Unfold the giant floor map and journey through ocean basins, freshwater ecosystems, and watersheds across Canada. From the Atlantic Gulley to marine protected areas in the Arctic, discover the beauty and wonder of the ocean and inland waters in Canada.
This Giant Floor Map highlights the foundational connections between ourselves and the water that surrounds and sustains us. It is designed to be used as an instructional tool for immersive learning in formal education settings and an engagement tool for the broader public, sparking curiosity about marine conservation efforts in Canada.
A Teacher’s Guide
Background & Activation Guide
DIY Map Activation Poster
The giant floor map is available in two sizes: full size (11m x 8m) and classroom size (8m x 6m) for schools and event/organization reservations.
Our giant floor map is an exciting educational resource for your classroom. Book a map to engage students in ‘boots-to-the-ground’ ocean-water-climate inquiry learning.
If you represent an organization planning an ocean-freshwater event, regional or national, book a map to spark conversations, connection-making, and hands-on engagement.
You can use our immersive Ocean Week Canada map with Augmented Reality when space is limited or if you want to explore the map at home. The app is designed for smart devices such as mobile phones, iPads, and Chromebooks and is free to download. Compatible with Apple and Android devices!
Want to explore the map and learn more about Canada’s Marine Protected Areas? Dive into the interactive digital map on your own computer to spark curiosity and encourage inquiry.
Enhance your classroom with wall posters of the map! Teachers, contact us to order wall posters* for your classroom.
*Limited quantities available