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• Ocean Science Expo 2012
• Public Lecture Series

Teachers and Students

• School Tour Days
• Art/Music Contest
• AGS EdGEO Teacher's Workshop "Oceans: Modern and Ancient"

Of Special Interest

• Halifax Harbour Webcam
• 50th Anniversary Book
• Oct. 1962 Opening Speech
• Fun Ocean Science Facts
• Take the BIO Quiz (PDF)
• BIO Gift Shop

About the Institute

• The Bedford Institute of Oceanography (BIO)
• How to Find BIO
• Brief History of BIO
• Chronological History of BIO (PDF)
• BIO Oceans Association

2012 Milestones

• Coast Guard's 50th
• NSIS 150th
• Titanic 100th
• World Oceans Day 20th

The Bedford Institute of Oceanography

BIO at 50 - A Voyage of Discovery

Canada's premier centre for oceanographic research provides advice and support on ocean issues including safe navigation, offshore energy development, sustainable fishing, climate change, and protecting marine biodiversity and aquatic species at risk.

Comprised of more than 600 employees from six federal government departments, the Institute has become a welcomed part of its community by providing public tours and exhibitions; and by partnering with local universities, industry, and community groups.

The year 2012 marks the 50th anniversary of Canada's largest ocean research centre - the Bedford Institute of Oceanography. In celebration of this milestone, you are invited to learn about the Institute's various oceanographic research initiatives with an Ocean Science EXPO (September 20th to 23rd, 2012), and a series of lectures.