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Over the past few months, heat records have broken worldwide. In early July, the temperature in Ouargla, Algeria, reached 51.3 C, the highest ever recorded in Africa! Temperatures in the eastern and southwestern United States and southeastern Canada have also hit record highs. In Montreal, people sweltered under temperatures of 36.6 C, the highest ever recorded there, as well as record-breaking extreme midnight heat and humidity, an unpleasant experience shared by people in Ottawa. Dozens of people have died from heat-related causes in Quebec alone.

Dan’s Dive Shop was established in 1974 by Dan Mandziuk. The store was originally located at 48 Lakeport Road in Pt. Dalhousie and was a landmark for over 20 years. We are currently located at 329 Welland Ave., in St. Catharines, ON, Canada.

Dan’s Dive Shop was established in 1974 by Dan Mandziuk. The store was originally located at 48 Lakeport Road in Pt. Dalhousie and was a landmark for over 20 years. We are currently located at 329 Welland Ave., in St. Catharines, ON, Canada.

The fossil fuel era must end, or it will spell humanity’s end. The threat isn’t just from pollution and accelerating climate change. Rapid, wasteful exploitation of these valuable resources has also led to a world choked in plastic. Almost all plastics are made from fossil fuels, often by the same companies that produce oil and gas.

The fossil fuel era must end, or it will spell humanity’s end. The threat isn’t…

A new breed of diving adventure (just for women!) Catherine Edsell FRGS, expedition leader, Reef Check…

Be a part of the development of a uniquely Canadian preservative on ocean literacy

Be a part of the development of a uniquely Canadian preservative on ocean literacy Marine…

To its credit, the Forest Products Association of Canada recognizes climate change is a serious threat to forests and habitat, and has vowed the sector it represents “is doing its part to fight climate change through work in our forests, at our mills and through the products we make.”

To its credit, the Forest Products Association of Canada recognizes climate change is a serious…

Diving holiday specialist Regaldive has noticed a surge in demand for their Red Sea programme for the 2018/2019 winter season. With a wider range of airports than ever before offering flights to the Red Sea, UK divers are being provided with exceptional choice and convenience.

Diving holiday specialist Regaldive has noticed a surge in demand for their Red Sea programme…

Since 1994, Abucs Scuba Charters has been offering personalized dive charters to the world class…

One of the world’s best-known climate scientists is discouraged that almost 40 years of study and warnings haven’t convinced humanity to adequately address the climate crisis. But James Hansen understands why we’ve stalled.

One of the world’s best-known climate scientists is discouraged that almost 40 years of study…

A potential safety risk has been found by Suunto on two of its products. All consumers who have a Suunto Wireless Tank Pressure Transmitter or Tank POD are asked to bring the products to an authorized Suunto dive dealer or a Suunto Authorized Service Centre for inspection and upgrade. It is a free service for its customers.

A potential safety risk has been found by Suunto on two of its products. All…

Save the date: 21 July 2018 – Join in a day of shared adventure and passion for the ocean.
PADI women’s dive day, now in it’s fourth year.

Save the date: 21 July 2018 – Join in a day of shared adventure and passion…

On June 30, 2019, Health Canada, the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (US CPSC) and Huish Outdoors recalled Oceanic and Hollis first stage regulators. The metal regulator attaches to the scuba tank valve and controls the pressure of the air a diver breathes.

On June 30, 2019, Health Canada, the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (US CPSC)…

It’s that time of year again, the annual Niagara Divers Association Canada Day Dive.

It’s that time of year again, the annual Niagara Divers Association Canada Day Dive. This year’s…

Be it the Red Sea, the Maldives or Indonesia, Emperor Divers has some tempting offers to get you diving those warm waters on lovely liveaboards.

Be it the Red Sea, the Maldives or Indonesia, Emperor Divers has some tempting offers…

Sharkwater: Extinction (2018). This is the late Rob Stewart’s third film. Stewart’s mission was to save the sharks and oceans before it’s too late, and exposes this multi-billion dollar industry which exists in West Africa, Spain, Panama, Costa Rico, France and even our own backyard. This film dives into the often violent underworld of the pirate fishing trade.

Sharkwater: Extinction (2018). This is the late Rob Stewart’s third film. Stewart’s mission was to…

By 2002, drivers in London, England, were spending as much as half their commuting time stalled in traffic, contributing to much of the city centre’s dangerous particulate pollution. To deal with a growing population, increasing gridlock and air quality concerns, the city implemented a congestion charge, using a photo-based licence-recognition system.

By 2002, drivers in London, England, were spending as much as half their commuting time…

The Maritime Museum of BC is pleased to announce “West Coast Celebration”, the summer art show which features two prominent BC marine artists, Mark Hobson and Esther Sample. David Leverton, Executive Director of the Maritime Museum stated, “We are very fortunate to have such talented marine artists displaying their work during this summer period. Over the past two years we have featured a number of B.C. artists and look forward to continuing to highlight other amazing marine artists in the future.”

The Maritime Museum of BC is pleased to announce “West Coast Celebration”, the summer art…

Arctic Kingdom is the global leader in land-based travel, custom experiences and logistics in the…

RESERVE NOW – to obtain CRAZY discounts: 15% OFF diving packages** 15% OFF PADI Programs &…

Dubbed the EPIC Adventure (let’s face it, you can only do EPIC stuff with Pirates!)…

A team of UK Armed Forces veterans is launching a project to ‘give back’ to the marine environment that they credit with turning their lives around.

A team of UK Armed Forces veterans is launching a project to ‘give back’ to…

Remotely operated underwater vehicle brings 4K recording and 1080p livestreaming to consumers and professionals with…

Markus and Sabrina return to the US! Visit us at SCUBA SHOW LONG BEACH booth…

Emperor Divers is delighted to announce they have received not one, but two, TripAdvisor Certificates of Excellence for Emperor Marsa Alam and Emperor El Gouna dive centres. The accolade, which honours hospitality excellence, is given only to establishments that consistently achieve outstanding traveller reviews on TripAdvisor.

Emperor Divers is delighted to announce they have received not one, but two, TripAdvisor Certificates…

How many times do you ask yourself, how can I make a difference? I am only one individual!!

Dive community will rally together to break Guinness World Record in Deerfield Beach, Florida, on…

Shearwater Research Inc., is proud to present their first dive watch: The Teric. The Teric…

According to an African proverb (and the Dalai Lama), “If you think you’re too small to make a difference, try sleeping in a closed room with a mosquito.” The saying implies that even when we feel insignificant and powerless, we can create a buzz. But mosquitoes and other tiny critters can literally have a huge impact.

According to an African proverb (and the Dalai Lama), “If you think you’re too small…