Episode 5 : Restoring Kelp, Revitalizing Language: A Conversation with Lyndsay Silvestre

Recorded at the Pacific Seaweed Summit in Campbell River, this episode features Lyndsay Silvestre, an emerging leader in British Columbia's seaweed sector whose work brings together ecological restoration, aquaculture, Indigenous knowledge, and community food systems.

Lyndsay shares how integrated multi-trophic aquaculture can support healthier coastal ecosystems, why restoring kelp forests matters for both marine life and communities, and the inspiration behind her Seaweeds of Campbell River poster, which helps preserve local Indigenous languages by teaching listeners how to pronounce the names of seaweed species.

Whether you're interested in seaweed farming, ecosystem restoration, or building more resilient food systems, this conversation offers an inspiring look at the people and ideas shaping the future of Canada's blue economy.

Here is the link to the language video by Kirsten Dobler from the poster created collaboratively by Lyndsay Silvestre and Kirsten Dobler with support from Rhianna Nagel and Sara Child at North Island College.