Fisheries and Oceans Canada
www.dfo-mpo.gc.ca
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Oceans Management Approach
The Government of Canada is using a modern and coordinated approach to manage the impact of human activities on Canada’s oceans in a sustainable manner, creating a balance between protecting marine ecosystems and maintaining a prosperous economy. This section of the site includes:
Federal, provincial and terrirotial governments and Aboriginal peoples play a role in managing our oceans.
Various initiatives to protect fragile marine environments, counter pollution and strengthen preventive measures.
A collaborative way of making decision on how Canada's marine resources can best be developed and protected.
Marine protected areas have a critical role to play in the protection and conservation of Canada's rich and varied marine environments.
