Book Talk: Fishes of the Strait of Georgia

Wednesday, May 20th | 6:30–8:30 PM 
Free Admission | Reservation Required 

Just beyond our shoreline lies a world most of us rarely see—but one that is vital, vibrant, and increasingly vulnerable. 

Join us for an engaging evening with renowned marine biologists Dick Beamish and Jeff Marliave as they dive into their remarkable new book, Fishes of the Strait of Georgia. Through captivating storytelling and scientific insight, they bring to life the extraordinary diversity of fish species inhabiting the waters many of us pass by every day. 

Home to nearly three-quarters of British Columbians, the Strait of Georgia is often overlooked—its surface familiar, its depths largely unknown. Yet beneath the waves exists a complex ecosystem teeming with life, from newly evolved flounders to ancient lampreys with a lineage stretching back over 360 million years. 

Drawing from decades of research, Beamish and Marliave introduce audiences to 243 species through vivid, accessible “biographies” that will fascinate both seasoned ocean enthusiasts and curious newcomers alike. Their work not only reveals the hidden richness of our coastal waters, but also underscores the growing urgency to understand and protect this fragile ecosystem in the face of climate change and overfishing. 

Whether you live by the coast, travel its waters, or simply want to better understand the natural world around you, this talk offers a rare opportunity to see the Strait of Georgia in a whole new light. 

Reserve your free spot today and discover the stories swimming just beneath the surface.