Wetsuit Recycling

02/05/2026

We have a new partner, Abyss Diving Suits. We will be recycling scraps from their production of incredible dive suits made in Nova Scotia. Look for new products like seat pads, bags and pet beds made from their off cuts. One more way to keep neoprene out of our landfills!

Divert NS
Lawrencetown Surf Co.
Surfrider Foundation Atlantic Canada

01/22/2026

Wow, we SOLD OUT in 2 hours!! Thank you for supporting our program and keep an eye on our page for more items to come.

01/06/2026

We are sending out info packages to surf shops across Canada to spread the word about our program. Please consider recycling your old gear and following us on Facebook.

Divert NS
Lawrencetown Surf Co.
Lawrencetown Surfing Association - LSA
Surfrider Foundation Atlantic Canada

12/18/2025

We wish everyone a Happy Holiday season! If Santa brings you some new neoprene, please consider recycling your old gear. Thank you to Divert NS for making this all possible!

12/09/2025

We have now been recycling wetsuits for almost a year, it's time to recognize the people who are taking on the work to keep wetsuits out of the landfill. Meet our Team Member Linda!

11/26/2025

We are very grateful to SBC Surf Magazine for featuring our wetsuit recycling program in their publication. All of this would not be possible without the support of Divert NS and the work of our participants. Please share!

HomeFeatures FeaturesHealthHome Riding the Second Wave: How the Ark is Turning Old Wetsuits into New Purpose By sbc_admin November 24, 2025 0 72 There’s something about the life cycle of a wetsuit and the life it endures that hits the highs and the lows of life. It starts in the cold, salty waters...

11/21/2025

We had a fun photo shoot with to capture some pictures of our program for an upcoming article by SBC Surf magazine. We will post a link to the article once it goes online. For more info about Anthony, check out his website, anthopoulin.com.

11/18/2025

We are open this evening for some early Christmas shopping, come check out our unique gifts and recycled wetsuit products!
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OPEN UNTIL 8PM ⏰

Stop by and shop our uniquely designed, hand-crafted items!

You will find:

⭐ Pottery mugs, bowls, plates
⭐ Felted pillows, creations, framed felting
⭐ Cards
⭐ Ornaments
⭐ Ark Clothing
⭐ Button pins
⭐ Holiday creations
⭐ Ark Wetsuit Products

Swing by after work and enjoy some evening shopping at The Ark! 🎄🛍️

11/13/2025

Looking for gifts for the "hard to shop for" surfer? We have a wide selection of products from printed t-shirts, ball caps and toques to sunglass cases, yoga mat bags and sunglass straps all made from recycled wetsuits. Stop by our store at 655 King St. or touch base with us for shipping possibilities. All proceeds help us to pay our clients who recycle wetsuits.

T-shirts/caps/toques $20
Sunglass case $8
Sunglass strap $5
Yoga Mat Bag $50
Signed 8"x12" prints by Geoff Gibson $10

11/04/2025

We have had great uptake on the wetsuits/gloves/boots. Minimal stock left, mostly shorties and hooded rashguards.
Thanks for all of the interest and helping us to keep wetsuits out of the landfill.

Divert NS
Surfrider Foundation Atlantic Canada

11/03/2025

We now have a selection of wetsuits($5-$40) that still have some life left in them. Some suits have had minor repairs, all have been thoroughly washed and are ready for use. All proceeds from the sale of these suits will go directly into our wetsuit recycling program providing wages to those who take part in our program. Gloves and booties($5 per pair) available as well. Stop by the Ark to check them out, M-F, 8-3:30.

10/27/2025

If you would like to learn more about The Ark and all of the things we do beyond recycling wetsuits, check us out on EastlinkTV's "Behind the Scenes" this Wednesday at 7:30pm.

Divert NS
Lawrencetown Surf Co.
Surfrider Foundation Atlantic Canada
Eastlink