The Marine Ecology Station - Station History

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Our History

The Marine Ecology Centre was built in 1991 and opened in November of that year. It is operated by the Friends of the Marine Ecology Station, a non-profit society. The Centre receives support from the friends of MES, the local community, Town of Sidney, individuals and corporate sponsors. It operates educational programs year-round for school and college groups as well as for other organized groups and individuals.

The Marine Ecology Centre's Mission Statement.

Ecological education is to feel the sense of wonder in the world around us.
To explore this world for new ideas;
To appreciate the connectedness and synergy between life forms;
To experience the eureka of discovery
To become sensitized to our unique role in understanding and protecting nature;
And to offer to others the passions of a naturalist when sharing ideas and discoveries.