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Huntsman Research Breeding & Genetics Taxonomy Toxicology Animal Health Ocean Assets Visiting Scientist Program More Animal Health Aquatic pathogens and parasites must be addressed to ensure aquatic food production and security. Our ability to maintain an array of finfish and shellfish species and life stages in freshwater and natural seawater allows us to customize study designs – focused on efficacy, target animal safety, residue depletion, and regulatory data collection – that tackle the most pressing aquatic animal health issues of our time. Contact Ehab Misk Dr. Ehab Misk was installed as the New Brunswick Innovation Research Chair in Aquatic Biosciences in 2018 when he joined the Huntsman Marine Science Centre as a Research Scientist with a focus on aquatic animal health. Ehab has specific research interests focused on pathobiology, immunology, host-pathogen interaction of many important aquatic microbial, viral, fungal, and parasitic fish pathogens, and challenge model development. In his time with Huntsman, he has been involved in numerous applied research projects focused on fish health implications from innovative aquaculture technologies and various pharmaceutical projects associated with in-vitro/in-vivo efficacy, tissue residue depletion, and target animal safety of novel pharmaceutical ingredients. His studies have included a broad cross section of production species, including Atlantic salmon, lumpfish, sea urchins and glass eels, and various pathogens/parasites. A team of dedicated technical staff supports our Aquatic Animal Health research to maintain pathogens and parasites, conduct experimental challenges, collect samples, and perform laboratory analysis. If you are inspired to support Huntsman Breeding & Genetics research, advancement of food production, or graduate student research at Huntsman then please donate or choose other ways to support the Huntsman mission today! RESEARCH HIGHLIGHT Our company – RPS Biologiques – is focused on becoming a leader in developing safe, all natural, fish health products for use in the aquaculture sector. We recently received two Notification Numbers from the Health Canada Veterinary Drugs Directorate (VDD) for our Veterinary Health Products (VHP), Supratect-L and Supratect-P thereby allowing marketing and sales in Canada. We wish to thank the professional conduct of the Huntsman staff to complete the validation testing for these products in support of our Health Canada submission and to make this significant step possible for our company. Dr. Subrata Chowdhury, CEO, RPS Biologiques Customized Aquatic Animal Health Research Novel Drug Pesticide Regulatory Approval Studies Aquatic Species and Life Stages Facilities Equipment Example Projects Collaboration with Academia Selected Recent Publications Customized Aquatic Animal Health Research Huntsman facilities are very well equipped to support the project in life phase, required tissue collection, and statistical analysis and reporting. We work closely with several analytical laboratories located across Canada, US and Europe where we send samples, primarily various tissue and mixed medicated feed, using professional courier services who ensure the samples arrive meeting the needs of the study. Our Aquatic Animal Health research are broadly grouped into three major categories. Collecting required regulatory datasets to support submissions to acquire approval for sale of new drugs and pesticides within food fish production. These studies primarily focus on efficacy, target animal safety and tissue residue depletion with numerous permutations on these specific themes completed over the years to address specific regulatory agency questions. These studies have been deployed in support of numerous regional biotechnology to large multinational pharmaceutical companies with our efforts positioning the Huntsman as the leading research organization in Canada focused on sea lice treatment options. Enhancing aquatic animal welfare. Numerous products have been developed with the intent to increase aquatic animal welfare, especially in production settings. Companies developing these biotechnology or engineering advances have often chosen the Huntsman to measure various parameters that may elucidate improvements in animal welfare. In biotechnology, these studies have explored novel natural products to enhance the holding environment conditions, while engineered technologies have documented the effects of a high oxygen environment to new fish handling strategies. Study end points often range from immunological assays, stress markers, and biological responses, such as growth and feeding rates, survival and behavioral responses, including the return to feed time after handling. Challenging individuals and families with pathogens to support selective breeding programs. These family based studies are designed in collaboration with our Breeding & Genetics expertise to ensure appropriate challenges are developed that allows estimates of heritability and breeding values for disease resistance and efficient selection to occur. Novel Drug and Pesticide Regulatory Approval Studies Many of our Study Sponsors begin their journeys to register a novel Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient (API) or pesticide with national regulatory bodies by discussing their product with the Huntsman and we are often able to serve as a one-stop shop to collect the necessary datasets to address regulatory questions through a series of relevant studies. Our aquatic animal health studies are conducted to meet the principles of Good Laboratory Practices with regards to project management, documentation, quality assurance, and archiving samples and study records. Formulation Acceptance An initial study may begin to explore target animal acceptance of the desirable formulation (including carrier) with the anticipated target dose. Our facilities and expertise has explored these fundamental questions – often testing a range of formulations and doses to ensure palatability is not a concern – as the Study Sponsor must be sure that the medicated feed will be consumed for efficacy to occur. Efficacy Controlled challenges using repeatable and reliable infection models are essential to demonstrate that efficacy is indeed occurring to treat fish with the applied medicated feed or bath solution. Huntsman excels in completing large scale studies involving sea lice (primarily Lepeophtheirus salmonis) infestations or Saprolegniaspore infections to complete efficacy related studies. Other infection models are available or may be developed to meet the specific study needs. Target Animal Safety Safety of the novel product in feed or bath solution is a paramount concern from an animal welfare perspective. New in feed treatments are often tested according to guidelines of standard regulatory bodies by providing medicated feed at higher doses and a longer duration to ensure animal safety. A similar approach may be taken to determine the safety of bath treatments, in-feed, or a novel vaccine with regards to increased concentration and duration. Tissues Residue Depletion Human consumption of food fish must demonstrate a sufficient tissue residue depletion before the treated fish enters our food supply. Huntsman studies explore residue depletion by medicating according to the label requirements then sampling fish over an extended period (sometimes up to 6 months after treatment) to determine the residue depletion over time. Fish sizes and different water temperature regimes are also often compared at the request of regulatory reviewers. Environmental Effects Huntsman expertise is often involved in monitoring environmental effects after all of the earlier rigorous studies have provided favorable results related to efficacy, safety and residue depletion. Exploring the potential effects on non-target species. Our Aquatic Toxicology capacity is often requested to study these potential effects in controlled laboratory settings. A predominant study design involves American lobster life stages and new anti-sea lice in feed or bath treatments. A new drug or pesticide may require further study to monitor the potential environmental impact in field conditions following commercial scale use of a new treatment option farm. Our Taxonomy & Biodiversity expertise has completed freshwater and marine sampling transects throughout Atlantic Canada in support of these environmental monitoring studies when required. Aquatic Species and Life Stages Reliable aquatic animal health studies must have access to healthy individuals of the target aquatic species and life stage to appropriately study variables that may be affecting the overall health of the individuals studied. Huntsman has extensive infrastructure that was designed to provide optimal growing and spawning conditions for a suite of freshwater and seawater fish and invertebrates. These same resources offer an exceptional advantage to also support aquatic animal health research as the required organisms and life stages are produced specifically for entry to each animal health study. Our specific aquatic animal