about us

Navigating Seas & Creating Memories

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our history

Over 25 Years of Ocean Adventures

Established in 1998, Seabreeze Adventures has been a pivotal presence in the marine tourism industry for over 25 years. What began as a humble fishing charters company founded by three passionate commercial fishermen, has now grown into a vibrant community dedicated to making once-in-a-lifetime experiences a reality.

Our journey from fishing charters to including whale watching reflects our deep connection with the ocean. We take pride in not just observing, but being guardians of the deep and actively protecting the incredible marine life we are privileged to encounter daily.

Today, we are a close-knit family of seasoned captains, knowledgeable naturalists, and dedicated office staff. We come from all over the globe, but it’s our passion for the sea and marine life that links us together, shapes our past and continues to guide our future.

our location

Proudly Anchored in Steveston’s Legacy

Originally established as a small fishing community in the late 19th century, Steveston quickly grew into one of the largest salmon-canning centres in the world. Despite the challenges of economic shifts and changing industries, Steveston has kept its historic charm, with many well-preserved heritage buildings. Today, Steveston blends its fishing legacy with a vibrant local community, and we’re proud to be an integral part of it for over 25 years.

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our team

Meet the Pod

Vanessa

certified Marine Naturalist

Vanessa is a biologist and educator who’s love affair with the ocean started 20 years ago. She has worked with Ontario Provincial Parks, the Vancouver Aquarium and Metro Vancouver Regional Parks. With a Master's in Ecological Education and experience as a Richmond classroom teacher, she seamlessly connects classroom learning to outdoor nature spaces. Vanessa's commitment lies in inspiring awe and wonder for nature and encouraging care for wild creatures.

Shauna

certified Marine Naturalist & office staff

Born and raised in Ireland, Shauna is a marine biology graduate who came to Vancouver to join the Seabreeze Adventures family. She’s always had a passion for all things marine and decided to swap the Atlantic for the Pacific.

Camryn

certified Marine Naturalist

Camryn is a master’s student in Oceanography at University of BC. She loves all things whales and the ocean, and loves getting to share her passion with others through Seabreeze Adventures!

Sabrina

Office Manager

Sabrina grew up in Nova Scotia and graduated from Nova Scotia Community College with a degree in Tourism Management. Her love for marine wildlife started when she saw a Fin Whale off the coast of Cape Breton at age 18. Sabrina currently holds her MEDA2, Wilderness First Responder, Marine Naturalist and Marine Basic First Aid certificates. She enjoys learning about our local BC wildlife and sharing her knowledge with guests on board.

Edward

Certified Zodiac Captain

Edward grew up on Piers Island and has been with Orca Spirit for over five years as a Zodiac Captain. Edward graduated from the University of Victoria majoring in Trace Metal Bio Geochemistry and currently holds his SVOP, ROC-MC, MEDA3, Marine Naturalist and Cold-Water Immersion Instructor certificates.

Adrian

Certified Zodiac Captain

Growing up in Toronto, Adrian spent most of his childhood joining his family on spearfishing trips that started his passion for the ocean. He joined the Orca Spirit team in 2019 as an Onboard Naturalist and in his spare time enjoys free diving. Now you can find him leading your tours on the zodiacs vessels while sharing his knowledge and passion for the Salish Seas wildlife.

Sabrina

Office Manager

Sabrina grew up in Nova Scotia and graduated from Nova Scotia Community College with a degree in Tourism Management. Her love for marine wildlife started when she saw a Fin Whale off the coast of Cape Breton at age 18. Sabrina currently holds her MEDA2, Wilderness First Responder, Marine Naturalist and Marine Basic First Aid certificates. She enjoys learning about our local BC wildlife and sharing her knowledge with guests on board.

Edward

Certified Zodiac Captain

Edward grew up on Piers Island and has been with Orca Spirit for over five years as a Zodiac Captain. Edward graduated from the University of Victoria majoring in Trace Metal Bio Geochemistry and currently holds his SVOP, ROC-MC, MEDA3, Marine Naturalist and Cold-Water Immersion Instructor certificates.

Adrian

Certified Zodiac Captain

Growing up in Toronto, Adrian spent most of his childhood joining his family on spearfishing trips that started his passion for the ocean. He joined the Orca Spirit team in 2019 as an Onboard Naturalist and in his spare time enjoys free diving. Now you can find him leading your tours on the zodiacs vessels while sharing his knowledge and passion for the Salish Seas wildlife.

Conservation & Education

Environmental Stewardship in Action

We strictly follow ethical whale watching guidelines, such as keeping our distance from the whales, practicing parallel viewing at slow speeds, alerting recreational vessels when whales are in the area, and leaving when there are too many boats. We avoid viewing resident orcas due to their critically endangered status. Our choice in smaller vessels not only provides a more intimate experience to tour goers, but also reduces underwater noise impact on the surrounding wildlife.

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interested in joining us?

Hop aboard the Seabreeze Team!

Are you passionate about marine life and eager to share that enthusiasm with others? Do you thrive in dynamic environments and enjoy providing exceptional customer experiences? If so, we’d love to connect.

Please reach out to us at info@seabreezeadventures.ca with your resumé and cover letter.