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What is ghost gear
Learn what causes abandoned, lost or discarded fishing gear and the impacts on the marine environment.
Report lost or retrieved gear
A mandatory requirement for fish harvesters and authorized retrievers.
Ghost Gear program
Canada’s work to address ghost gear as part of its commitment to achieve zero plastic waste by 2030.
Ghost Gear funding
Between 2020-2025, DFO has provided more than $58.4M to 144 projects; 134 within Canada and 10 internationally.
Data on lost and retrieved gear
The latest data on lost and retrieved gear.
International Fishing Gear Innovation Summit
Canada-led conferences to share and discuss tools and practices to prevent ghost gear and minimize whale interactions.
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Resources to take action to fight climate change and protect the environment.
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