August 24 & 25, 2024
Saturday & Sunday: 11am-6pm

Community Groups

Check out some of the amazing community groups participating in this year’s Richmond Maritime Festival.

CPAWS-BC is raising awareness of ocean conservation in the region, particularly to help protect endangered Southern Resident killer whales and the unique glass sponge reefs found in the Strait of Georgia and Átl’ka7tsem/Howe Sound. Drop by to learn more about Salish Sea conservation, play trivia, and pick-up brochures.

The Fraser River Discovery Centre’s mission is to share the stories of the Fraser and inspire stewards of the river. Stop by for an interactive family activity at festival! Learn more about the biodiversity, geology, and history of the river.

The Gulf of Georgia Cannery Society operates the Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site on behalf of Parks Canada, in the historic fishing village of Canada. Visit their booth and participate in fun activities to learn about their work to present the fascinating stories of fishing on Canada’s west coast.

Ocean Legacy Foundation seeks to end the ocean plastic pollution crisis. The foundation deploys expedition crews that complete ocean and shoreline cleanups in remote areas across BC and beyond. Their key mission is to restore our marine environment so that it is clean, safe, and beautiful for people and wildlife alike to enjoy.

 

Ocean Wise is a global conservation organization based in Vancouver, BC, on a mission to build communities that take meaningful action to protect and restore our ocean. Learn about all of the community contributions, and see their fascinating collection of marine artifacts including a shark jaw, turtle shell, sea otter fur, invertebrate shells and more!

The Richmond Carvers is a non-profit organization dedicated to the advancement of woodcarving as a hobby and an art form. Founded in 1988, the Society has grown to over 74 members with skill levels ranging from beginner to internationally acclaimed experts. Come to the festival to see them at work and admire some of the beautiful carvings on display.

Richmond Public Library has been proudly serving the Richmond, BC, community since 1976. Our mission is to create opportunities to learn, connect, and belong. Libraries are at the ♥ of their communities.

Tourism Richmond provides services to locals and visitors, including sharing the valuable history of Steveston and Britannia Shipyards National Historic Site. Pop by to pick-up Richmond guides, and participate in a family-friendly game.

For over 60 years, the Vancouver Maritime Museum has been sharing stories about the Pacific Northwest and the Arctic and creating experiences that build bridges between the past and future.