Government Agencies, Universities & Societys

⚓ Research, Science & Education Charters

Trusted Marine Transport & Support for Scientific, Conservation & Field Operations

Since 1997, we’ve been a reliable marine charter provider for a wide range of government agencies, research institutions, and environmental organizations operating throughout southern Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands. With a proven track record, we offer discreet, safe, and experienced marine services tailored to scientific, conservation, and operational missions.

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🧪 Who We Work With

We’ve proudly supported work for a wide range of respected agencies and institutions, including:

• Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO)

• Parks Canada

• Natural Resources Canada (NRCan)

• ORCA (Ocean Rehabilitation Conservation Alliance)

• Ocean Networks Canada (ONC)

• Ocean Wise

• NOAA (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration)

• Institute of Ocean Sciences (IOS)

• BC Ministry of Environment and Parks

• BC Ministry of Forests

• University of Victoria – Ocean Sciences

• UBC – Institute for the Oceans and Fisheries

🔬 Common Activities & Services

Our commercial charters have supported a wide variety of field operations, including:

• Marine biology research & ecological monitoring

• Oceanography & hydrographic studies

• Ecosystem and ocean science support

• Deployment & maintenance of marine science buoys

• Transport to remote Canadian lighthouses

• Environmental restoration & species monitoring

• Seafloor mapping & water sampling

• Small group education or outreach events
• Logistics and access for field staff and gear

We offer private, small-group transport and stationary on site base aboard our fully equipped Axopar 28 Cross Cabin—a stable, fast, and heated vessel suited for year-round operations. We can also tow additional gear if needed.

🧭 Why Choose Us?

With decades of experience navigating the Salish Sea and the southern Gulf Islands, we bring local expertise, vessel reliability, and professional conduct to each mission.

• ✅ Experienced local captain familiar with regional permits, anchorages & logistics

• ✅ Discreet, secure transport for sensitive gear or equipment

• ✅ Safety-focused with commercial insurance & Transport Canada compliance

• ✅ Efficient, direct pickup options from Victoria or Gulf Islands

📍 Areas We Service

Our charters operate throughout:

• Juan de Fuca Strait

• Haro Strait

• Southern & central Gulf Islands

• Saanich Inlet

• Boundary Pass

• Race Rocks

• Satellite Channel & nearby fjords

• Custom charters to other BC locations by special arrangement – sometimes we tow our boat to more distant locations

🔗 Coordination & Bookings

We’re happy to coordinate with project managers and field techs to match timelines, weather windows, and specific access requirements.

📧 Contact us directly for quotes, availability, or long-term arrangements.
We offer flexible scheduling for both single and multi-day missions, and recurring deployments