health activities are largely focused on regionally important species to increase productivity and overall animal welfare. Atlantic salmon and other salmonids By far, Huntsman involvement in aquatic animal health studies has involved salmonids, such as Atlantic salmon, rainbow trout, Arctic charr and brook trout. Various freshwater early life stages are seasonally available for each of these species while we also have the capacity to hold fish upwards of 5 kg for adult studies in seawater, brackish or freshwater conditions. Lumpfish A recent priority species in fish farming operations are the lumpfish as large numbers are deployed to Atlantic salmon sea cages as cleanerfish as a natural treatment option to remove sea lice. Our studies to date have explored production methods, pathogen resistance and the prevelance of various deformities on overall animal health. Atlantic cod Huntsman maintains wild captured broodstock Atlantic cod that are fed a natural diet throughout the year to ensure conditioning for annual maturation and collection of gametes. Our animal health studies in the past have supported commercialization efforts with Atlantic cod and involved specific pathogen challenge models. Sea urchins A commercial fishery exists throughout the Atlantic provinces and Quebec, primarily using diving practices, for the green sea urchin (marketed as “roe” or uni in the Japanese marketplace). We support local operations having an interest in maintaining commercial-scale populations of sea urchins in captive holding conditions. American lobster This crustacean species supports an industry throughout all four Canadian Atlantic provinces with a landed value of more than $1B. We have extensive experience holding and raising all life stages of the American lobster to support a broad array of studies focused on production methods and overall animal welfare. Facilities Huntsman has extensive facilities to support numerous concurrent aquatic animal health studies. Our facilities are focused heavily on supporting the in life phase of aquatic animal health studies. Two dedicated controlled access wet laboratory spaces with: Water temperature control to provide two different temperatures concurrently ranging 2-12 ± 1°C each Individual tank specific swirl separators that allow uneaten feed collection to accurately feed rates and determine an end to the acclimation period based on fish return to feed Up to 16 x 1.3 m3 tanks within one controlled wet lab and various tank configurations in the other to allow sufficient replication of numerous treatments Dedicated mortality processing and sample collection laboratory with necropsy table and pass through window to transfer collected samples to the adjacent fish health laboratory in a biosecure manner. The laboratory is equipped with tools to complete postmortem examination and sample collection for microscopy, cryogenic tissue processing, and bacteriology. Fish health laboratory equipped with a biological safety cabinet, autoclave, incubators, centrifuges, freezers, qPCR, electrophoresis, plate reader with the capacity to conduct immunoassays, pathogen load, gene expression, molecular diagnostics, and more. Several live animal holding laboratories with independent recirculating aquaculture systems, temperature control, dechlorinated freshwater or natural full salinity seawater availability, and various tank types and sizes, which are typically used for holding broodstock or animals for extended monitoring periods. Support facilities on campus with dedicated biosecure and controlled access for dry food storage and tissue sample archive. Equipment Huntsman has a host of specialized equipment that has been acquired to collect reliable data and measure traits of interest for a specific broodstock program. Biological safety cabinet provides a safe and enclosed, and clean ventilated laboratory workspace to work with bacterial isolates and clean cultures. Incubators with various capacities and volumes for storage and growth of bacteria plates and tubes for later identification and further inclusion of pathogens in studies. Autoclave to provide sterilization of laboratory items and waste to support our studies. qPCR to measure pathogen loads in tissues and relative gene expression in a wide range of different marine organisms. Epoch 2 microplate spectrophotometer to conduct various bioassays of relevance to support studies as end points, including immunological responses, enzyme activity, etc. Microscopy including numerous stereo (dissecting) and compound microscopes, coupled with inverted and fluorescence microscopy, with still and video imaging and analysis capacity and digital measurement equipment. General laboratory capacity including a suite of equipment (predominantly GLP-compliant) to support research projects including: including electrophoresis, tissue disruptor, vortex, heat blocks, shakers, benchtop water distiller, 3-point and 5-point microscale balances, range of calibrated pipettes, drying oven, fume hoods, range of glassware, stir plates, various centrifuges and series of mixers. Numerous other equipment items that are not typically used in aquatic animal health are available from other Huntsman research disciplines. Example Projects Below is a sample listing of past and ongoing projects to give an overview of how we have deployed our expertise in Aquatic Health to support our Study Sponsors. Study Title Efficacy Effect of a novel bath product to prevent Saprolegnia infection in Atlantic salmon Sponsor* - RPS Biologiques Efficacy of a new in feed treatment against sea lice infestation on Atlantic salmon Sponsor* - Commercial Target Animal Safety Use of the EAF standard method to determine safety of a persistent water treatment conditioner Sponsor* - Commercial Safety of lumpfish following exposure to a new Atlantic salmon anti-sea lice pesticide Sponsor* - Commercial Tissue Residue Depletion Fillet concentration following label dose over different durations of treatment Sponsor* - Commercial Residue depletion comparison between post-smolt and adult Atlantic salmon Sponsor* - Commercial Animal Welfare Effect of a high oxygen environment on Atlantic salmon production metrics in simulated hatchery conditions Sponsor* - GIS Gas Infusion Systems Measurement of stress indicators following Atlantic salmon handling Sponsor* - Commercial Immunological Response following Treatment Measuring the specific immune response following receipt of a candidate sea lice vaccine Sponsor* - Commercial Effects of a new vaccine adjuvant on immune response in Atlantic salmon Commercial * Sponsors listed by name have previously provided such disclosure on their own or co-authored a publication resulting from the study. Collaborations with Academia We conduct research on a wide variety of Aquatic Animal Health topics. At times, we have the privilege of collaborating with academic colleagues by serving on student committees, participating in their projects with our expertise, and publishing research results together. Recent examples of our collaborative academic research in Aquatic Animal Health include: Metabolic effects of long-term hyperoxic rearing and normoxic recover in farmed Atlantic salmon (Mount Allison University). The innate immune responses of Rainbow trout gill epithelium (RTgill-W1) to ultraviolet-inactivated VHSV and FliC and to rhabdovirus infection (University of Guelph). Selected Recent Publications Huntsman has always had a strong desire to conduct our own innovative research and contribute to the peer-reviewed literature. This tradition is exemplified by the more than 500 peer-reviewed marine science publications supported by our facilities and expertise to advance scientific knowledge. Our research in Aquatic Animal Health continues to be published today as observed by this sample list of recent publications: Pham, P.H., E. Misk, F. Papazotos, G. Jones, M.P. Polinski, E. Contador, S. Russell, K.A. Garver, J.S. Lumsden and N.C. Bols. 2020. Screening of fish cell lines for piscine orthoreovirus-1 (PRV-1) amplification: Identification of the non-supportive PRV-1 invitrome. Pathogens 9: 833. Liu, J., J. Balmori-Cedeno, E. Misk and J.S. Lumsden. 2020. Pharmacological and nutritional modulation of autophagy in a rainbow trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss) gill cell line, RTgill-W1. In Vitro Cellular & Developmental Biology – Animal. Balmori-Cedeno, J., J.-T. Liu, E. Misk, B. Lillie and J.S. Lumsden. 2019. Autophagy-related genes in rainbow trout Oncorhynchus mykiss (Walbaum) gill epithelial cells and their role in nutrient restriction. Journal of Fish Diseases 42: 30-38. Pham, P.H., B.S.H. Sokeechand, M.E. Hamilton, E. Misk, G. Jones, L.E.J. Lee, J.S. Lumsden and N.C. Bols. 2019. VER-155008 induced Hsp70 proteins expression in fish cell cultures while impeding replication of two RNA viruses. Antiviral Research 162: 151-162. Marcos-Lopez, M., T.B. Waltzek, R.P. Hedrick, D. Baxa, A.F. Garber, R. Liston, E. Johnson, B. Forward, S. Backman and H.W. Ferguson. 2012. Characterization of a novel alloherpesvirus from Atlantic cod (Gadus morhua). Journal of Veterinary Diagnostic Investigation 24: 65-73.

