Welcome back to the Aqua Agenda with your host, Angel Fisher, Director of Conservation Department with BC Métis Federation. Zia yazdani, Conservation manager, and Tanner Oswald, Conservation Coordinator.

In this special episode, they are joined by guest speaker Jasmine Lee, a sustainability associate at Eco act. Jasmine discusses kelp loss and her project "kelp in hand," a card game designed to raise awareness about seafood station causes. Jasmine shares her journey into conservation, including her experience with the Ocean Bridge Program.

The episode highlights the importance of youth involvement in conservation efforts and ways listeners can get involved.

Follow Jasmine's projects on Instagram at kelp in hand.

Useful Links:

• ⁠BC Métis Federation⁠
• ⁠Conservation Department ⁠
• ⁠Follow us on Instagram⁠
• ⁠Donate to support our initiatives⁠

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Tune in and be part of the movement where every drop in the ocean counts!

Welcome back to Aqua Agenda! In this episode, your host Tanner Oswald, Coastal Coordinator, is joined by Angel Fisher, Director of Coastal Conservation, and Zia Yazdani, Coastal Manager, from the BC Métis Federation.

We kick off by sharing our personal journeys into conservation, from childhood memories to professional paths. Angel reflects on her roots in Saskatoon and her journey to working with the Canadian Coast Guard and BC Métis Federation. Tanner shares his transition from healthcare to conservation, Zia discusses his lifelong connection to nature and his role as a manager with the Coastal Conservation team.

We'll also recap our April activities, including our largest beach cleanup event at English Bay, the Trailblazers hike in North Vancouver, and the Title Talks community session in Fort St. John.

Join us for an engaging discussion on conservation efforts, community involvement, and exciting upcoming events. Don't miss out on how you can get involved and support our mission for clean and healthy coastal waters.

Useful Links:

• BC Métis Federation
• Coastal Conservation Department
• Follow us on Instagram
• Donate to support our initiatives

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Tune in and be part of the movement where every drop in the ocean counts!

Description:

Welcome to the inaugural episode of Aqua Agenda, the podcast dedicated to the conservation of British Columbia's coastal and aquatic environments. Hosted by Angel Fisher, Director of Coastal Conservation with the BC Métis Federation, alongside Tanner Oswald, Coastal Coordinator, and Zia Yazdani, Coastal Manager, this episode provides an introduction to the podcast and its goals.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Who We Are: Learn about the BC Métis Federation, its mission, vision, and values. Discover how BCMF advocates for Métis communities across British Columbia through grassroots efforts and collaborative initiatives.
• Coastal Conservation Department: Get to know our department, its formation in 2019, and its goals of safeguarding coastal and aquatic ecosystems for future generations. We provide an overview of our educational tools, resources, programs, and services.
• Educational Initiatives: Explore our webinars, training sessions, newsletters, and new podcast as key sources of education on conservation. Follow us on Instagram at Coastal Water Protectors for updates and educational content.
• Community Outreach: Hear about our extensive community outreach efforts, including attending and hosting events across British Columbia. In 2023 alone, we participated in 48 events, connecting with members and communities from Vancouver Island to the Thompson Okanagan and beyond.
• First Responder Initiative: Learn about our spill kit distribution program, initiated by Coastal Water Protector Brad Giroux. This program provides spill kits to small pleasure craft vessel owners to help them respond safely to spills.
• Coastal Water Protectors: Discover our ambassador program, which includes Coastal Pups, Coastal Seawolves, and Coastal Ambassadors. We highlight the success of our recent shoreline cleanup event at English Bay, which had over 400 volunteers and garnered media attention.

Join us as we dive into the world of coastal conservation and connect with our vibrant community. Stay tuned for future episodes featuring guest speakers and in-depth discussions on various aspects of coastal and aquatic conservation.

For more information and to subscribe to our updates, visit Coastal Water Protectors. Follow us on Instagram at Coastal Water Protectors and subscribe to our newsletter for the latest updates on events and initiatives.

Tune in and make every drop in the ocean count with Aqua Agenda!