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Veterans take part in Hadrian’s Wall trek to raise funds for their ‘Red Sea family’
A group of veterans from Scuba Diving rehabilitation charity Deptherapy have pledged to take part…
The Maritime Museum of British Columbia partners with Tradewinds Boaters Exchange at Canoe Cove Marina
With the generous assistance of Canoe Cove Marina, the Maritime Museum of BC has run…
Local Students Turn Trash Into Treasure
Student Art Exhibition Now Open at The Florida Aquarium The Florida Aquarium is proud to…
The Big Scuba Podcast – Episode 69: Ghostnet Stockings!
Ian and Gemma chat about what they have been up to including news from DAN…
Join DEMA and Save $35 on Membership
You don’t want to pass this up! Become a 2021 DEMA Member today to save…
The Big Scuba Podcast – Episode 68: The Any Any Any Any Any Rule
Ian and Gemma chat about what they have been up to including a refresher dive…
The Florida Aquarium to Host Sensory Friendly Event
The Florida Aquarium will open early on Saturday, June 26 for individuals with sensory differences…
The Florida Aquarium Releases 5 Endangered Sea Turtles
Aquarium Releases 2 Kemp’s Ridley and 3 Green Sea Turtles The fruits of The Florida Aquarium’s Sea…
Emperor Divers’ Recognises the Eight and Final Covid Diver Hero to Win a Liveaboard Trip
In February Emperor Divers launched the Covid Diver Heroes initiative, aiming to recognise 8 people who have…
PADI Mobilizes Ocean Community with New PADI AWARE Foundation
World’s largest scuba diver organization aims to restore ocean health and support coastal communities globally, driven by…
Bill C-64: The Wrecked, Abandoned or Hazardous Vessels Act In Canada
Not complying with the Act now can result in penalties of up to $50,000 for individuals and $250,000 for companies or corporations,
Travelling with a Purpose: Latina Debuts Podcast to Support Underrepresented Voices in Travel
Mindful travel goes way beyond meditation and yoga—it’s a meaningful form of planning that involves…
A call To DFO’s Observe, Record, Report Line Leads to Significant Fine for a Commercial Harvester
Powell River, B.C. – On February 4, 2021, Hai A. Trinh was found guilty in Powell…
Emperor Divers Awards Penultimate ‘Covid Diver Hero’ with Red Sea Liveaboard Trip
We gave away our last Red Sea liveaboard trip to another worthy hero nominated through…
Illegal Crab Traps Discovered off Vancouver beach by Two Freedivers
Chris Samson and Kian Zhao of Vancouver, British Columbia, spend their days freediving and looking…
Lawsuit Filed for $12 Million In Scuba Accident
Linnea Mills was on the second dive of her PADI Advanced Open Water Diver course…
Emperor Divers Awards 6th ‘Covid Diver Hero’ with Red Sea Liveaboard Trip
The curtain is starting to close on Emperor’s #coviddiverheroes initiative, where we recognise stories of…
Fancy a Brew? Podcast (Series 2 Episode 16) – Talking to Caroline Robertson-Brown
In this week’s episode, I chat with my friend Caroline Robertson-Brown from Frogfish Photography. She’s…
CMDF Combats Learning Loss with Scuba Camp
Curious Minds Dive Foundation Sponsors Youth Scuba Summer Camp in Florida Keys To combat learning…
Miss Midland Finds New Home in Tobermory
The TripAdvisor Site States this: Experience the sparkling water, windswept pines and rocky grandeur of…
Veteran praises WaterWorld Scuba and Dive Pirates Foundation for seeing his abilities, not his disabilities
Seeks support to complete his goal of becoming an adaptive diver Former Sgt. Kamron Lopez…
Scubanomics is Conducting a Study on the “Economics” of Being a Dive Instructor
Survey for scuba diving and freediving instructors, instructor trainer, and course directors. Scubanomics is seeking…
Learn more about the Shark Chumming Flag Project
The International Diving Safety Commission (IDSSC) supports Mr. Jerry Taggart’s “Shark Chumming Project” flag project.…
