Scientific Diving
Deliver science-driven dive programs worldwide
Since the 1980s, Archipelago has conducted scientific dive programs throughout British Columbia, across Canada, and internationally. To appropriately staff each project, we match vessel types and diver specialists to the specific demands of the work. Our science-focused team includes QEP biologists, and we frequently incorporate subcontracted professional divers into project delivery. Archipelago-led programs have included jet-probing, sediment coring and sampling, as well as surface-supply dive biophysical surveys where SCUBA precludes access.
Scientific Diving services
Biophysical surveys (abundance, distribution, and diversity metrics)
Biodiversity specialists capable of identifying 200+ species
Habitat compensation and offset habitat stability assessments
Species-At-Risk identification and relocation
Sensitive habitat mapping (e.g. eelgrass, kelp, clam beds)
Collection of organisms for tissue sampling
Aquatic life salvage and husbandry
Underwater survey design
Rockfish surveys
Debris surveys and removal
Sediment sampling, coring, and Residuals
Management Cover assessment
