International Seaweed Symposium (ISS)

Kicking off #ISS25 in Victoria tonight! 🌿✨ Join us for a cultural welcome followed by the Welcome Reception—an evening to connect, mingle & celebrate the start of an unforgettable week. #SeaweedSymposium #VictoriaBC #GlobalSeaweedCommunity #OceanInnovation

Everything you didn’t know you needed to know before #ISS25 kicks off: 💬 Networking space 🎟️ Posters & exhibits ☂️ Weather prep 🚨 Emergency info 💛 Volunteer support Get the full scoop ⤵️ 📲 instagram.com/seaweedsymposi…

📲 Your #ISS25 event companion is here. Stay organized, connected & in the loop—right from your phone. 🗓️ Agenda 🎤 Speaker info 🎟️ Tickets + networking 🗺️ Maps & more How to log in + full details ⤵️ 📲 instagram.com/seaweedsymposi… #seaweedsymposium #seaweedinnovation #victoriabc

📝 Headed to #ISS25? Here's what to know once you arrive: ✅ Badge pick-up ✅ Meal info ✅ Registration hours ✅ Sustainability tips ♻️ Full details on check-in + more ⤵️ 📲 instagram.com/seaweedsymposi… #seaweedsymposium #victoriabc #iss25

✈️🚢 Getting to #ISS25? From flights to ferries, we’ve got your arrival covered. 📍Victoria Conference Centre YYJ ✈️ | BC Ferries 🚢 | ArriveCAN 🇨🇦 Full travel guide here ⤵️ 📲 instagram.com/seaweedsymposi… #iss25 #victoriabc #seaweedsymposium

Part 5 of 25 Amazing Things to Do in Victoria 🇨🇦 Craft beer, art, bugs & ocean views—this city keeps surprising. 🍻🎨🌊 📌 instagram.com/p/DJDNxs3zncS/… That’s a wrap on our 25 must-do’s, celebrating 25 years of #ISS25! Plan your visit → iss25.com/visit-victoria/

Part 4 of 25 Amazing Things to Do in Victoria 🇨🇦 From lush gardens to retro arcades, here are 5 more ways to explore the city. 🌸🕹️⚓ 📌 instagram.com/p/DJDNTgvTrAQ/… #iss25 #victoriabc #explorevictoria #travelcanada #discovervictoria #yyjevents #phycologyfriday

Part 3 of 25 Amazing Things to Do in Victoria 🇨🇦 Museums, castles, and waterfront strolls—this city has it all. 🏛️🎣🏰 📌 instagram.com/p/DJDM4x2zui2/… #iss25 #victoriabc #explorevictoria #beautifulbritishcolumbia #travelcanada #discovervictoria #yyjevents #phycologyfriday

A huge thank you to our sponsors for making #ISS25 possible! 🌿🌊 ISS25 isn’t just a conference—it’s a global convergence of seaweed science, sustainability & innovation. Meet our sponsors → iss25.com/confirmed-spon… #SeaweedScience #OceanInnovation #GlobalSeaweedCommunity

Last chance to join select #ISS25 experiences! 🌿🌊🥂 Workshops, tours & socials still have space — but not for long. 🔗 iss25.com/workshops 🔗 iss25.com/tours 🔗 iss25.com/social-events 🎟 Space is limited—register now! #seaweedscience #kelptheplanet #victoriabc

📣 Heads up! Conference merch won’t be sold on-site at ISS25. 🛍️ Order your hoodie or tee by April 21 to pick up at registration on May 4! ⏳ This is your only chance! 🔗 iss25.com/conference-app… #iss25 #seaweedswag #seaweedscience #victoriabc #iss25journey

⏳ One month to go! #ISS25 lands in Victoria, BC on the traditional territories of the Lək̓ʷəŋən People. This year’s theme honours Indigenous connections to seaweed + global seaweed pioneers. 🌀 Reg by Apr 12 👕 Merch by Apr 21 🎟️ Tours filling fast!

Part 2 – 5/25 Amazing Things to do in Victoria During #ISS25 Explore Indigenous culture, community & connection: 🥾 Walk the lək̓ʷəŋən markers 🛶 Book a Songhees tour 📚 Visit @RoyalBCMuseum 🚤 Take the Harbour Ferry 🌲 See Thunderbird Park #VictoriaBC

⏳ 32 days until #ISS25! Register by April 11th to secure discounted rates before they increase. PLUS — book through the ISS25 portal to access exclusive hotel deals: 🏨 Fairmont Empress – $299 (reg. $580) 🏨 DoubleTree – $249 (reg. $345) 🔗 iss25.com/registration/

🌿 Join us May 5 for the Seaweed Wizards Panel—honouring 6 legendary phycologists from around the world! 🌊🔬 Hear stories & insights from the pioneers who shaped the field. 📍VCC Carson Hall | ⏰ 10:30am #ISS25 #seaweedscience #phycology

🌿🌊 ISS25 Workshops: There’s still space available—but not for long! These hands-on sessions are a chance to deepen your knowledge, explore new ideas, and connect with experts in the field. Spots are limited and filling quickly. Full list + details: ISS25.com/workshops/

You’re invited! 🌊 Celebrate 25 years of global seaweed science at the ISS25 Gala Dinner! 🎉 📍 Crystal Garden 📅 May 6 🕖 7 PM 🎟️ $150 Limited tickets ✨ Ocean-inspired attire encouraged. Dinner, dancing, & connection in an unforgettable venue. 🎟️ Tickets on our website!

🌿 Seaweeds & People: A Must-See Panel! 🌊 Join experts in Indigenous knowledge, sustainability, aquaculture, and gastronomy as they explore seaweed’s impact on culture, climate, and cuisine. 📅 May 8, 2025, VCC Carson Hall @ 9:30 AM 🔗shorturl.at/Njd0N

At ISS25, we’re not just celebrating seaweed science—we’re honouring the deep connections between people, land, and ocean. That’s why we’re proud to have local Indigenous artist Sarah Jim design the official ISS25 logo! Read the whole story: shorturl.at/VNNkY

Victoria is full of incredible experiences! ✨ Here are 5 must-visit spots to kick off Part 1 of 25 Amazing Things to Do in Victoria during #ISS25. 🔗shorturl.at/Aj5J2 📌 Stay tuned for Part 2 & explore more: 🔗 iss25.com/visit-victoria/