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Government of Canada is taking action to protect the Southern Resident killer whale
From: Fisheries and Oceans Canada March 6, 2025 Ottawa, Ontario – Canada’s west coast is home to one of the most iconic and recognizable marine species – the Southern Resident killer whale. This species faces imminent threats to its recovery and survival that all levels of government must work together to address. The three primary […]
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The Government of Canada and the Province of New Brunswick announce more than $13.3 million in funding to support innovation and sustainability in the fisheries sector
From: Fisheries and Oceans Canada March 6, 2025 Shippagan, New Brunswick – Fisheries are vital to many coastal communities and a driving force of the economy in Atlantic Canada. The seafood sector is a rapidly changing environment, with new and innovative technologies being adopted to improve efficiency, seafood quality, and sustainability. To support these new […]
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2025 elver fishery to open with strengthened regulations
From: Fisheries and Oceans Canada March 3, 2024 Dartmouth, Nova Scotia – An orderly and well regulated elver fishery is essential for the long term sustainability of this high-value species. Now that strengthened regulations and tracking tools are in place to allow for the harvest, Fisheries and Oceans Canada is consulting with licence holders to […]
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Nunavut Fishery Regulations Working Group Releases Policy Intentions Paper
(February 28, 2025 – Iqaluit, Nunavut) Nunavut Tunngavik Incorporated (NTI) is pleased to announce the completion of the Nunavut Fishery Regulations Policy Intentions Paper, which proposes policy and management objectives for the future Nunavut Fishery Regulations (NFR). The policy intentions paper was co-developed by the NFR working group, made up of members from Fisheries and […]
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Climate Change Funding for Seafood Companies; Another Call for Applications
Feb 28, 2025 Fourteen seafood companies and related organizations across the province are receiving funding to help reduce their carbon footprint. The projects, supported through the Fisheries and Aquaculture Energy Efficiency Innovation Fund, range from the first zero-emission electric lobster boat in Canada to solar power at lobster and bait facilities. “Addressing climate change continues […]
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Government of Canada hosts the Second International Fishing Gear Innovation Summit
From: Fisheries and Oceans Canada February 27, 2025 Moncton, NB – Yesterday, Fisheries and Oceans Canada concluded the 2nd International Fishing Gear Innovation Summit in Moncton, New Brunswick. This solutions-driven forum showcased the leadership of Canada’s fish harvesting community in protecting the economic prosperity of Canada’s fisheries and coastal communities while finding ways to improve […]
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Biotoxin Update, February 25, 2025
February 24, 2025 General Information Area openings are dependent upon regular submission and analysis of samples for biotoxin analysis, as set out in a biotoxin monitoring protocol administered by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA). Three consecutive mussel samples, along with a sample of the targeted food species containing acceptable levels of biotoxin must be […]
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Government of Canada investing more than $3.7 million in projects across the country to help fight aquatic invasive species
From: Fisheries and Oceans Canada February 25, 2025 Sherbrooke, Quebec – With the longest coastline on the planet and approximately 20% of the world’s freshwater resources, Canada is home to incredibly diverse aquatic ecosystems. However, ecosystem threats are on the rise. After habitat loss, invasive species are the second biggest threat to global biodiversity. Aquatic invasive […]
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Government of Canada invests over $1.1 million to drive innovation in the blue economy
From: Pacific Economic Development Canada PacifiCan funding will boost Vancouver Island’s sustainable food economy, fuelling prosperity for coastal regions and Indigenous communities February 20, 2025 – Vancouver Island, British Columbia – PacifiCan With its strategic location along the Pacific Ocean, rich marine biodiversity, and advanced research institutions, British Columbia is uniquely positioned to drive innovation […]
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Three Nunavik communities get $2M to improve marine safety – Nunatsiaq News
Feb 12, 2025 Money to be used to purchase boats and boat-related equipment The federal government plans to spend close to $2 million to upgrade marine response capabilities in five Indigenous communities, including three in Nunavik. The funding is targeted toward communities that are members of the Canadian Coast Guard Auxiliary. It will be used […]
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