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 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.

Check out our programs, campaigns, and victories at our regional chapter websites:

south Vancouver Island |Vancouver |Pacific Rim |Atlantic

Focus Areas

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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New Swag! Introducing Our Latest Membership Perks 🏄🏽‍♀️

Every membership = a wave of change Your membership reinforces our campaigns and programs that make real, tangible change, from ending plastic pollution to preserving the beaches and clean water.

Become a Member today!

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This week, the final round of negotiations for a Global Plastics Treaty is underway in Geneva. We’re calling on world leaders to step up and deliver a treaty that:

🚫 Caps plastic production to protect our climate and health

🧴 Phases out sin

NEW BLOG - Just Beneath the Surface: PVC Pipe Pollution ✍🏾

Plastic pollution isn’t just floating in the ocean. It’s in the air we breathe, the soil we walk on, and even the pipes beneath our streets.

PVC is one of the most toxic plasti

For Plastic Free July, and every month, we’re leaning into clothing and other textiles made from natural fibres and that are free from toxic chemicals 🧵🪡

Every time we wash synthetic fabrics - like polyester, nylon, or spandex, tiny plastic

@bcgreenbiz an initiative of @synergyenterprises, is a certification program that supports businesses finding practical and affordable ways to reduce their environmental impact and contribute to their local communities.

In addition to being certifi

We're halfway through the summer, and have spots available for August and September corporate cleanups! 🧤

Is your office or business is looking for a fun way to get your team outside, educated about the coastal environment, and make a difference in

This past year, Surfrider Canada set out with a bold vision: grow our grassroots movement and deepen our impact. Thanks to supporters like you, we did just that, expanding our network of dedicated community and student activists from coast to coast,

New Membership Perks 🏝️🧢

It’s Plastic Free July, and one of the easiest actions we can take is swapping off of single use plastics and using reusable bottles and mugs for water and hot beverages.

Now, we’ve got reusable bottles and mu

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@surfrider.ca