Aerial view of Basin Head

Aerial view of Basin Head and Fisheries Museum
Photo: John Sylvester

Eastern end of Basin Head Harbour

Irish moss

The community of Happy Adventure is located on the Eastport Peninsula, near Round Island - one of the two areas included in the Eastport MPA.

The picturesque fishing village of Salvage is located near Duck Island - one of the two areas included in the Eastport MPA

The sun sparkles off the peaceful waters of Gilbert Bay, Labrador.

The MPA designation of Gilbert Bay will protect a genetically unique species of northern cod.

The reddish-brown to golden colored cod in Gilbert Bay are genetically distinct from other northern cod.