OA CoP

On March 3rd, 2026, 115 people convened both online and in-person to reflect on progress and chart next steps for ocean acidification and hypoxia actions in British Columbia.

The Estuary and Gulf of St. Lawrence (EGSL) is one of the largest and most productive estuarine/marine systems in the world. This region supports unique ecosystems and productive fisheries that have been critical sources of food and culture for millennia, while also being a major historical transportation channel for Eastern North America. However, the EGSL is experiencing rapid changes to water conditions, including acidification, associated with climate change much faster than global averages.

We’re excited to share 7 illustrations from the British Columbia Ocean Acidification and Hypoxia Action Forum in March!