A Whalewatcher’s Guide to Whales on the East Coast of Canada
A Guide for Marine Mammal Observation Activities
In addition to helping make numerous coastal communities more dynamic, whale-watching operators play an essential role in whale conservation and the promotion of the St. Lawrence’s biodiversity. The information contained in this guide aims to help whale-watching companies educate their crews on the numerous marine mammalspecies that inhabit eastern Canada, several of which are at risk. It presents up-to-date information on the potential effects of whale- and seal-related activities while educating whale-watching operators on mitigation measures that can minimize their impacts on these species and their environment. A Whale-Watcher’s Guide to Whales on the East Coast of Canada is the third in a series of guides (the first two intended for shipowners and fishers, respectively) dedicated to educating the various users of the St. Lawrence and the east coast on how to responsibly navigate whale habitat.
Marine observation © S. Giroux
Sighthing of a humpback whale © S. Giroux