CoastSmart

07/30/2026

Help us improve coastal safety messaging in the Pacific Rim Region! CoastSmart is running a survey from July 28 to September 15, 2026 for visitors, residents, and local businesses to help gain insight on messaging in our communities.

Your participation is completely voluntary, and all data will be anonymously and securely stored, if you would like us to follow up with you please leave your contact information on the last page. Thank you!

To complete the survey, please follow the QR code on the second page or here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdb6U4pZnVGznfot9_0wt3x09lNSignl4I7eOG-ocfg2Fi8JQ/viewform

Be CoastSmart. Find out how at CoastSmart.ca

07/25/2026

🌊 Today is !

Join Parks Canada and the Coastal Stewards Team at Long Beach from 10 AM to 3 PM for some fun, interactive activities. You’ll have a blast and learn a ton about water safety!

Be a part of the collective effort! Come join us and get at CoastSmart.ca and !

02/19/2026

Have you observed or been caught in a rip current at Pacific Rim National Park Reserve? A team at the University of Victoria is conducting research regarding visual indicators of rip current strength and requests your input!

Click the link in our bio or scan the QR code on the second slide to submit the survey.

If you have any questions about the research, please reach out to [email protected]

A note from the researchers: “We are a University of Victoria team researching the rip currents at Pacific Rim National Park. Our goal is to determine how the incoming wave field impacts the occurrence, speed, and strength of the rip currents at various locations in the park. Part of our research uses visual observations of the rip current strength.”

For more information on Rip Currents, visit www.coastsmart.ca

01/30/2026

Strong winds, swell, and heavy rains continuing into today!

Remember to stay

01/04/2026

01/02/2026

⚠️King Tides and Coastal Flooding January 1-5, 2026

Visitors should expect exceptionally high tides for the next 5 days during midday hours. When combined with strong winds, powerful waves, and/or storm surge, this combination can create hazardous beach conditions.

Plan your activities according to the tides and observe conditions closely before you step out onto the beach.

Shore users are advised to stay well back from the water’s edge especially along beaches, rocky shorelines or islands and during high tides when logs may roll on the beach or float in the surf.

For more information: https://ow.ly/3GwQ50XQJjr

and always be

Visit CoastSmart.ca to learn more about coastal safety and where to go to enjoy storms safely.

11/07/2025

With king tides continuing into noontime today, here are a few safety tips to help you stay prepared!

🌊 Be aware of unpredictable waves: Also known as “surge” or “sneaker waves” because they surprise people by appearing without warning. With king tides, they often surge high up on the beach or rocks with deadly force.

⚠️Avoid beaches, cliffs, and trails close to the ocean: Beach flooding can happen any time waves come ashore, and occur more often during king tides. With beach flooding can also come trail flooding and moving logs.

🌊Observe from a distance: There are many viewing platforms and indoor areas that make for great (and safe) storm watching!

⛔️ Obey all warnings and closures: These are put in place to keep you and your family safe!

🌊Never underestimate the ocean.

Learn more at CoastSmart.ca

07/24/2025

Tomorrow is World Drowning Prevention Day, a global reminder that simple safety steps save lives!

Join Pacific Rim National Park Reserve’s Coastal Stewards on July 25th for family-friendly activities and information on staying safe near and in the water.

Event info:
Friday, July 25th, 10am-3:30pm
Long Beach, Pacific Rim National Park Reserve

Learn more at CoastSmart.ca

06/22/2025

🌊 Dive into family fun with Coastal Water Safety in mind! Ensure everyone’s safety on your adventures by keeping a watchful eye on the kiddos, reviewing those tide charts, and always facing the ocean.

Learn more at CoastSmart.ca