From coast to coast, CIOOS unites Canada’s regions around a common goal: to better understand and protect marine environments.
A regional network at the heart of a national vision
CIOOS consists of three founding regions: CIOOS Pacific, the St. Lawrence Global Observatory and CIOOS Atlantic. Each region responds to community needs by developing specific tools and providing tailored benefits.
However, all adhere to the national strategy and regional representation within national governance. Each regional association works cooperatively with local partners to inquire about the availability of their data, analyse the maturity of data management processes, and understand their data needs. The strategic objectives of the regional associations are closely linked to the needs of their local communities and, in turn, have an impact on the national strategic direction of CIOOS.
St. Lawrence Global Observatory
CIOOS Atlantic
CIOOS Pacific
Regions serving a unified ocean system
CIOOS Pacific
CIOOS Pacific integrates data from Canada’s west coast, from Dixon Entrance to the Strait of Juan de Fuca.
St. Lawrence Global Observatory
SLGO integrates data from the St. Lawrence, from the Great Lakes to the Gulf.
CIOOS National
CIOOS integrates ocean data across Canada’s three coastal regions: Atlantic, Pacific, and St. Lawrence to advance ocean science nationally.
Tools for exploring, understanding and sharing the oceans
CIOOS provides digital tools for exploring, visualising and analysing Canada’s ocean data. These platforms promote access to information, scientific collaboration and understanding of the state of the oceans.
