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Country Description The second largest country in the world, Canada is split into two territories with ten provinces, all renowned for their breathtaking beauty and fantastic wildlife. Due to the sheer expanse of territory the diving here varies from area to area however Vancouver Island, in the territory of British Columbia, is one of the biggest centres for diving. While Nova Scotia is also popular. Diving Description Imagine a diving experience similar to Scotland, but bigger and denser, and you'd be coming close to the diving in British Columbia. Due to the nutrient rich waters there is a vast array of sea life from rare six-gilled sharks and killer whales to giant octopuses and large wolf eels. The rock faces are also plastered with huge anemones, soft corals and algae. However in the summer the waters are thick with algae blooms that significantly reduce visibility to about one meter on the surface. From a few meters down though, the waters are clearer. Diving in British Columbia is hazardous due to strong currents of up to ten knots. Due to the tide dependent nature of diving here it is important to carefully plan ahead and only use experienced dive operators. The diving conditions are similar to the UK. Although the waters are warmer in the summer, the best diving is in the winter when visibility is at its best. So dry suits are advisable. Nova Scotia offers slightly different diving conditions. The marine life is still as rich and varied, but there is an abundance of shipwrecks. Scuba Divning Sites Canada The Johnston Strait and the Inside Passage The Johnson Strait at the top of Vancouver Island and to the Campbell River, and the Inside Passage, which evolves into the Georgia Strait, are excellent areas for Orca (killer) whales with the highest population being found in Port Hardy. New Brunswick and Nova Scotia There are upwards of 5,000 shipwrecks in these waters making it a Mecca of shipwrecks. St Paul's Island This Island lies in treacherous waters and can only accessed for diving through expeditions that involve out door camping. However with the over 350n wrecks this back to basics adventure is a must for wreck divers. |
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