Impact Spotlights The Huntsman Marine Science Centre conducts more than 50 professional in-life and taxonomic research projects every year with about half of these completed for private sector Study Sponsors and the remainder mostly collecting data for federal government departments. Our education programs engage nearly 2,000 students each year with more than 75,000 students attending Huntsman Marine programs since 1969. We are recognized for deploying our education and research assets to effect positive change through engaging outreach initiatives that benefit our marine environment and oceans economy. Collectively, all of these activities provide tremendous impact in our coastal communities each and every day – Huntsman Marine education programs enhance student opportunities, our outreach activities impact ocean conservation efforts, and we witness our research results used throughout our working waterfront. OceanSteamCourses

Huntsman Research Breeding & Genetics Taxonomy Toxicology Animal Health Ocean Assets Visiting Scientist Program More Huntsman Research Huntsman is unique in Canada as an ocean focused social enterprise that also serves as a best-in-class aquatic Contract Research Organization. After more than 50 years, Huntsman continues to create a significant impact through world-class aquatic research, as exemplified by the more than 500 peer-reviewed marine science publications supported by our facilities and expertise. We started to write our aquatic research history in 1974. Our efforts have resulted in seminal literature, multiple Awards of Excellence, and many new species first described to science. Today, research conducted by the Huntsman – within our Aquatic Biosciences department – has a primary focus on breeding & genetics , taxonomy & biodiversity , aquatic toxicology , and aquatic animal health . Our professional research staff provide contract research services to local, regional, national, and global Study Sponsors operating in sectors of the ocean economy including, but not limited to, aquaculture production, animal health, oil production and shipping, chemical supply, pulp and paper, environmental consulting, government, and academia. Huntsman research facilities are spread across nine buildings located on our nearly 22.25 hectares (55 total acres) of land in beautiful Saint Andrews by-the-Sea, New Brunswick, Canada. Our dry laboratories are well-appointed to support our study needs with extensive tissue sampling, microscopy, bacteriology, and tissue/data archiving capacity. Our wet laboratory spaces are unmatched throughout the Atlantic region with more than 4,180 covered square meters (45,000 square feet), supplied with pumped natural seawater and freshwater. We have the capacity to maintain many aquatic species in stable cultures, access target life stages for research, produce commercial-scale quantities of live feed, and co-own and curate a 150,000+ lot natural history museum of Atlantic specimens. Huntsman believes in your purpose and wants to be a part of your solution as it relates to the sustainable use of ocean resources. You can expect the highest level of professional conduct from our Aquatic Biosciences department. Our Study Sponsors also recognize that they are making an invaluable contribution towards the Huntsman mission: to deliver programs in marine education , community outreach and collaborative research. This gives our Study Sponsors a sense of paying it forward, knowing that Huntsman is deploying our resources to better our blue planet! We welcome you to explore our website to learn who we are, what we stand for, and see our mission in action to ensure a sustainable future for our coastal communities and ocean resources. And, of course, reach out to discuss your aquatic research needs. We are certain that we have a solution waiting! If you, too, are inspired to support graduate student research at Huntsman then please donate today or choose other ways to support the Huntsman mission today! Huntsman Research Timeline 1994 Transgenic Atlantic salmon raised for A/F Protein (Canada) Inc. matured to allow spawning and study the heritability of enhanced growth traits. Huntsman production of transgenic Atlantic salmon and maintenance of a number of brood lines continued to 2004 when these fish were transferred to a dedicated facility belonging to Aqua Bounty Canada in Prince Edward Island. 1986 A seawater aquaculture grow-out site was established in Brandy Cove (just offshore from the Huntsman Lower Campus) as a business/technology innovation centre to test new cage designs and evaluate Atlantic salmon diets for Moore-Clark Co. (Canada) as one of Canada’s leading aquaculture feed companies. A consortium of 20 universities and several government departments came together to form the Huntsman Marine Laboratory (name changed to The Huntsman Marine Science Centre in 1987) as a completely separate, federally incorporated, non-profit, registered charitable organization to become a “co-operative venture in learning.” Decades later we now refer to this as a social enterprise . 1969 RECOGNITION: Atlantic Reference Centre recipient of the Visionary Award for a New Brunswick organization from the Gulf of Maine Council on the Marine Environment in recognition of its collections and research services. CAPACITY: Seawater system upgrade completed to provide up to 1,000 US Gallons Per Minute of natural seawater. 2009 CAPACITY: New seawater supply system commissioned to provide our research and Fundy Discovery Aquarium operations with up to 3000 US Gallons Per Minute of natural seawater funded by ACOA, Province of New Brunswick and Huntsman. 2017 2001 CAPACITY: Construction of wastewater effluent ponds. 2013 BREEDING & GENETICS: Established as the Canadian east coast operational hub to maintain cryopreserved milt for Canada Cryogenetics Services Inc. 1974 Contract research at the Huntsman began with responsibility to manage and maintain the North American Salmon Research Centre (NASRC), which was built by the International Atlantic Salmon Foundation (presently ASF) from private funding with operating funds provided by the Department of Fisheries and Environment, Fisheries and Marine Service (presently DFO). Initial efforts ran for a decade to evaluate genetic selection as a tool for increasing the adult return rate in sea ranching efforts. 1977 Established the Larval Fish Laboratory at the Huntsman and a key precursor for the eventual Atlantic Reference Centre partnership between Huntsman and Fisheries & Oceans Canada. 1988 “Atlantic Fishes of Canada” published by Bev and Milly Scott from their extensive curatorial research completed at the Huntsman – a book still seen as the preeminent Canadian fish-bible by professionals to this day. Sea lice research began at Huntsman with initial studies focused on the biology of three species of sea lice – Caligus curtus, Caligus elongatus and Lepeophtheirus salmonis – from Atlantic salmon cultured in marine waters of the lower Bay of Fundy. 1989 St. Andrews Bird Banding Station commences to monitor songbird migrations through the area and now the longest running bird banding station in New Brunswick. 1995 Completed construction of the Christofor Research Laboratory built with funds from the Sir James Dunn Foundation and equipped with funds from ACOA. Huntsman established a site on the World Wide Web with the help of the University of New Brunswick. 1997 Initiated the Atlantic Salmon Broodstock Development Program, managed by the Huntsman, as a cooperative program between several leading Atlantic salmon farming companies and government agencies to improve performance of farm raised salmon through genetic selection. This program formed the basis for the present Cooke Aquaculture Atlantic salmon broodstock program following industry consolidation. 1998 Addition of two large Quonset buildings to accommodate increasing aquaculture activities at the Huntsman focused on sturgeon and halibut. Established a Huntsman Montreal office, with funding from Science Culture Canada, and in association with the Redpath Museum at McGill University to provide information and resource materials for Montreal area teachers and implement an in-class program similar to our success in New Brunswick. This effort was short lived with the office closing in 1991 but demonstrated the potential to export the Huntsman model elsewhere. 2006 TAXONOMY & BIODIVERSITY: Established as the Atlantic Office for the global Census of Marine Life's (CoML) nearshore ocean monitoring network for NaGISA until the program wrapped up in 2010. BREEDING & GENETICS: Atlantic cod genomics project launched with pending anticipated investments in facilities and personnel. A consortium of 20 universities and several government departments came together to form the Huntsman Marine Laboratory (name changed to The Huntsman Marine Science Centre in 1987) as a completely separate, federally incorporated, non-profit, registered charitable organization to become a “co-operative venture in learning.” Decades later we now refer to this as a social enterprise. 2007 CAPACITY: Oceans Tomorrow fundraising campaign launched and culminates with the opening of the Fundy Discovery Aquarium. BREEDING & GENETICS: Launch of the Huntsman led Atlantic salmon broodstock program, which has since evolved to be the cornerstone for the pedigreed selective breeding program for Mowi Canada East operations, with ACOA and industry funding and resulting in significant broodstock related instrumentation upgrades. 2010 2012 BREEDING & GENETICS: First application of sea lice infestation model to challenge the 2010 fertilized year class of Atlantic salmon within a pedigreed selective breeding. Every year class since has been challenged with sea lice using the same consistent challenge model. 2011 AQUATIC ANIMAL HEALTH: Closed the life cycle of the Atlantic salmon sea lice ectoparasite to consistently supply the infectious life stage for use in research. Huntsman remains the lead supplier of copepodids for research by academic and private facilities throughout Atlantic Canada. 2014 AQUATIC TOXICOLOGY: Adult American lobster oral gavage standarized method developed for consistent studies across compounds by Huntsman, particularly for medicated feed exposures. 2015 RECOGNITION: Huntsman awarded with a New Brunswick Innovation Research Chair in Aquatic Biosciences position with a focus on aquatic animal health research. AQUATIC TOXICOLOGY: Environmental Studies Research Fund project launched to study the effects of offshore Newfoundland oil and dispersants thereby establishing Huntsman as a credible global laboratory for oil spill toxicology research. BREEDING & GENETICS: First commercial harvest evaluation completed to assess dozens of production and fitness traits following commercial grow-out to support an Atlantic salmon pedigreed selective breeding program. 1992 Opened the modern Atlantic Reference Centre facility on the adjacent St. Andrews Biological Station property with funding from Fisheries & Oceans Canada. The facility still houses the collections today with compactor shelving and proper ventilation while providing space for staff to complete sample processing and research until these operations were moved to our own dedicated Huntsman Taxonomy & Biodiversity laboratory space in 2020. CAPACITY: R/V Fundy Spray commissioned for use by the Huntsman thereby replacing the R/V W.B. Scott . CAPACITY: Opened new dedicated marine fish production facility (BioCentre) with extensive capacity to support family-based broodstock activities and large-scale live feed production through a Genome Canada and industry funded project. 2008 RECOGNITION: Dr. Amber Garber honoured by receiving the New Brunswick R3 Innovator Awards for her scientific leadership in the Atlantic salmon selective breeding program at the Huntsman alongside industry partner Northern Harvest Sea Farms. AQUATIC ANIMAL HEALTH: Opened new bacteriology and advanced tissue sampling laboratories to add capacity to our research offering. 2016 AQUATIC TOXICOLOGY: Standardized exposure method for early life stages (Stages I-III) developed to test toxicology of various environmental contaminants thereby increasing local relevance of Huntsman research capacity. AQUATIC TOXICOLOGY: Huntsman chosen as lead toxicology partner in the Fisheries & Oceans Canada Ocean's Protection Plan MPRI program to study ship source oil spill effects following deployment of response measures. 2018 AQUATIC ANIMAL HEALTH: Three years of Huntsman research for RPS Biologiques culminated with their receiving Health Canada approval for Supratect® to provide optimal fish health. The product was the first natural fish health product to receive approval in Canada through the Veterinary Health Products notification program. AQUATIC ANIMAL HEALTH: Developed standard challenge model for Saprolegnia infection in fish. BREEDING & GENETICS: Established standardized chronic thermal challenge in seawater (ITMax) to allow testing of individuals and families for genetic selection in a warming environment due to climate change. 2019 BREEDING & GENETICS: Signed 10-year contract with Mowi Canada East to support their family breeding program efforts. CAPACITY: Consolidated our research focused departments into a single Aquatic Biosciences department to better deploy all of our resources together. TAXONOMY & BIODIVERSITY: Open new research laboratory with Huntsman funds. RECOGNITION: Dr. Ben de Jourdan recognized as the 2020 Star Mentor of the Year within the Institution category by the New Brunswick Innovation Foundation R3 awards. 2020 1984 Created the Atlantic Reference Centre – a joint venture consolidating the Huntsman Ichthyoplankton Laboratory and Fisheries & Oceans Canada Identification Centre – as a natural history museum of aquatic organisms primarily from Atlantic Canada and a centre for research in biodiversity, evolution, ecology and applied science. The Salmon Genetics Research Program moved to the Huntsman campus and shifted from sea ranching to the salmon aquaculture industry in the Bay of Fundy with six New Brunswick strains of Atlantic salmon raised in sea cages and assessed for performance. As a result of those trials, the Saint John River Atlantic salmon stock became the preferred strain for local farming and is still used in aquaculture today.

