Fisheries

Fisheries and Oceans Canada's (DFO's) fisheries management program works to provide Canadians with a sustainable fishery resource that provides for an economically viable and diverse industry. Protection and conservation of fisheries resources are a key component of fisheries management. DFO manages fisheries according to credible, science-based, affordable and effective practices.

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News and Recent Documents

Implications of the Saulnier decision for DFO Licensing Policies (December 2009)

Minister Shea Launches New Catch Certification Office to Support Exporters of Fish and Seafood Products to European Union (December 2009)

Minister Shea Takes Action to Ensure Funding Flows to Lobster Program (November 2009)

Canada's Policy for Conservation of Wild Atlantic Salmon (August 2009)

Restructuring of Canada's Atlantic Lobster Industry (September 2009)

Northern Shrimp - Shrimp Fishing Areas (SFAs) 0-7 and the Flemish Cap (July 2009)

First Nation Participation in Commercial Fisheries Following the Marshall Decision (September 2009)

National Recreational Fisheries Awards - Recipients in 2009 (May 2009)

Northern Shrimp Advisory Committee Meeting (May 2009)

Proceedings Report - November 17-18, 2008 Industry Consultations on Issuing Licences to Companies, Cooperatives and Partnerships (May 2009)

Canada's 2009 Seal Hunt (March 2009)