Aquaculture

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Update: British Columbia Supreme Court (BCSC) Decision regarding management of aquaculture in B.C. (February 9, 2009)

Sustainable Aquaculture Development

The Government of Canada announced a $70 million investment over five years in Budget 2008. This funding will create the conditions for the Canadian aquaculture industry to succeed and grow in an economic and environmentally sustainable manner
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• National Aquaculture Strategic Action Plan Initiative – Strengthening Sustainable Aquaculture Development in Canada

Aquaculture Innovation and Market Access Program (AIMAP)

Deadline to Submit Proposals

A national call for proposals will be issued in October 2009 and proposals will be accepted until December 4, 2009. The National Review Committee will review and evaluate the proposals in a timely manner

Aquaculture in the World Media

More facts needed in salmon debate
Victoria Times Colonist (Sept 23, 2009)

Inaccurate charges mar discussions over future of B.C.'s fish farms.
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Fine Dining In A Feed Shed
June 9, 2009

300 sailors from 29 sailboats enjoyed a salmon dinner and overnight berth at Marine Harvest’s Hardwicke site. The sailors are competitors in the 10th anniversary of the bi-annual Van Isle 360 sponsored by Save-on-Foods.

• Video clip of Fine Dining in a Feed Shed event (YouTube)