Federal fish science analyses continue to muddy the waters in salmon farm fight
Competing analyses are providing new ammunition in the debate over the link between sea lice, B.C.’s coastal salmon farms, and the feds’ upcoming 2029 open-net ban.
The markets are hungry for Canadian cod. Will we deliver?
With a decision from the fisheries minister expected any day now, the global and local realities of northern cod are aligning to create a well-timed economic opportunity.
Oceans must take centre stage in nation-building projects
We are a maritime nation, and it is vital that oceans feature prominently in our nation-building in ways that benefit the entire country.
Rebuilding Canada’s fisheries for climate and economic security
Oceana Canada’s analysis shows that by applying existing science-based law and policy, the number of healthy fish populations in Canada could rise from 35 per cent to nearly 80 per cent within a decade—delivering long-term stability and economic growth within our lifetime.
B.C. suit says feds used consultations to justify ‘bad-faith’ Discovery Island salmon farming ban
Cermaq Canada is alleging former fisheries minister Joyce Murray disregarded the advice of her department and government scientists.
To protect nature, Canada must ratify the High Seas Treaty
We border three large oceans that are filled with countless species that do not recognize the 200-mile limit between national and international waters. If we want to preserve these places and animals for future generations of Canadians, a high seas treaty is essential.
Feds’ plan for fish-farm transition no catch, say wild salmon, industry advocates
Despite opposing views on the ban, advocates for the industry and the First Nations who operate salmon farms agree the government’s draft transition plan is lacking.
Reconciliation that works for all in Canada’s fisheries
The principles of the Marshall decisions must be translated into into meaningful policies that respect Indigenous rights, the livelihoods of non-Indigenous fishers, social acceptability, and regional harmony.
Federal resource management decisions undermine collective power of community-based fisheries
More must be done by our federal government to protect working Canadians, middle-class jobs, and maritime culture.
N.L. minister slams feds for ‘total chaos and poor decision-making’ on fisheries file
Gerry Byrne, the fisheries minister for Newfoundland and Labrador, says fisheries management is ‘all about politics’ for the federal government.