Huntsman Conservation #DebrisFreeFundy Marine Protected Areas Marine Invasive Species Environmental Monitoring Citizen Scientist Bird Banding More #DebrisFreeFundy Every year we proudly remove and recycle more than 6,800 kg (15,000 pounds) of unwanted rope, organize teams of volunteers to complete numerous shoreline cleanups, and host more than a dozen rope repurposing workshops as part of our #DebrisFreeFundy initiative. The Huntsman lead #DebrisFreeFundy initiative engages fishing associations, fish farmers, provincial & federal levels of government, coastal businesses and concerned citizens in efforts to reduce and remove marine debris, plastics and other waste from the Bay of Fundy. We are grateful for past and present funding for aspects of the #DebrisFreeFundy initiative from the NB Environmental Trust Fund, Fisheries & Oceans Canada, U.S. National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration, Canadian Plastics Industry Association, private donors, program participants and The Huntsman Marine Science Centre. If you are inspired to support Huntsman efforts towards a #DebrisFreeFundy then please donate or choose other ways to support the Huntsman mission today! Marine Debris Strategy Action Committee Rope Recycling Public Engagement & Education Rope Repurposing Workshops #DFF Student Art Contest Huntsman Gift Shop Resources Marine Debris Strategy Action Committee Our regional efforts engage key partners through the Marine Debris Strategy Action Committee (MDSAC), comprised of industry, provincial & federal levels of government and not-for-profit organizations, working together to move forward with marine debris reduction strategies in southwest New Brunswick. Our present efforts are guided by a 5-year strategic plan (2018-2022) to achieve three objectives: Active and effective removal of marine debris, Minimize inputs of marine debris, and Maximize education and awareness of marine debris issues and encourage participation in marine debris reduction efforts.

Fundy Discovery Aquarium Visitor Information Accessibility Season Pass/Membership Experiences Arts & Culture Gift Shop More Visitor Information Location Admissions Hours Family Activities Hop-on Hop-off Bus Creature Features FAQs The Fundy Discovery Aquarium is located at the mouth of the Bay of Fundy and perfectly positioned to access one of the world’s most biologically productive ecosystems. Our tides are the highest in the world, shifting every six hours to transform the landscape all around us, and exposing the intertidal life for us to explore. Huntsman welcomes nearly 40,000 guests each and every year. Many explorers are day trippers looking to get away from their busy city life while others are vacationers to our beautiful seaside resort community of Saint Andrews by-the-Sea. The Fundy Discovery Aquarium greets most of our guests during the warm summer season but our facility also hosts family and adult activities all year round as we play an integral role within our active community. Location Fundy Discovery Aquarium is located at 1 Lower Campus Road, Saint Andrews, NB E5B 2L7 and just a few minutes drive from downtown St. Andrews. Turn off of Highway 127, coming from St. Stephen/Fredericton, onto Marine Science Drive then drive straight, part way down a hill and turn right onto Lower Campus Road (just prior to the gates for entry to the Fisheries & Oceans Canada St. Andrews Biological Station). Free parking is provided while you visit the Fundy Discovery Aquarium within our own ample parking lot. Directions Admissions General admission provides access to Fundy Discovery Aquarium galleries and exhibits, Crabtree Seal Habitat, Dunn Theatre, and outdoor spaces, including beautiful grounds, play area and beach access when our tides allow. Tickets may be purchased online in advance of your visit or upon entry to the Fundy Discovery Aquarium. 2026 Summer Season Admission Rates: Adult $20 +HST (& online booking fees) Senior/Student (Ages 65+ or Student ID) $18 +HST (& online booking fees) Child (Ages 4 – 17) $14 +HST (& online booking fees) Infant (Ages 0 – 3) FREE Family (2 adults + up to 3 dependent children) $55 +HST (& online booking fees) 2026 Private Guided Tour Admission Rates: Private tours may be booked year round for $25 per person (+ HST) based on staff availability by calling 506-529-1200. Private Guided Tours last for about 1 hr and includes an all-day pass to explore on your own during our regular open hours or limited self-exploration time during our closed season. Minimum tour participation is 5 guests or charged $125 +HST. Private Guided Tours are tailored to the age and/or interest level of the participants. 2026 Group Discount: Groups of 20 or more individuals for regular visitation or private guided tours will receive 10% discount off their admission to the Fundy Discovery Aquarium. Book Now Huntsman Members: FREE Become a Member today ! Location Admissions Hours Hours March Break 2026: Open daily 9:30 am – 4:30 pm from Saturday February 28, 2026 – March 8, 2026 Summer 2026: Open daily 9:30 am – 4:30 pm from Saturday May 16, 2026 to Sunday September 6, 2026 Fall 2026: Open Thursday to Sunday 9:30 am – 4:30 pm from September 10, 2026 to October 11, 2026 Private Guided Tours: Available year round based on staff availability by calling 506-529-1200 to book Family Fun Bus Family Fun Activities The Fundy Discovery Aquarium is proud to be the OFFICIAL SPONSOR of FAMILY FUN ACTIVITIES in St. Andrews by-the-Sea in 2026! Mark your calendar from our complete list of themes below, beginning with March Break and our harp seal birthday parties, as you plan to explore St. Andrews. Purchase an Individual or Family Season Pass so you can enter the Fundy Discovery Aquarium every day that we are open and enjoy all activities for FREE! Every week during our tourism season will have a new theme with a mix of activities scheduled throughout each day, such as face painting, games, special guests, children giveaways and more. Follow our Facebook page to see daily and weekly activity details! Feb 28 - Mar 8 – Marine March Break with Harp Seal Birthdays May 15 – Season Passholder/Member Sneak Peek! May 16-18 – Opening Weekend Party May 19-24 – Land & Sea Biodiversity May 25-31 – Fin-tastic Fish Days June 1-8 – World Ocean Day Celebration June 9-14 – Totally Turtles June 15-21 – Seashell-ebration June 22-28 – Snorkel’s Snazzy 20th Birthday Celebration June 29 - July 5 – Gull About Seabirds July 6-12 – Jaw-some Sharks July 13-19 – 4th Annual Fundy Pirate Fest July 20-26 – Nature Conservation Days July 27 - August 2 – Lighthouse Heritage August 3-9 – Plankton Up Close! August 10-16 – Peep into the Deep August 17-23 – Huntsman Marine 57th Anniversary August 24-30 – Fundy Superpowers August 31 - September 6 – Sand-sational Beach Party September 10-13 – 4th Annual Fundy Whale Fest September 17-20 – Mystical Mermaids September 24-27 – Clawsome Lobsters October 1-4 – World Animal Day October 8-11 – Fossil Exploration October 31 – 6th Annual Haunted Halloween November 28 – Season Passholder/Member Holiday Party Creatures Hop-on Hop-off Bus Huntsman Marine in partnership with Kingsbrae Garden, Algonquin Resort, Kiwanis Oceanfront Camping, downtown Business Improvement Association and the Town of St Andrews offer a FREE Hop-on Hop-off bus service. The bus will make 7 stops during its 45-minute loop of the community on Thursday, Friday and Saturday afternoons during the months of July and August 2025. Schedule/Neaby Attractions/Locations Creature Features We are excited to offer a series of Creature Feature Talks throughout the summer at the Fundy Discovery Aquarium! These interactive encounters give visitors an opportunity to meet and ask questions with our interpretive teammates! Creature Feature talks are scheduled to occur every day of the week from June 24 – August 21, 2026. Note that specific times and topics are subject to change or cancellation without notice. Mondays 9:30 am - Buddy the seal mascot is planning to open the Fundy Discovery Aquarium and greet you for the day! 11:00 am - Seal Talk to meet harbour and harp seals from the Crabtree Seal Habitat (every day when open from May 16 – October 11, 2026) 2:00 pm - Atlantic salmon: Special Creature Feature in the downstairs Gallery 3 3:00 pm - Seal Talk to meet harbour and harp seals from the Crabtree Seal Habitat (every day when open from May 16 – October 11, 2026) Tuesdays 9:30 am - Buddy the seal mascot is planning to open the Fundy Discovery Aquarium and greet you for the day! 11:00 am - Seal Talk to meet harbour and harp seals from the Crabtree Seal Habitat (every day when open from May 16 – October 11, 2026) 2:00 pm - Sea Horses: Special Creature Feature in the downstairs Gallery 3 3:00 pm - Seal Talk to meet harbour and harp seals from the Crabtree Seal Habitat (every day when open from May 16 – October 11, 2026) Wednesdays 9:30 am – Buddy the seal mascot is planning to open the Fundy Discovery Aquarium and greet you for the day! 11:00 am – Seal Talk to meet harbour and harp seals from the Crabtree Seal Habitat (every day when open from May 16 – October 11, 2026) 2:00 pm – Whales: Special Creature Feature in the upstairs Anderson Gallery 3:00 pm – Seal Talk to meet harbour and harp seals from the Crabtree Seal Habitat (every day when open from May 16 – October 11, 2026) Thursdays 9:30 am – Buddy the seal mascot is planning to open the Fundy Discovery Aquarium and greet you for the day! 11:00 am – Seal Talk to meet harbour and harp seals from the Crabtree Seal Habitat (every day when open from May 16 – October 11, 2026) 2:00 pm – Bay of Fundy Tide Pools: Special Creature Feature in the upstairs Flemer