Author: Kathy Dowsett

World Water Day is a constant that always is celebrated on March 22. The changeable factor is the theme. This…

Canadian Working Divers Institute has moved to a superior campus located at Chapleau Lodge on Borden Lake near Chapleau, Ontario.

OUR COMMERCIAL DIVING SCHOOL HAS BEEN IN BUSINESS SINCE 1993 AND IS TAUGHT BY COMMERCIAL DIVERS. Canadian Working Divers Institute…

Expert technical diver, writer, photographer and filmmaker Jill Heinerth receives Canada’s Polar Medal March 9 in a ceremony in London, Ontario. It is awarded to a Canadian who renders extraordinary service in the polar regions, creates better understanding of our northern communities and people, and participates in exploration, scientific research and security of our northern sovereignty.

Expert technical diver, writer, photographer and filmmaker Jill Heinerth receives Canada’s Polar Medal March 9 in a ceremony in London,…

A private member’s bill that would ban the importation of shark fins to Canada is being presented again by Coquitlam British Columbia MP Fin Donnelly. Private member’s bills are rarely adopted but advocates for the legislation are encouraged by the fact that an attempt in 2013 failed passing second reading by just five votes. Donnelly is an advocate for oceans.

A private member’s bill that would ban the importation of shark fins to Canada is being presented again by Coquitlam…

If you’re interested in the history of diving, this is a great book full of information right from the mouth of those who are pioneers and innovators of the recreational and commercial diving world.

If you’re interested in the history of diving, this is a great book full of information right from the mouth…

Welcome to Explorer Diving and discover some of the best fresh water diving in the world beneath the surface of the upper St. Lawrence River and Eastern Lake Ontario. This region offers a variety of diving environments and is home to some of the world’s best preserved shipwrecks, dating from the 17th century.

Welcome to Explorer Diving and discover some of the best fresh water diving in the world beneath the surface of…

A seemingly unrelated occurrence prompted Christine Secco to take up scuba diving. In June six years ago she was exploring…

Canada’s largest showcase of outdoor gear and adventure travel experiences! See it! Do it! Live it! OVER 300 EXHIBITORS offering…

Owner and operator, Gim Gheorghe, knows first-hand how divers feel about their life-support equipment. Before founding Abyss Diving Suits 25 years ago, Gim worked as a commercial diver in Canada and Eastern Europe and had served on the Romanian Navy’s underwater team. Those whose livelihoods depend on reliable, well-crafted gear appreciate good-quality exposure suits.

Owner and operator, Gim Gheorghe, knows first-hand how divers feel about their life-support equipment. Before founding Abyss Diving Suits 25…

Peggy’s Cove is a small rural community located on the eastern shore of St. Margarets Bay in Nova Scotia. It is famous for the Peggy’s Point Lighthouse (established 1868).

Peggy’s Cove is a small rural community located on the eastern shore of St. Margarets Bay in Nova Scotia. It…

Tsunamis are such uncommon events on the East Coast that the term itself is rarely used. Yet on November 18, 1929, the unthinkable occurred. A large scale earthquake rocked the eastern coast of North America at 5:00 p.m. In St. John’s, Newfoundland, although no serious damage was sustained, the quake shook buildings, broke dishes, and upset furniture. Most people did not know what and earthquake was and thought it was an explosion.

Tsunamis are such uncommon events on the East Coast that the term itself is rarely used. Yet on November 18,…

Canadian diver Rob Stewart’s death in the ocean is a big blow to his family, the environmental movement and the educational impact of his marine filmmaking. Stewart died in a tragic diving accident near Key Largo, Florida on January 31. He was there to start working on his third movie. It was to be called Sharkwater: Extinction, a sequel to his acclaimed first movie known as Sharkwater.

Canadian diver Rob Stewart’s death in the ocean is a big blow to his family, the environmental movement and the…

Mark Smith was looking for “something adventurous” when he took up diving. He had started parachuting but he wanted something that could be more easily accessed. “Diving seemed to fit in between.”

