Campaigns Define Us As An Organization 

They are how we protect coastal spaces, ensure the ocean is healthy, keeping pollution out of the water and making sure every beach is clean and accessible for all to enjoy. When we win a campaign, it’s called a victory. Surfrider defines a victory as a decision by a governing body that protects the coastal and ocean environment, improves coastal access, or both.

Victory Year Chapter/CLUB category

Jordan River Park established 2010 South Vancouver Island Beach Access

Federal ban on plastic microbeads in consumer products 2015 Vancouver Plastic Reduction

Ban on plastic/bioplastic straws in Tofino and Ucluelet 2018 Pacific Rim Plastic Reduction

Ban on plastic/bioplastic bags in Tofino and Ucluelet 2018 Pacific Rim Plastic Reduction

Tofino Bylaw prohibiting smoking and vaping in public 2018 Pacific Rim Plastic Reduction

Unanimous vote in favour of M-151: federal plastic strategy 2018 Canada Plastic Reduction

Ban on EPS takeaway containers in Tofino and Ucluelet 2019 Pacific Rim Plastic Reduction

CRD Wastewater Treatment Plant 2020 South Vancouver Island Clean Water

Ban the Bag Victoria 2021 South Vancouver Island Plastic Reduction

Ban on plastic and bioplastic cutlery 2022 Pacific Rim Plastic Reduction

Keurig greenwashing settlement 2022 Canada Plastic Reduction

Federal ban on Single-Use Plastics 2022 Canada Plastic Reduction

UVic Reusable Foodware Program 2022 University of Victoria Club Plastic Reduction