An upcoming public lecture will discuss the role of marine biodiversity in the health of Canadas oceans. Dr. Paul Snelgrove, professor of Ocean Sciences and Biology at Memorial University and the director of the NSERC Canadian Healthy Oceans Network, will deliver the Canada Oceans Lecture, a joint initiative between Shorefast Foundation and Simon Fraser University in cooperation with Memorial University. It aims to increase awareness of Canada's vast marine environment and its importance to Canadians.

A reception will follow. Free parking is available in Lot 15B.