The Program.
Our core Values.
What We Do.
Vichighmarine showcases the original research of students at Victoria High School on the local marine life found off of the shores of Victoria, British Columbia, Canada .  While participating in our Marine Biology 12 course students research creatures housed in our cold-water system and capture images, video, write reports, and create artwork to post on our site.  Our program began in 2007 with a generous donation by the Mitchell Odyssey Foundation.  Since that time our web site and Youtube channel have become a global success and are used by educators around the world. Our images and video are regularly used on TV programs, in scientific journals, online documentaries, and in books.
“Follow us” on Youtube gallery is coming soon!
Involvement
Our students learn about our world’s oceans and foster a compassion for them through education and connecting to members of the community who share their compassion. From helping to care for the marine creatures in our own aquarium, volunteering at the local aquarium, and meeting people working in the field, including past students, our students learn to play an active role in the field of marine biology and marine conservation.
Sharing Research
During the marine biology course at Vic High students are able to research marine life and often take original photos and video that is uploaded to this site and our Youtube channel. This content is shared worldwide and though we only had few visitors when our web site first began in 2007, we now receive over 40,000 visitors each year.
David Young
Science Department at Victoria High School
Captaining The Ship
Since it’s conception in 2007 our teacher David Young has built a fun and highly interactive program for our youth to learn and connect with the local marine life in ways never before.
