WHO IS ODD SEA?
At ODD SEA, our fascination begins where the shoreline ends, extending far beyond the traditional horizon of the open ocean. We recognize that Canada is defined by its water not just the salt sprayed depths of our three surrounding seas, but the intricate web of mountain streams, glacial lakes, and hidden wetlands that pulse through the heart of the continent. Our mission is to champion the protection of these diverse ecosystems by fostering a direct, hands-on connection between the public and our local environments. We believe that conservation starts with community, which is why we actively host educational outreach events and beach clean ups along our coastlines and riverbanks. These gatherings serve as a platform for discovery, allowing us to remove physical pollutants while simultaneously sharing the stories of the species that rely on these habitats.
By documenting the extraordinary life within our waterways and inviting the public to join us on the ground and in the water we strive to bridge the gap between human curiosity and active stewardship. We advocate for a holistic view of conservation, understanding that the health of a coastal estuary is only as resilient as the inland rivers that feed it. From the mystery of freshwater shipwrecks to the vital migration paths of native fish, ODD SEA is dedicated to exploring and preserving the submerged world. Whether through a community clean-up or a collaborative research project, we are committed to a future where every Canadian watershed remains wild, clean, and teeming with life from coast to coast to coast.
ODD SEA FOUNDER DANIEL HUPPEE
HOW DID WE GET HERE?
Odd Sea was born from a profound personal shift and a drive to bridge the gap between people and the Pacific. Founded by Daniel Huppee, a Métis resident of British Columbia, the initiative is rooted in an unlikely beginning. Despite growing up on Vancouver Island, Daniel spent his youth fearing the ocean a feeling shared by many who view the deep as a place of hidden dangers.
Everything changed when a transformative encounter with the water shifted Daniel's perspective from fear to fascination. As he dove deeper into the world of marine life, he began to notice glaring voids in public awareness: critical gaps in ocean education, widespread misconceptions about sea creatures, and a lack of integrated Indigenous knowledge in mainstream conservation.
Daniel realized that public fear is often misplaced. While many people harbor a deep-seated dread of sharks, the reality is that the true danger lies in human impact specifically the millions of sharks lost as bycatch every year. Odd Sea was established as a community based non-profit to flip this narrative. By addressing these misconceptions and centering education on both scientific and Indigenous perspectives, Odd Sea aims to transform fear into stewardship, ensuring that the communities of BC can connect with the ocean as Daniel did.
Whytte Cliff, BC