Facts on Canadian Fisheries

Fisheries and Oceans Canada works to secure the future of our wild capture fisheries through sustainable and responsible fisheries managment that is science based, applies the precautionary approach, addresses ecosystem considerations and uses a risk based approach to managing our resources.

Please read more about Canada's key fisheries. Visit again soon, as this site is still growing.

• American Lobster
• Atlantic Scallops
• Atlantic Swordfish
• (Northern) Shrimp
• Pacific Halibut
• Snow Crab

Canada's Wild Fisheries: Facts and Figures

Fish and seafood is one of the largest single food commodities exported by Canada and we are committed to the sustainability of this valuable natural resource. Approximately eighty-five percent of our wild capture fish and seafood products are exported around the world and are a significant driver of our nation's economy, generating more than $3.4 billion in export revenues in 2010.

Fish and Seafood Fact Sheets from Agri-Food Canada

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada's site for Canadian fish and seafood market information.