Fancy a Brew? Podcast (Series 2 Episode 15) – Talking to “Manta Mum” Julie Hartup
Talking to Julie Hartup about growing up in a conservative Mormon family in Utah, before…
110 PADI Mermaid Divers and Atlantis Sanya Resort Earn Guinness World Records™ Title of “The Largest Underwater Mermaid Show”
On April 28, 2021, the Atlantis Sanya Resort in China completed the challenge of the Guinness World Records™ title of “The…
Fancy a Brew? Podcast (Series 2 Episode 14) – Talking to Mick Stewart
This week talking to Mick Stewart, a multi-agency recreational and military commercial diver who works…
Sea-Doo to Go Electric by 2026
Sea-Doo manufacturer BRP Inc announced on Thursday that the company intends to electrify its entire…
Emperor Divers Awards 5th ‘Covid Diver Hero’ with Maldives Liveaboard Trip
Thanks to the #coviddiverheroes initiative we keep getting great stories of amazing divers who went…
Sir John Franklin’s Shipwrecks Will be Preserved, According to Canada’s New Budget
Along with promising to finish the battle against COVID-19 — and ensure a resilient economic…
Fancy a Brew? Podcast (Series 2 Episode 13) – Talking to Fiona Crouch from Natural England
This week, Andy talks to Fiona Crouch from Natural England she talks about her life…
The Big Scuba Podcast – Episode 65: Rosemary Lunn Q and A Session
Ian and Gemma chat among themselves and are also are joined by Rosemary Lunn who…
Fancy a Brew? Podcast (Series 2 Episode 12) – Talking to Kristen Fassolas aka the Scuba Fitness Coach
Kristen Fassolas aka the Scuba Fitness Coach about the pitfalls of fitness training, how to…
Emperor Divers Reaches Halfway in ‘Covid Diver Heroes’ Initiative with 4th Award
We are at the halfway point with our #coviddiverheroes initiative and we are still receiving…
Yacht Transport Ship Adrift off Norway after Crew Rescued
The crew was safely rescued but the ship remains adrift with several yachts and 350…
Fancy a Brew? Podcast (Series 2 Episode 11) – Talking to Octavia Whates
In this episode I speak to Octavia Whates – She’s a massive ocean advocate with…
Introducing the All-New PADI Dive Guides: Connecting Divers Worldwide with Local Expertise
The new PADI Dive Guides™ make it easier than ever for divers to discover, explore and…
Old Mill Heritage Centre Presents the Empress of Ireland Exhibit
Old Mill Heritage Centre is located in Kagawong, Manitoulin Island, Ontario. Kagawong has been dubbed…
Introducing Scuba Escape – The Scuba Diving Escape Experience
The worlds first official scuba diving escape experience! Designed by Leanne Clowes, of Palaemon Divers…
Fancy a Brew? Podcast (Series 2 Episode 10) – Talking Charlie Young, Ocean Advocate and Marine Biologist
Talking to the popular face of ocean advocacy on Instagram Charlie Young. She’s working hard…
Emperor Divers’ Awards 3rd Covid Diver Hero with a Liveaboard Trip
In February Emperor Divers launched the Covid Diver Heroes initiative, where we aim to recognise 8 people…
Fancy a Brew? Podcast (Series 2 Episode 9) – Talking to Ollie Putnam, Underwater and Topside Cinematographer
Ollie Putnam has been diving all over the world at a variety of different levels.…
Impending Strike by Montreal Port Workers after Vote
Montreal, Quebec is Canada’s second-largest and busiest port of entry with approximately $100 billion worth…
Join An Earth Day Inspired Virtual Open Day with GVI This April
We’re hosting an Earth Day inspired Virtual Open Day on Saturday 24 April 2021! In honour of Earth Day…
The Big Scuba Podcast – Episode 62: Francesca Trotman, Founder of Love The Oceans
Ian and Gemma chat to Francesca Trotman. Francesca Trotman is the managing director and founder…
25% Discount on Diving Books until 30th April 2021
Dive book authors include Rod Macdonald, Duncan Price, Mike Clark, Vic Verlinden, Stefan Panis and…