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

Dive and hospitality pioneers Bob Soto and Ms. Hebe Connors (Briggs) were honored by the Cayman Islands government as early tourism heroes in a January celebration in George Town’s Heroes Square. Several hundred people were recognized as tourism contributors, but only a few were distinguished as heroes of the industry.

Mechanical engineer, Suneet Jain joined Chrysalis Entrepreneur Forum from India to smash the Guinness World…

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…

Aquariums have become a normal part of society, in that most of us have visited one at some point or other. The question is do they work as a good educational tool for the ocean and its creatures and do they encourage conservation? What do people take away from a visit and are aquarium’s a positive experience? Here in the UK they are a way for us all to engage with a range of tropical creatures that we might otherwise not be exposed too but does that encourage a more positive and active drive to care for them in the natural World?

Aquariums have become a normal part of society, in that most of us have visited…

PADI (Professional Association of Diving Instructors) has partnered with FORCE BLUE for an upcoming fundraiser in support…

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.

Apart from my editing duties, I also work with young people in schools and decided to try and collaborate the two things I love the most. Overnight my ‘Scuba in Schools’ project was born. An enriching program/activity for young people to get involved in. Something new and different as part of the school day to help create the next generation of young divers.

Apart from my editing duties, I also work with young people in schools and decided to try and collaborate the two things I love the most. Overnight my ‘Scuba in Schools’ project was born. An enriching program/activity for young people to get involved in. Something new and different as part of the school day to help create the next generation of young divers.

An independent Service Evaluation Study by the University of Sheffield Medical School has recorded a significant improvement in the general wellbeing and mental health of military veterans who have completed the PADI Deptherapy programme.

An independent Service Evaluation Study by the University of Sheffield Medical School has recorded a…

Diving rehabilitation charity Deptherapy is pleased to announce its membership of the National Council for Voluntary Organisations (NCVO).

Diving rehabilitation charity Deptherapy is pleased to announce its membership of the National Council for…

Don’t forget – the OZTek2017 Underwater Photographic Competition closes on January 31st.

As Canada celebrates its 150th birthday this year it is worth noting that a war…

The Experiencing Marine Reserves programme is planning Community Guided Snorkel and Kayak Days in marine reserves and special places around New Zealand.

The Experiencing Marine Reserves programme is planning  Community Guided Snorkel and Kayak Days in marine reserves and…

Divers have rediscovered a 17th century shipwreck off Gunwalloe Church Cove in Cornwall, at exactly the spot where the shipwreck scene was filmed in 2014 for the TV series Poldark. First seen by a local diver in 1971 and designated under the Protection of Wrecks Act 1973, the wreck of the Schiedam had been buried for many years under the shifting sands of the cove.

Divers have rediscovered a 17th century shipwreck off Gunwalloe Church Cove in Cornwall, at exactly…

The Canadian Naval Divers Association (CNDA) was founded in January 1981 at Halifax, Nova Scotia. The founding members of the Association were: Andre Desrochers, Stanley F. Watts, Leo Goneau, Terry Havlik, Glenn Adams, and Michael Walsh. The first president was Stanley F. Watts and the current national chairman is Wally Green.

The Canadian Naval Divers Association (CNDA) was founded in January 1981 at Halifax, Nova Scotia.…

Shark Angels, a 501 c 3 charity, is thrilled to launch their Holiday Auction via…

Australia has experienced a tragic week with the loss of six people who died scuba diving or snorkelling in Australian waters.

It is with much relief we share the news that five sperm whales have been sighted by Whale Watch Kaikoura just six days after the 7.8 magnitude earthquakes that impacted Kaikoura and surrounds heavily. Whilst Whale Watch are currently closed for business, a short press release on their website shows their evident joy at the whales’ return to the area:

It is with much relief we share the news that five sperm whales have been…

KLASH is a new water activewear company aimed at women who want to be active in…

Imagine beaches that are free from rubbish, healthy rivers that we can swim in, and…

PADI (the Professional Association of Diving Instructors) is a proud supporter of two very special organizations: WAVES (the Wounded…

A new podcast series is featuring legends in the diving industry telling some of their…

Raffle to Benefit Both The Rebreather Exploration and Research Organization & kurmalliance! Win a rEvo…

The Bowen Island Conservancy is active throughout the year on various projects around our beautiful…

This handsome male manta is now known as Troy … thanks to Julia from Wythall, near Birmingham, who won the Scuba Tours Worldwide ‘Name the Manta’ Competition at the recent Dive 2016 show.

This handsome male manta is now known as Troy … thanks to Julia from Wythall,…

Carlos Coste (VEN) set New Continental South American Record -69 meters on 5 september in the…

Have you always fancied the idea of being a liveaboard dive guide? Now you can experience this firsthand by applying for our eight-week liveaboard internship programme, which is starting again from April 2017.

Have you always fancied the idea of being a liveaboard dive guide?  Now you can…

Bonnier Corp., one of the largest special-interest publishing groups in the U.S., has launched ScubaDivingIntro.com, a…

In late September, Inuit artist Annie Pootoogook died tragically in Ottawa. Pootoogook was an award-winning illustrator from Cape Dorset, Nunavut. Her ink-and-crayon depictions of everyday life in the north — families sitting to eat a meal of seal meat or shopping at the Arctic co-op — received international acclaim. In contrast to the idealized vision many Canadians have of the north, of majestic rock and ice landscapes or charismatic wildlife like polar bears, Pootoogook’s drawings often reflected the crushing poverty northern families face and its devastating impacts on their health and well-being.

In late September, Inuit artist Annie Pootoogook died tragically in Ottawa. Pootoogook was an award-winning…

The Underwater Archaeological Society of BC (UASBC) announces its latest exploration project. Starting fall 2016 the UASBC plans to survey and document the Historic Shipwrecks of the Southern Gulf Islands. The project is expected to take three years to complete and will involve archival research, underwater fieldwork, site documentation and mapping.

Love Reefs?  Want to put your diving skills to good use? Try this Reef Check…

It’s the end of September and we are coming to the end of the diving season here in Ontario, except for hardcore divers who still go out in the cold water to take advantage of the better visibility. The operators on the St Lawrence are starting to pull boats out of the water and get them ready for winter storage. If you are still looking to dive some of the operators will be keeping a boat in until the end of October and running on the weekends.

Dive operators pulling boats from St. Lawrence as temperature falls. It’s the end of September…