The Qualicum School District is centrally situated on east Vancouver Island and serves a student population of approximately 4000 students.

Ocean EcoVentures is a marine eco tourism company that focuses on marine conservation, public outreach and education since 2003. Ocean Ecoventures also provides scientific and logistical vessel support for marine research operations.Whales are our passion! We love sharing Vancouver Island’s marine ecosystem and all that inhabits it. We are dedicated to responsible and ethical whale watching and wildlife viewing.

The UNESCO-designated Mount Arrowsmith Biosphere Region inspires a positive future for all living species by facilitating collaboration, coordinating participatory research, and supporting environmental, social, cultural, and economic sustainability.

Vancouver Island Universities’ Deep Bay Marine Field Station is a shellfish research facility that is open to the public, school groups, and special interest groups for tours and events.