Ocean-based industries generate $13.5 billion towards BC's annual GDP, but natural capital (storm protection, carbon sequestration, abundant seafood, etc.) is valued at $101 billion in the Great Bear Sea alone. David Suzuki Foundation report emphasizes the importance of a healthy marine environment to BC's economy and encourages invesment in marine planning.

Edited by Richard Beamish and Gordon McFarlane (Harbour Publishing, 2014). The body of water between BC's mainland and Vancouver Island is as rich in history as it is in marine life. A variety of experts author chapters on everything from the Strait's geology and geography to the impact of climate change and human actions. Read the Vancouver Sun review.

By Clive Finlayson (Oxford University Press, 2014). Biologist and palaeontologist puts forth an evolution theory based on the idea that homo sapiens' spread around the world was driven by climate change and access to fresh water.

By Wendy J. Pabich (Sasquatch Books, 2012). The author documents her challenge to reduce her personal water footprint, delivering humourous anecdotes along the way as she succeds through trial and error.