluster
nancy.andrews@oceansupercluster.ca
709.725.7070

Quotes:

“Canada’s oceans, the bounty in their waters and the riches within them have created prosperity for generations of Canadians. Our people have expertise now that can take on the world. So, let’s take it on.” – The Honourable Seamus O’Regan Jr., Minister of Natural Resources

“Three years ago, the government selected Canada’s five superclusters to accelerate innovation in areas of competitive advantage for Canada, including the ocean economy. We have seen unprecedented momentum from the superclusters, with hundreds of projects approved and thousands of jobs created. As Canada looks to grow its sustainable blue economy, the work the Ocean Supercluster is doing to advance our ocean industries is more valuable than ever.” – The Honourable Bernadette Jordan, Minister of Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard

“Today we are excited to announce the newest Ocean Supercluster project led from British Columbia. The Real-Time Bubble Diffuser Aeration Entrainment Monitor Project will help improve aquaculture operations with reduced overall greenhouse gas emissions and fish mortality, while also increasing global competitiveness, and creating up to 120 direct and indirect jobs.” – Kendra MacDonald, CEO, Canada’s Ocean Supercluster

“Our collaboration with MOWI Canada and the support of Ocean Supercluster is helping us transition from an Oil and Gas market. The Aeration Monitor project will provide us a new environmental monitoring technology stream and a potential world-wide market.” – René Chave, CEO, ASL Environmental