Surfrider Foundation Canada

Together, we protect Canadian coasts and waters.

Surfrider Foundation Canada is dedicated to the protection and enjoyment of the ocean, beaches, and waves, for all people, through a powerful activist network.

Our Network

Our irreplaceable national network of chapter volunteers serves as the first response to local threats in coastal communities across Canada. They are the boots on the ground who collaborate on both the local and national level with regional staff and issue experts to carry out our mission through campaign, program and educational initiatives in their local communities. Our network grows stronger with every chapter we add. Surfrider Foundation Canada is a progressive voice in plastics policy, clean water, beach access, ocean protection and coastal preservation.

Surfrider Foundation Canada has three chapters in British Columbia: the Vancouver Chapter, the South Vancouver Island Chapter based in Victoria, and the Pacific Rim Chapter based in Tofino and Ucluelet.

Check out our programs, campaigns, and victories at our regional chapter websites, where you can sign up to region-specific newsletters, find contact info for staff and volunteers, or donate to a specific chapter:

south Vancouver Island

Vancouver

Pacific Rim

Atlantic

Our Strategic Priorities

Plastic Reduction

Reducing the impact of plastics in the marine environments that surround us.
Clean Water

Protecting the health and sustainability of our planet's most precious resource.
Ocean Protection

Defending our oceans from challenges threatening the vitality of the ecosystem.
Beach Access

Working with decision-makers to ensure full and fair beach access for all to enjoy.
Coastal Preservation

Taking on issues that threaten our beaches and natural shorelines.

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Justice, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Strategy

Surfrider Foundation Canada is committed to fostering a just, equitable, diverse, and inclusive organization for all people who depend on, protect and enjoy the world’s ocean, waves, and beaches. Our ability to address the root cause of issues is contingent on learning from our community - including folks directly impacted by coastal and oceanic issues, standing in solidarity with our allies, and working towards a more just future for the people of today and those of tomorrow.

Read the JEDI Strategy Overview. To read our full JEDI strategy, provide feedback and/or join our JEDI team, contact lwoodbury@canada.surfrider.org