Deep Sea Mining: Stopping the Threat to Ocean Biodiversity

Mining may soon begin in one of the most ecologically fragile places on the planet: the deep seabed. Canadian mining companies are leading the way, putting at risk the health of the deep ocean and the thousands of species who call it home. But the movement calling for an immediate moratorium or ban on deep sea mining is growing fast. What's in the deep sea? What's at stake if this destructive industry goes forward? How can we raise our voices and ensure a global moratorium on deep sea mining is in place before it's too late? Hear from mining-affected communities in the Pacific and global and Canadian organizations on policy, and watch the 16-minute documentary “Blue Peril” — a visual investigation of the impacts of deep sea mining in the Pacific Ocean and how far-reaching they are likely to be. Panelists: Matt Gianni, Co-founder, Political and Policy Advisor, Deep Sea Conservation Coalition Tita Kara, Civil Society Forum of Tonga Nuku’Alofa Tonga Catherine Coumans, Asia Pacific Coordinator, MiningWatch Canada Suanna Fuller, vice-president of operations and projects at Oceans North Moderated by Rodrigue Turgeon, MiningWatch Canada This event will be in English and French.