Gallery 3:00 pm – Seal Talk to meet harbour and harp seals from the Crabtree Seal Habitat (every day when open from May 16 – October 11, 2026) Fridays 9:30 am – Buddy the seal mascot is planning to open the Fundy Discovery Aquarium and greet you for the day! 11:00 am – Seal Talk to meet harbour and harp seals from the Crabtree Seal Habitat (every day when open from May 16 – October 11, 2026) 2:00 pm – American lobsters: Special Creature Feature in the upstairs Flemer Gallery 3:00 pm – Seal Talk to meet harbour and harp seals from the Crabtree Seal Habitat (every day when open from May 16 – October 11, 2026) Saturdays 9:30 am – Buddy the seal mascot is planning to open the Fundy Discovery Aquarium and greet you for the day! 11:00 am – Seal Talk to meet harbour and harp seals from the Crabtree Seal Habitat (every day when open from May 16 – October 11, 2026) 3:00 pm – Seal Talk to meet harbour and harp seals from the Crabtree Seal Habitat (every day when open from May 16 – October 11, 2026) Sundays 9:30 am – Buddy the seal mascot is planning to open the Fundy Discovery Aquarium and greet you for the day! 11:00 am – Seal Talk to meet harbour and harp seals from the Crabtree Seal Habitat (every day when open from May 16 – October 11, 2026) 3:00 pm – Seal Talk to meet harbour and harp seals from the Crabtree Seal Habitat (every day when open from May 16 – October 11, 2026) FAQ Frequently asked questions Is the Fundy Discovery Aquarium pet-friendly? No, we are not pet-friendly. Registered service animals are permitted in the Aquarium and on the Aquarium grounds. What methods of payments are accepted at the Fundy Discovery Aquarium? The Aquarium and Eco-Market are cashless, debit or credit only (no American Express). Book your admission online or at the admissions desk. Is a visit to the Fundy Discovery Aquarium good in all weather? Yes! A visit to the Fundy Discovery Aquarium is appropriate rain or shine, high or low tide, as all of our exhibits can be viewed from inside. Even seal talks can be viewed through large bay windows. In fact, damp or hot weather are fantastic in the Aquarium while you stay dry (maybe not hands or arms!) and air conditioned! Lost and found If you have lost or found an item during your visit to the Fundy Discovery Aquarium then check with the staff at the registration desk in the Anderson Gallery. Nursing space Please feel free to nurse anywhere you are comfortable, including the Dunn Science Theatre. Signage will indicate when this space is available for nursing purposes or guests may ask our knowledgeable staff for further information. Change tables Baby/toddler change tables are provided for guests to use in the designated female restroom on the upper floor and in the designated family restroom on the lower floor of the Fundy Discovery Aquarium. Pack a picnic lunch Picnic tables are available for use throughout the outdoor spaces of the Fundy Discovery Aquarium. Picnic area is not pet-friendly. Bring Your camera! Take plenty of pictures during your visit as you make life long memories immersed in the Bay of Fundy. Don’t forget to share your pictures with us on FaceBook , LinkedIn , Instagram and Twitter . Please note that tripods and stands are not permitted within the Fundy Discovery Aquarium as these may cause obstructions and possible injuries of your fellow guests. Flash photography and flashlights may also be restricted in certain areas as they may distress some animals. Are you able to visit classrooms and other events? Our Educators are always keen to bring the fascinating and wonderful animals that call the Bay of Fundy home directly to you! Possible options include specimens of marine organisms or our mobile touch tank so you can explore and learn in the classroom or for family days, fairs, festivals and more. Contact us today to determine our availability, review the best option for you, and costing for Huntsman Marine to attend your special event. Stay Connected After Your Visit! Follow us on social media (FaceBook , LinkedIn , Instagram and Twitter ), become a Member , sign up to receive the Huntsman Marine Newsletter and plan to visit often.

Course Descriptions and Registration Huntsman Education Universities Schools & Groups Huntsman Marine Academy Children & Families Student Living More Ocean S.T.E.A.M.™ Marine & Freshwater Environmental Sampling Methods Date TBD This hands-on field course will introduce students to the methods that scientists use to study marine and freshwater ecosystems. Students will gain practical experience in a variety of sampling techniques and learn how to document and interpret their findings. Example Career Connections: Environmental Technologist, Natural Resource Manager, Research Biologist, High School Science Teacher Apply Today Schedule at a Glance Narrative Schedule Location Details What to Bring Course Instructor Student Life Schedule at a Glance We aim to spend half of each day in the field and half in the lab or on tours. Field trips are a go “rain or shine.” The following schedule is provided as an inspirational guide, but we may have to juggle activities based on weather conditions for each day. The days are full, with one activity flowing into the next, and will include evening sessions. Day 1: Arrival/settle-in. Orientation. Tour of campus. Day 2: Where am I sampling? – Charts and Position fixing, map grid references. Tour of Huntsman Fundy Discovery Aquarium. Boat trip to practice locating sites. Deploying green crab traps. Using software to document positions. Orienteering. Day 3: Selecting sampling techniques. Writing a risk assessment for fieldwork. Boat based sampling practice. Retrieving green crab traps. Lecture on green crab monitoring. Study of the effect of gear selectivity (mesh size). Day 4: Using biotic indices to monitor environmental health. Stream monitoring using kick sampling. Lecture on eDNA. Using iNaturalist. Day 5: Quantitative sampling. How much data do I need? Shore transects and quadrat fieldwork. Designing a monitoring program. Day 6: Presentations on monitoring program plans. Clean lab. Group photo. Wrap-up

Huntsman Marine Experiences Fundy Discovery Aquarium Experiences Hourly and Day Trips Multi-Day Experiences More Fundy Discovery Aquarium Private Tour This Huntsman Marine Experience™ will immerse you into our local marine life and coastal heritage while discovering the magnitude of the world’s HIGHEST tides! Overview Location Reviews Overview Duration 1 hour Price Private Tour Rate: $25.00/person + HST Minimum of 5 people or $125.00/person + HST Includes an all-day pass to explore the Fundy Discovery Aquarium on your own during our regular open hours or limited self-exploration time during our closed season. About Bring your group to the aquarium for a fun, educational field trip and learn all about our Bay of Fundy animals. An interpreter will guide your group through the aquarium and answer any questions you may have! Approximately one hour in length Minimum of 5 people or $125.00 + HST Catered to the age/interest level of the group Offered year-round based on staff availability. Please call (506) 529-1200 or email huntsman@huntsmanmarine. ca to inquire. Seasonal access to the picnic area and beach Book Now

Huntsman Education Universities Schools & Groups Huntsman Marine Academy Children & Families Student Living More Student Living Visiting students are able to learn, eat and rest all within the Huntsman Marine facilities. We have several teaching labs, classroom spaces and lecture theatre to deliver content while our vessel provides access to sample the Bay of Fundy. We are able to house more than 100 individuals and prepare well over 10,000 hearty meals each year. St. Andrews-by-the-Sea, as we have become known, is a beautiful picturesque seaside resort community located on a peninsula extending out into Passamaquoddy Bay in the Bay of Fundy. The 55-acre Huntsman Marine campuses are located just outside of the general Town activities but still within 20 minutes walking distance to the Town Square and Market Wharf. Our location provides a safe and comfortable environment that nurtures learning and group activities amongst your peers while attending a Huntsman Marine hosted program. Prospective teachers and professors are encouraged to connect with Huntsman Marine anytime while developing your field course experience to optimize use of our facilities and local ecosystems by completing this form . If you are inspired to support Huntsman Marine Education programs then please donate or choose other ways to support the Huntsman Marine mission today! Access – the Bay of Fundy Classroom We use our proximity to the Bay of Fundy as an inspiring classroom during your field course! St. Andrews experiences some of the highest tides in the world but what comes up must go down giving exceptional access to many different intertidal habitats to explore. If shore access is not enough then wait until you experience Bay of Fundy marine life onboard the Huntsman Marine R/V Fundy Spray – a 15.24 m (50 foot) converted offshore lobster boat certified by Transport Canada to carry 20 passengers and two crew. The vessel is well appointed to support sediment grab sampling, towing plankton nets, bottom trawling and dragging, trap retrieval, deployment of other research equipment, and stable platform to support SCUBA diving that will add to the most memorable educational experience that you can imagine. Learn – Labs & Lectures We have three teaching laboratories located on our Lower Campus that are used to deliver youth, high school or university level programs. The specific lab spaces are interchangeable and we have a large inventory of