Mark Smith was looking for “something adventurous” when he took up diving. He had started parachuting but he wanted something…

Experience the adventures of divers who have seen the surreal beauty and underwater wilderness. For those who dare and those who aspire to explore earth’s watery realm, explore this “in-depth” website to view the world-wide adventures of Deep/Quest 2 Expeditions (the Canadian-led exploration team founded in 1973). Join us as we explore the underwater world of exotic locales, including Cuba, Mexico, Panama, Costa Rica, Colombia, Puerto Rico, as well as the Canadian Great Lakes.

To Entertain, To Educate, To Enlighten, and To Entertain Experience the adventures of divers who have seen the surreal beauty and…

The Northwest Passage through the Arctic was discovered long ago, but the ownership of Arctic Ocean beds remains unsolved. Canada, Norway, Russia, the United States and Denmark have all filed claims. Denmark’s claim is through its connection with Greenland.

The Northwest Passage through the Arctic was discovered long ago, but the ownership of Arctic Ocean beds remains unsolved. Canada,…

The purpose of the Manitoba Underwater Council is to promote the sport of scuba diving and underwater activities in Manitoba through safety, advocacy, environmental awareness, self-governance…and fun.

The purpose of the Manitoba Underwater Council is to promote the sport of scuba diving and underwater activities in Manitoba…

Check out live Scuba Diving sessions in the White Water Demo Pool throughout the weekend! Come and experience the magical world of scuba! With two-thirds of the globe covered by water it is only natural that adventure enthusiasts want to explore below the surface! Learn what makes this underwater experience so addictive.

Check out live Scuba Diving sessions in the White Water Demo Pool throughout the weekend! Come and experience the magical…

Having done most of her diving in warm-winter climates such as the Caribbean, one would think Charlene Suchy would be hesitant to dive under an Ontario lake’s ice during a Canadian winter. Think again.

Having done most of her diving in warm-winter climates such as the Caribbean, one would think Charlene Suchy would be…

“Like a living window into a continent, the Great Lakes are vibrantly visible from space. A fresh water source for millions, they are the basis of a huge ecosystem and a vital transportation route for the world. Everyone gazing thankfully on their shores needs to be a part of keeping them healthy for centuries to come. The future of the Great Lakes is the future of us all.” CHRIS A. HADFIELD Colonel, Astronaut ret’d.

“Like a living window into a continent, the Great Lakes are vibrantly visible from space. A fresh water source for…

The MAKO DDS marks a new evolution in diver transportation by combining a propulsion device with the Shark Marine Navigator, Diver Held Navigation and Sonar Imaging System.

A new evolution in diver transportation. The MAKO DDS marks a new evolution in diver transportation by combining a propulsion…

At 10 PM, October 23, 1918, the Canadian Pacific passenger ship, the SS Princess Sophia left port at Scagway, Alaska with 298 passengers, men, women and children, largely from Dawson City, Yukon, and a crew of 65.

At 10 PM, October 23, 1918, the Canadian Pacific passenger ship, the SS Princess Sophia left port at Scagway, Alaska…

As Canada celebrates its 150th birthday this year it is worth noting that a war has never been fought on its land. But the weapons of warfare brought death and destruction to Halifax, Nova Scotia, on Canada’s Atlantic seaboard 100 years ago. On December 6, 1917, the French ship Mont-Blanc left its anchorage at Halifax to join a convoy that would cross the Atlantic en route to the First World War battle grounds.

As Canada celebrates its 150th birthday this year it is worth noting that a war has never been fought on…

The Princess May (first named Cass, then later, Arthur, Cass (again), Ningchow, and Hating) was 249 feet (76 m) long, 33-foot (10 m) beam, 18-foot (5.5 m) depth of hold, 1717 gross and 1394 registered tons.

The Princess May (first named Cass, then later, Arthur, Cass (again), Ningchow, and Hating) was 249 feet (76 m) long, 33-foot…

In October of 2001 the CHAA Dive Recovery Team was formed under the guidance of Bob Hewitt with the concept of recovering Canadian historical aircraft within the Great Lakes region. Bob along with the assistance of Charley Fox, Len Fallowfield, Bill Scott, Kent Beckham, Everett Hillsdon, Dave Delaney, Martin Hodgson and Murray Manning have contributed their time and extensive energy in researching possible site locations. The initial focus was to recover sunken aircraft with the intention of restoring them to flying condition or for use as static displays.

In October of 2001 the CHAA Dive Recovery Team was formed under the guidance of Bob Hewitt with the concept…