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Blue Bioeconomy Insights Report: Immediate Solution to Canadian Job Creation and Economic Security
OTTAWA, ON (APRIL 9, 2025) – A new federal government must be focused on reviving Canada’s economy. Seafood farming is a critical economic solution for Canada. Seafood farming, otherwise known as aquaculture – the farming of fish, shellfish and seaweeds – is a massive economic opportunity that Canada has a responsibility to sustainably develop. It is […]
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Canada’s Continued Right Whale Protections Welcome — Oceana Urges Ropeless Gear and Mandatory Slowdowns to Prevent Extinction
Today, the Canadian government announced it will continue existing measures to protect critically endangered North Atlantic right whales. Oceana Canada welcomes this commitment but warns that the current approach is not enough to save the species from extinction. North Atlantic right whales continue to face major threats of entanglements in fishing gear and collisions with […]
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Canadian fish and seafood highlighted at Seafood Expo North America
From: Fisheries and Oceans Canada March 21, 2025 Ottawa, Ontario – Bounded by three oceans—the Pacific, Arctic and Atlantic—Canada is home to the longest coastline and some of the best quality fish and seafood products. We are known for our high standards for sustainability and food safety. Our premium fish and seafood continues to be […]
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Nipissing First Nation testing traditional territory waters and the fish for PFAS – Anishinabek News
March 21, 2025 NIPISSING FIRST NATION—Area water and fish have been tested for PFAS, now Nipissing First Nation waits on the results. Nipissing First Nation’s Environment Manager Curtis Avery is having tests conducted for PFAS (per- and poly-fluorinated alkyl substances) contamination from North Bay’s military base on Nipissing First Nation traditional territory and tributaries. Curtis […]
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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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DFO Releases FFHPP Risk Management Framework Overview
February 5, 2025 The Department of Fisheries and Oceans Canda’s (DFO) Fish and Fish Habitat Protection Program (FFHPP) has released its Risk Management Framework Overview for informational purposes, on the Talk Fish Habitat website. This document: provides information about FFHPP’s risk management approach serves as a foundation for future engagement on policies, guidance and tools related to […]
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Self-Inflicted Damage to Canada’s Aquaculture Sector Must Be Stopped in Face of Trump Tariff Threats
Production data underlines urgent need to stop damaging Trudeau policies and embark on a positive pathway to strength through sustainable growth OTTAWA, ON – Today, the Canadian Aquaculture Industry Alliance (CAIA) released its analysis of 2023 Statistics Canada aquaculture production and trade data. The data confirms that actions taken by the Trudeau federal government have […]
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Grand Council Treaty #3 Launches New Watercraft Decontamination Stations
December 20, 2024 With the arrival of winter weather and ensuing shift from fieldwork, the Territorial Planning Unit has been hard at work developing innovative strategies to improve aquatic invasive species prevention efforts in the territory come spring. Grand Council Treaty #3 is pleased to announce the launch of new watercraft decontamination stations to be […]
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Ontario Boosting Its Fish Populations
December 16, 2024 $75 million investment to support recreational fishing and conservation efforts NORTH BAY — The Ontario government is investing over $75 million to update Ontario’s fish hatchery program to provide better fishing opportunities across the province. Infrastructure upgrades are planned for three critical fish culture stations to increase the production of key fish […]
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Joint Statement – Detection of Dermo in oysters in Nova Scotia
From: Canadian Food Inspection Agency November 27, 2024 The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has confirmed the presence of Dermo (also known as Perkinsosis) in oyster samples collected in Merigomish, Nova Scotia. Dermo does not pose a risk to human health or food safety, but it can cause increased oyster mortality and decreased growth rates. […]
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