Grants and Contributions:

Title:

Agreement for Examining the Efficacy of a Whale Alert System to Inform Adaptive Vessel Management Measures in Critical Habitat Areas

Agreement Number:

164659

Agreement Value:

$149,975.00

Agreement Date:

Feb 7, 2023 - Mar 31, 2025

Description:

To build capacity to share and develop knowledge and expertise and support engagement To identify test and develop quiet vessel technologies and designs

Organization:

Transport Canada

Expected Results:

Enable Industry to access guidance on the effectiveness of various noise mitigation solutions which leads to increased adoption industry Implentation of operational measures from mariners and vessels owner/operators to reduce impacts on whales.

Location:

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, CA V6B3X8

Reference Number:

217-2022-2023-Q4-10547

Agreement Type:

Contribution

Report Type:

Grants and Contributions

Recipient Business Number:

119282119

Recipient Type:

Not-for-profit organization or charity

Recipient's Legal Name:

Ocean Wise Conservation Association

Federal Riding Name:

Vancouver Centre

Federal Riding Number:

59034

Program:

Program to Address Disturbances from Vessel Traffic / Quiet Vessel Initiative

Program Purpose:

The program funds projects that mitigate the impacts of navigation on the marine environment.

Coverage:

Regional