More Shells and Swells: Shoreline Clean-Up and Art Workshop
Celebrate Plastic Free July with an inspiring day for ocean protection!
Join us to meet fun people while doing a cleanup followed by lunch & creative art workshop for a plastic-free future.
This event invites ocean lovers to explore the global plastic crisis, learn about its impacts on marine ecosystems and communities, and discover how international initiatives such as the Global Plastics Treaty are working toward solutions. Together, we'll discuss practical ways to take action locally and become part of a growing movement for healthier oceans.
After a shoreline cleanup and interactive workshop, we'll share a free lunch before moving into a creative art session. Using collage and watercolours, participants will reflect on their relationship with the ocean and express their vision for a more sustainable future. No artistic experience is needed—all materials are provided.
What to expect
- Shoreline cleanup hosted by Ocean Wise
- Interactive workshop on plastic pollution and ocean protection
- Discussions on local environmental action
- Guided collage and watercolour art activity
- Free lunch/pizza
- Meet like-minded young people passionate about the ocean
Come along to learn, create, connect, and leave inspired to make waves for a plastic-free future!
This event is made possible thanks to the Red Cross Canada Resilience Fund Program.
Good to know
Highlights
- 5 hours 30 minutes
- all ages
- In person
- Doors at 9:45 AM
Location
Creekside Community Recreation Centre
1 Athletes Way
Vancouver, BC V5Y 0B1
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Agenda
Registration
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Introduction
Icebreaker activities, Introduction circle, Shoreline cleanup, Plastics 101 educational workshop
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Culture and Unwind with Arts
Free lunch, Facilitated discussion on ocean protection and local activism, Reflection on ways to get involved locally, Guided painting and collage workshop