teaching materials to choose from to meet your curriculum outcomes. Our main classroom is the Carroll Wright Room located near our residences on the Upper Campus while the Fundy Discovery Aquarium is also equipped with the 218-soft seat Dunn Theatre. Each of the teaching laboratories also have AV projection capacity so lab and lecture activities may be merged seamlessly together as required. Outdoor teaching spaces with chalkboards are also available for our beautiful spring, summer and autumn days. Eat – Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Our primary student Dining Room is located on the 1st floor of Anderson House. Here, we are able to serve up to 45 individuals per sitting indoors for breakfast, lunch and dinner. A direct exit to the front of Anderson House also provides additional seating on a large deck or lawn when the weather allows. Meals may be served in buffet or plated style. Additional dining areas may be assigned to your group within the nearby Stable House or Fundy Discovery Aquarium grounds if your meal is prepared from its commercial kitchen. Course participants who are staying with us for longer than two weeks may be housed in one of our fully self-contained apartments so they are able to prepare some of their own meals, especially on weekends. Of course, eating a packed lunch is a frequent occurrence during field courses with any number of scenic southwest New Brunswick ocean or beach views serving as your backdrop. We take a proactive approach to ensure groups eat together and do so by managing space and meal times. Some special diets and food allergies may be accommodated with advanced notice, such as vegetarian, vegan and gluten free, but cross-contamination cannot always be avoided. We are not able to prepare strict Kosher or Halal proteins but vegetarian options will always be available from our kitchens. Accommodating special diets may involve an additional fee and will be noted on your field course cost estimate. Our kitchens are always peanut and other nut free. Snack and drink vending machines are provided for student use after hours. These machines do not take coins but use credit card tap payments only. Rest – Dormitory, Hotel-style & Apartments Dormitory – Needler Hall is our primary student accommodation and houses up to 51 students and teachers/chaperones on two floors. Sixteen bedrooms sleep three individuals in bunkbeds and a twin bed while each floor also has rooms furnished with a single twin bed that is often assigned to teachers/chaperones traveling with the student group. Shared but designated separate male and female washroom and shower facilities are located on each floor. Participants with physical disabilities may be provided accommodation in a single bed room on the first floor of Needler Hall although the room may be a tighter space than expected for present day best practice standards in universal and barrier-free design. Hotel-style – Accommodations in Anderson House and Nancy Hall are used primarily to support professional workshops and business or government retreats with overflow use by visiting student groups. These facilities offer a total of 20 single or double occupancy rooms on two floors in each building with ensuite bathroom similar to staying in a hotel room. There is no elevator in either building but a single barrier-free room is located on the first floor of Nancy Hall with ramp access to enter the building to accommodate participants with physical disabilities. Apartments – Six self contained apartments provide an opportunity for extended visits to the Huntsman Marine campus, each including a living room, bedrooms, bathroom and fully equipped kitchen. These apartments are typically used to accommodate university students or visiting professionals who plan to also prepare their own meals while completing their scholarly activities. Lounging – Play a Board Game, Watch a Movie or Unwind with a Book Programs at Huntsman Marine tend to be quite busy with plenty of time each day spent outside in the fresh air. There is some time available to read, write postcards or emails, or socialize with your course mates. Each student group will be assigned to its own specific space to allow these moments of self-reflection or interaction amongst your peers while limiting interaction with other groups who might also be visiting Huntsman Marine at the same time. Accessibility We have some capacity to accommodate participants with physical disabilities during your stay with Huntsman Marine, including overnight accommodations, meals, and to attend class lectures and laboratory activities. Unfortunately, field activities on the beach or vessel will be difficult to accommodate. We are always striving to be able to accommodate participants with disabilities and appreciate your feedback during or after your visit on ways that we may improve. Health & Safety All Huntsman Marine teammates who are directly interacting with students complete a Criminal Background Check and are trained in first aid, CPR and emergency procedures as set out in our Joint Health & Safety Committee. The Town has a well-equipped volunteer Fire Department, local Ambulance depot, and contract directly with the RCMP to provide protective and patrol services. Charlotte County Hospital is located nearby in St. Stephen, NB with its 24/7 emergency care services. Our facilities are equipped throughout with first aid kits and AEDs to better ensure a safe field course is experienced by all participants. Special Dietary Needs Some notes on special diets and food allergies: Vegetarian, Vegan & Lactose Free – these diet requirements may be accommodated with no additional cost and 15 business days advanced notice to ensure our kitchen team is able to order groceries with appropriate delivery before your group arrives. Kosher & Halal Meals – We are not able to prepare strict Kosher or Halal proteins but vegetarian options will be available from our kitchens. Gluten Free – our kitchen staff will prepare gluten intolerant meals separately but our kitchen is not certified for this and cross-contamination cannot always be avoided. 15 business days advanced notice is required for these diet requirements with an additional $1.02 applied to our regular breakfast & lunch rates (no additional cost for dinners). Frequently Asked Questions What is a typical daily schedule? Our field course schedules are largely dictated by the tides – and more specifically when it is low tide – when you are here. Activities may need to be scheduled to begin early in the morning and continue late into the evening accordingly. Field activities can last from 1 hour to 5+ hours and occur either close to campus, but often require a 45 minute one-way drive. Lab-based activities identifying and learning more about specific organisms will be scheduled to occur before or after field exercises. For university courses, many evenings will also include lectures, discussions or presentations that may last ~1.5 hours. Yes, the days are long but taking full advantage of this unique learning environment is our primary objective during your field course! A typical daily schedule may include: 7:30 am or earlier breakfast, 8:30 am depart for field work rain or shine, 12:00 pm lunch, 1:00 pm continuing field work and 5:30 pm summer. The evenings will vary with university and some high school groups conducting activities in the evenings, whereas other high school groups will go to Town or have a campfire. What level of physical activity is involved during a field course? Daily activities may include walking up to 2 km with a backpack, often over wet, uneven, slippery algae covered rocks or thick mud. Some time is likely to be spent aboard the Huntsman Marine 15 m research vessel typically for sessions that are 1.5-4 hours at a time. Outdoor activities proceed in all types of weather except during lightning or other potentially dangerous conditions. Most field sites have no services or nearby toilet facilities. What are some common conditions that I might experience during a field course? Common conditions may include long drives, walking over uneven and slippery ground, long days exposed to heat/sun or cold/rain, and boat rides that may typically last for 1.5-4 hours. The immersive marine biology activities will be quite interesting but getting to the specific locations may be a bit boring while driving, which can be alleviated with personal music players, books etc. Good hiking boots that are broken-in can mitigate the challenge of uneven ground. It is vital to check the long-range weather forecast before your field course to dress appropriately as activities occur rain or shine. Although sea conditions are rarely very rough, those prone to motion sickness may want to pack appropriate medication (e.g., Dramamine, Gravol) to help with this. Can you tell me about the weather that we might encounter? Weather conditions likely to be encountered include all forms of extreme weather: strong sun, high UV, rain and strong sometimes cold wind. Air temperature can vary from hot (30°C) and sunny to cool (<10°C) and rainy – and it is always colder on the vessel. Students are expected to check the weather and dress/pack accordingly for the day’s activities. Layering your clothing is a prudent strategy and students should pack clothes made of fabric that insulates even when wet (e.g., polarfleece, wool). Bringing your preferred sunscreen, hat and sunglasses are also recommended to protect your skin. Carrying refillable water bottles is also essential to avoid dehydration. Are there any toxic or poisonous wildlife in the area to be concerned about? You will encounter plenty of