Notice of Invoking Subs. 70(3) of the Fishery (General) Regulations

The Minister of Fisheries and Oceans has approved an extension to complete the rebuilding plan for the stock described below as permitted in subs. 70(3) of the Fishery (General) Regulations.

Stock: West Coast Vancouver Island Chinook

Revised target completion date of the rebuilding plan: 04/04/2025

Rationale: The rebuilding plan development timeline for West Coast Vancouver Island (WCVI) Chinook was extended by twelve (12) months past its original completion date of April 4, 2024 to allow for additional time to:

• finalize and confirm required science advice for the plan, including a peer-reviewed science process to provide advice on a limit reference point for the WCVI Chinook stock management unit
• consult and engage on the plan with First Nations and stakeholders

Date of decision: 2024-02-16