DFO Science stories

From Static to Dynamic: S-100 and the Future of Maritime Navigation

In a globally interconnected world, reliable digital hydrographic data are essential to ensuring maritime safety and transportation efficiency, while reducing costs and contributing to a blue economy.

Read more here about how the Canadian Hydrographic Service (CHS) is taking a leading role in advancing S-100 digital datasets.

Mysteries of Ocean Music: Deciphering whale sounds with the help of AI to better understand underwater ecosystems

Across the vast darkness of the ocean, what we can hear may be much more important than what we can see.

Learn more about the science of deciphering whale sounds.

Cruising in Comfort: Ship safety supported by science and technology

Science is at the heart of everything we do! The simple act of a cruise ship passing safely under a bridge can require a significant amount of specialized scientific and technical knowledge.

Learn more about how the Canadian Hydrographic Service’s water levels data is supporting both marine passenger safety and economic activity.