wildlife during your field course at Huntsman Marine – both on the land and from the ocean environment. Some fish species and sea urchins have spines that should be avoided or handled while wearing protective gloves. The St. Andrews area has Lyme disease ticks but are typically picked up while walking through tall grass. You should be vigilant to wear long pants in tall grass, check your body often when going inside and while showering, and use tick removal forceps if you have to properly remove one from your body. Removed ticks should also be saved in a baggie or vial so a test can be conducted to determine the risk and appropriate treatment for Lyme disease. The Town pharmacy can also be contacted to determine next steps if you’ve had to remove a tick. You can learn more about ticks from information posters located in entry foyers to our residence buildings. Mosquitos and other biting black flies are likely to be present during your field course and you should come prepared accordingly. Will I be expected to share accommodations? Students will share dormitory rooms (2-3 per room), segregated by gender, with your own bed, bed linens and access to a desk. Room assignments are made by Huntsman Marine staff unless directed by the lead teacher/professor. Our dormitory building (Needler Hall) has shared bathroom facilities, segregated by gender, and are equipped with showers, sinks and flush toilets. Are there laundry facilities nearby? Two coin operated stackable washer & dryer sets are present on the Huntsman Marine campus and available for visiting student use. These can be in high demand at times based on the number of visiting students present at any given time. The Town of St. Andrews also has a public laundromat located downtown near the local grocery store. What is the typical meal schedule and service? All meals prepared on-site of the Huntsman Marine campus are included in your program fees as our food service staff/contractors have no capacity to process payment transactions. On-site breakfasts are self-serve (e.g., yogurt, juice, cereal, toast) and at your own initiative. Lunches and suppers are served at prescribed times based on your planned activities in your designated dining space by the food service staff/contractors. Packed meals (e.g., sandwiches, fruit) are also provided when your group is planning to be in the field during meal times. There is a grocery and gas station in Town to pick up after hours snacks and Huntsman Marine recently also installed vending machine capacity on campus. Are the meals able to accommodate my food allergies/sensitivities? Food sensitivities and allergies should be communicated to your course personnel as soon as possible as such requests must be relayed to Huntsman Marine at least 15 business days before the start of your program to ensure our kitchen team is able to order groceries with appropriate delivery before your group arrives. Vegetarian, vegan and lactose free diet requirements may be accommodated with no additional cost and 15 business days advanced notice although strict vegans may be less satisfied with variety. Gluten intolerant meals are prepared separately but our kitchen is not certified for this and cross-contamination cannot always be avoided. We require 15 business days advanced notice for gluten intolerant diets and an additional $1.02 is applied to our regular breakfast & lunch price rates (no additional cost for dinners). Other requests for dining accommodations will be addressed individually, but keep in mind this is a field station not a restaurant. We are not able to prepare strict Kosher or Halal proteins but vegetarian options will be available from our kitchen. Accommodating other special diets may be possible and these possibilities along with any additional fees will be discussed between your instructor and the Huntsman Marine program coordinator. Our kitchen is always peanut and other nut free. How far is the Town of St. Andrews & what amenities are there? The Town of Saint Andrews is a scenic 20 minute walk from Huntsman Marine. St. Andrews is a small, but well-serviced tourist town with a Scotiabank branch, post office, grocery/hardware stores, pharmacy, souvenir shopping and many restaurants. Keep track of the time as many of our restaurants and stores close earlier than you might be used to in cities. Also note that there are no taxis or Uber coverage in St. Andrews and King Street Pizza is the only food option that will deliver at this time. There is a small health clinic in St. Andrews and the closest hospital is the Charlotte County Hospital in St. Stephen NB where there is emergency room coverage. Counselling services typically available at universities are not available, but your course Instructors are available for discussions as necessary. Is wifi available on campus? Huntsman Marine is a modern facility with reliable cell phone coverage, water and electricity, but we ask visiting student groups to conserve resources where possible as we strive for a sustainable operational footprint. The campus has wifi coverage sufficient for course work, but its bandwidth is limited so the use of high-demand streaming (e.g. Netflix or online gaming) is not permitted. There are no computer workstations available but spaces allocated for use of personal laptops. What is your alcohol, smoking & drug policy? The minimum legal age to purchase, possess and consume alcohol, tobacco (including vaping) and cannabis is 19 years old in New Brunswick. Alcohol consumption is permitted only in dorm rooms for student course participants who are 19+ years old. Smoking of any legal substance is permitted only outside of buildings and in designated areas. Students must use substances responsibly, keeping their own safety and the safety of others as a priority. No alcohol or cannabis will be consumed prior to (i.e. within 8 hours) or during field work activities. Anyone deemed unable to fully function as a result of intoxication will not be allowed to participate in field activities. What is the expected social situation during a field course? You will be expected to share dorm rooms, labs and vehicle trips with people you hardly know. Working long hours in close quarters can sometimes raise tensions and students are encouraged to discuss these with those involved and, if necessary, with the Instructors. Huntsman Marine is often hosting up to three student and professional meeting groups concurrently. We make every attempt to separate groups as best we can in time and space. Your group will be assigned specific spaces for lectures, labs, sleeping and dining to ensure you are able to stay together while limiting direct interactions between groups. Quiet hours begin at 10 pm when your group is sharing the residences with another group. Always treat others with consideration!

Huntsman Conservation #DebrisFreeFundy Marine Protected Areas Marine Invasive Species Environmental Monitoring Citizen Scientist Bird Banding More Maritime Sealife Seekers Where do you fit it? We want your records of marine life! We are limited in how many sites we can get to and your records can help fill in some of the gaps. It is easy for you to contribute to this community science project. As you explore our marine environment – from boat, scuba diving, or on the shore – snap photos of your interesting finds. You can then upload them to one of our Sealife Seekers iNaturalist projects. We're particularly interested in sightings of unusual or invasive species. But all records of marine invertebrates, fish or mammals are welcome! To submit a record you will need the following information: Photo or video clip Recorder name Position using your phone GPS, chart/map position or a pin on Google maps Depth of observation if diving Date Don’t worry about whether you know the species name. Huntsman Marine experts and the iNaturalist community will help to identify your observation. Your contribution will then become part of a comprehensive species list for our area! For the Fundy Shore Sealife Seekers project our geographic area of interest spans from Saint John, NB to the Canada/USA border. This also includes the western isles, such as Grand Manan, Campobello and Deer Islands. We also have a Maritime Sealife Seekers project that welcomes records from the broader Bay of Fundy, Nova Scotia Atlantic coast, and shoreline along northern New Brunswick and surrounding Prince Edward Island. Follow these steps to get involved today! If you do not wish to take part through the iNaturalist app then you can email your observation records directly to huntsman@huntsmanmarine.ca with “Sealife Seekers” in the subject line. Please include a photo/video of your observation and all the information listed above. Acknowledgements The New Brunswick Environmental Trust Fund funded the first two years of survey work. The project is being extended with support from Fisheries and Oceans Canada as part of their Coastal Environmental Baseline program. Founding project partners include the Peskotomuhkati Nation, Dr. Anaïs Lacoursière of Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Fundy North and Grand Manan Fishermen’s Associations, and Dr. Gary Saunders from the University of New Brunswick. Between 1964 and 1978, over forty years ago, Art MacKay and his colleagues catalogued the marine species and habitats of the western Bay of Fundy region. Their efforts methodically surveyed hundreds of sites in our area by SCUBA diving. Since 2021, Dr. Claire Goodwin and the Huntsman Marine team have been resurveying those original sites. We will compare our data to the original dataset to see how species and communities have changed over time.

