Our Blue Economy Ecosystem
A voice for the sustainable blue economy
Ocean Alliance Canada brings together people and organizations working across the blue economy network. Our ecosystem reflects the diversity of roles, regions, and perspectives needed to support a connected and resilient ocean sector.
Our Ecosystem is made up of:
Steering Committee
Shaping the future of the blue economy together
The OAC Steering Committee is a growing group of leaders and partners who help guide our work. Rather than a single voice, the committee is designed to reflect the ocean ecosystem across sectors, regions and the diverse organizations that exist across the blue economy network.
What the committee does:
- Provide strategic input
- Helps set direction and priorities
- Bring diverse perspectives
- Shares the impacts and findings of OAC’s work
- Support collaborative efforts across the ecosystem
This could be you
As OAC continues to grow, we are working to build a steering committee that values collaboration, shared leadership and impact. We welcome voices from industry, Indigenous communities, academia, government, non-profits and emerging leaders who want to help shape priorities, identify gaps and strengthen alignment across the sector.
Our OAC Partners
Collaboration across borders
Ocean challenges are global. OAC works with partners in Canada and internationally to support shared learning and collaboration.
Our international partners help:
- Extend programs beyond Canada
- Support regional delivery through local partners
- Share tools, standards and expertise
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Our OAC Members
A growing community across the global blue economy
OAC’s members are the foundation of our ecosystem. They include both organizations and individuals working across the ocean sector, from SMEs and non-profits to research institutes, international groups and community led initiatives.
Together our members help build shared understanding and support a more connected blue economy.
Connected through professional designations and OAC programs
Organizational Members supporting and shaping sector-wide initiatives
SBEP & the OAC Ecosystem
A professional designation within the OAC
While OAC membership connects you to the ecosystem, SBEP recognizes individuals who meet defined standards of:
- Experience
- Skills
- Ethical and Professional practice
SBEPs elevate the OAC ecosystem by driving the sustainable blue economy forward through:
- Upholding shared standards and benchmarks
- Strengthening credibility across the sector
- Contributing to knowledge-sharing
- Mentoring emerging professionals
- Advancing consistent, responsible practice
SBEPs don’t just participate: they build integrity and leadership.
Join the OAC ecosystem
Ocean Alliance Canada is built through collaboration. Whether you’re an individual or organization, there’s a place for you.
Individual Membership
Community Level | Open Participation
OAC individual members are part of a growing ocean ecosystem. This is an open, accessible way to stay connected and participate in program activities.
- Participate in OAC events & initiatives
- Stay informed on programs & initiatives
- Contribute ideas & perspectives
This membership is a low-barrier way to enter the OAC network.
Organizational Membership
Contributor Level | Active Participation
Organizational Members play a more active role in shaping the ecosystem. They are employers, institutions and parters who want to influence direction and access deeper opportunities.
Don’t Just Observe, Be a Contributor
- Participate in employer roundtables
- Inform workforce and skills alignment priorities
- Access enhanced Job Board features (Summer 2026)
- First access to insights and sector updates
- Member highlights on our website
- Access to our growing digital community
- Discounts on SBEP for staff