Huntsman Overview Vision, Mission & Value Teammates Careers More Teammates Everyday our teammates ensure we are able to professionally deliver on our education and research mission to inspire ocean stewardship. We respect diverse points of view contributed by our colleagues and expect equity and inclusion at our place of work. In 2020, our teammates represented a diverse group of professionals from nine nationalities and many individuals moved to work at the Huntsman from six Canadian provinces. We are a talented and well-educated group of professionals who have achieved higher education from 36 global academic institutions that conferred 21 college diplomas, 30 Bachelor degrees, 10 Masters degrees and seven PhD degrees upon our 45 teammates. Likewise, equity and inclusion amongst our teammates is abundantly clear in terms of female and male representation across all levels of the Huntsman. Total Employees in 2022 : 49 (Count as of February 2022)

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Huntsman Overview Vision, Mission & Value Teammates Careers More Careers General Application Apply Now Aquarium & Education Naturalist/Interpreter Apply Now Aquarium Guest Engagement Apply Now Aquarium Admission & Gift Shop Attendant Apply Now Education Program Specialist Apply Now Aquatic Research Technician I – Biodiversity Focus Apply Now Benthic Taxonomic Specialist We all walk in the footsteps of giants in Canadian fisheries science while working at the Huntsman and have the opportunity to leave our own legacy on ocean conservation, marine education of future generations, and aquatic research. The Huntsman has grown to be a very diverse operation with aspects touching on numerous sectors of our local ocean economy – education, tourism, hospitality and research. We understand that our operations exist within a competitive landscape across all of our sectors and that you have choices on where to give your best efforts. Our goal is to recruit a diverse, equitable and inclusive workforce and retain those who wish to stay through a compelling mix of compensation, benefits and culture. Our present teammates represent a mix of both local individuals and those who have chosen to move to southwest New Brunswick to work at the Huntsman. We also have a mix of young professionals who might be working at the Huntsman as their first professional position with more experienced individuals with families. Our total compensation package is designed to address the expectations of our diverse teammates. We provide a dynamic, fast paced, challenging and professional work environment that rarely presents extended periods of routine. We provide enhanced time off benefits through a mix of additional paid leave days to ensure you are able to recharge while providing competitive compensation compared with our set of regional peers. We also provide enhanced health care benefits and a retirement program so your present and future needs are addressed. We strive to allow individuals to achieve work-life harmony while realizing that each individual has a different fit. As an employer, we are realistic about your employment and provide a safe off ramp – offering to provide professional references and sometimes with incentives – for colleagues who wish to leave their employment. Each of us also recognizes that our personal contributions positively impact our coastal communities each and every day. Huntsman programs enhance student opportunities within our local schools, our outreach impacts ocean conservation efforts in the Bay of Fundy, and we witness our research results being used within our coastal communities. Our culture is also one of giving as the Huntsman partners with numerous like minded community organizations . Join our growing Team to Inspire with Us!

Course Descriptions and Registration Huntsman Education Universities Schools & Groups Huntsman Marine Academy Children & Families Student Living More Ocean S.T.E.A.M.™ Ocean Mapping Date TBD Our world is primarily covered in water, yet the ocean remains one of the last unexplored frontiers on our planet, with only a small percentage of it mapped to modern standards. Knowledge of the three-dimension shape, structure and materials that make up this under-explored area is the foundation of nearly all other ocean sciences. However, collecting ocean mapping is challenging and requires complex sonar systems that operate from ocean-going vessels. This course will explore the theory, tools, and applications of mapping the ocean floor using sonar. Students will get hands-on experience with various sonar systems and experience ocean data collection. Activities during the week will engage students with engineering and science principles, marine robotics, and modern software to create 3D maps of the ocean floor. Example Career Connections: Geomatics Engineer, Hydrographer, Geophysicist, Oceanographer, Marine Robotics Technologist Apply Today Schedule at a Glance Narrative Schedule Location Details What to Bring Course Instructor Student Life Schedule at a Glance Activities will focus on hands-on experience with equipment and software to collect ocean mapping data and create 3D maps of the ocean floor. The practical exercises will be balanced with theory to explain what we observe and include discussions of real-world applications. The days are full, with one activity flowing into the next, and will include evening sessions. The following schedule is provided as an inspirational guide, but we may have to juggle activities based on weather conditions for each day. Day 1: Arrival/settle-in. Orientation. Day 2: Ocean mapping applications. Overview of introductory concepts and equipment. Boat trip to collect ocean mapping sonar data. Day 3: The Open Sonar Project – Build a sonar system. Tour of Huntsman Fundy Discovery Aquarium. Day 4: The Open Sonar Project – Build a sonar system continues. Data collection. Data processing. Day 5: Data processing and analysis. Data visualization and interpretation. Day 6: Presentations. Clean lab. Group photo. Wrap-up.

Press Room The Huntsman Marine Science Centre turns 55 this week! St. Andrews, New Brunswick, Canada – August 19, 2024 Over 55 years, we have: Educated more than 80,000 students of all ages on all aspects of marine biology and other subjects Hosted +1.2M visitors to the Fundy Discovery Aquarium to learn about local marine life and the working waterfront Supported research that has resulted in more than 500 publications in internationally recognized peer-reviewed journals The Huntsman Marine idea began in 1967, with Dr. John Anderson leading the charge and testing the concept through a Visiting Investigators Program at the adjacent St. Andrews Biological Station in 1968. Success of this program provided further impetus to proceed with legal incorporation of the Huntsman Marine Laboratory in 1969 as a completely independent, federally incorporated non-profit and registered charitable organization. Our name was formally changed to The Huntsman Marine Science Centre in 1987. Our first Annual General Meeting of the Membership was hosted on August 23, 1970 and we have celebrated our anniversary around this date ever since. This first gathering witnessed Dr. A.G. Huntsman himself cutting the opening ribbon to a standing ovation of dignitaries representing all of the major Canadian universities at that time from Ontario east along with the Province of New Brunswick, Fisheries Research Board of Canada (precursor of present Fisheries & Oceans Canada), the National Research Council and the Royal Ontario Museum. Many advancements made in our early formative years to establish Huntsman Marine have persisted and propelled us to the institution that we are today. In 1970, we purchased the historical Sir Thomas Tait Estate – Link's Crest – with the assistance of the Province of New Brunswick, including its expansive acreage of land and buildings, to be used as accommodations for visiting students and researchers. These premises have seen considerable expansion over the years and now include 108 beds under our management – second highest number available as accommodations in the Town of St. Andrews (only behind the famed Algonquin Resort) – while remaining true to our general education mission. Nearly 15,000 meals are prepared from our Upper Campus commercial kitchen each year, primarily to feed hungry students after a great day in the field learning about the Bay of Fundy! https://www.huntsmanmarine.ca/studentliving Students started to arrive by 1970, initially as undergraduate students completing various marine biology field courses and graduate students conducting their thesis research activities. We expanded our reach to include overnight high school field courses in 1977. In 1983, we introduced a new field trip program to introduce marine and coastal biology to local primary and secondary school children. All of these educational outlets, along with innovative ‘edutainment’ tourism offerings, continue strong to this day with more than 3,000 students of all ages added each year to our total education impact. Dr. Anderson had incredible foresight when he wrote in 1999: “I think the greatest contribution the Huntsman will make to Canada will come from its education programs, in particular the ones for school children.” https://www.huntsmanmarine.ca/education We are best known to the general public for operating an aquarium – with our first to open in 1972 thereby cementing Huntsman Marine as an anchor within the local tourism sector with the oldest running attraction – so locals and tourists alike are able to experience and learn about Bay of Fundy marine life. Our initial Aquarium/Museum received major renovations in 1984 to provide a winterized facility with greatly enhanced space for more interpretative displays. This upgraded facility operated for an additional 27 years until eventually replaced by our present day Fundy Discovery Aquarium. Today, we greet more than 30,000 visitors per year eager to learn about the Bay of Fundy, see a seal feeding or other creature feature, or simply to get a face painting while incidentally sparking an interest in our ocean and its protection. https://www.huntsmanmarine.ca/aquarium OceanSteamCourses Independent research began in 1974 when our own staff were employed to explore genetics and selective breeding of Atlantic salmon, initially to increase the adult return rate within a sea ranching effort and later in support of the fledgling local fish farming sector. As a result of those trials, the Saint John River Atlantic salmon stock was chosen as the preferred strain for local farming operations and subsequently domesticated for use in culture to this day. Our Larval Fish Laboratory was established in 1977 and later this collection was merged with the Fisheries & Oceans Canada Identification Centre to create the Atlantic Reference Centre in 1984 as a joint venture within a single natural history museum of ocean organisms primarily from the western Atlantic Ocean. Both of these disciplines – Breeding & Genetics and Taxonomy & Biodiversity – remain strong at Huntsman Marine coupled with an added focus on Aquatic Toxicology and Animal Health research since 2015. https://www.huntsmanmarine.ca/research We look forward to a future with more Huntsman Marine impact through local, regional and international efforts focused on the ocean economy, literacy and conservation. In 2022, our Board of Directors approved a new Huntsman Marine at 75 Years Strategic Vision, which presents an ambitious future of growth for the institution by 2044. Four priority areas were included with a series of measureable goals – ocean research, ocean science literacy, economic impact, and fiscal sustainability. The common sentiment is that having more of everything that Huntsman Marine has to offer will provide tremendous benefit for the local environment, society and economy. We believe we are well positioned to deliver on our ambitious goals as detailed here: https://www.huntsmanmarine.ca/visionmissionvalue Story by Huntsman Marine staff writer. For additional information or images relating to this article, please email huntsman@huntsmanmarine.ca . Return to our Press Room for more stories!