In Washington, D.C., Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard Sean Casey (Charlottetown, PEI) welcomed guests to an event hosted by Ocean Networks Canada focused on how Canada and the United State can continue to work together on oceans science. During his visit, Casey met with key stakeholders such as the Ocean Networks Canada, … Read more
The Government of Canada announced it is moving forward with a suite of initiatives that will ensure that our aquaculture sector is economically successful and environmentally sustainable. Key initiatives in our renewed approach include: A study on the alternative technologies for aquaculture, including land and sea-based closed containment technology; Moving towards an area-based approach to … Read more
Minister of Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard Jonathan Wilkinson (North Vancouver, B.C.) joined provincial and territorial partners to announce the launch the Canadian Fish and Seafood Opportunities Fund, a new cost-shared fund (70 per cent federal and 30 per cent provincial territorial) to promote market access and development for the fish and seafood industry. The … Read more
Minister of Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard Jonathan Wilkinson (North Vancouver, B.C.) and B.C. Minister of Agriculture, Lana Popham, highlighted an announcement from the Fall Economic Statement 2018 to support wild pacific salmon. The federal and provincial governments will create a British Columbia Salmon Restoration and Innovation Fund. Canada will contribute over $100 million in federal … Read more
Minister of Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard Jonathan Wilkinson (North Vancouver, B.C.) announced up to $1 million to the World Economic Forum’s Friends of Ocean Action and for the Government of Canada’s support to the United Nations Special Envoy for the Ocean. This funding will help advance the implementation of the UN’s Sustainable Development Goal 14 to … Read more
Minister of Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard Jonathan Wilkinson (North Vancouver, B.C.) announced an additional investment of up to $9.5 million in funding to advance activities of the Decade of Ocean Science. This investment complements Canada’s previous commitments to international ocean science efforts and will be used towards the creation of a project office … Read more
Minister of Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard Jonathan Wilkinson (North Vancouver, B.C.) reiterated Canada’s commitment to working with the global community to support resilient coasts and coastal communities by highlighting the following Canadian investments: $10 million to the Pacific Initiative for Biodiversity, Climate Change and Resilience. Funding for this joint initiative with the European Union, … Read more
National Revenue Minister Diane Lebouthillier (Gaspésie-Îles-de-la-Madeleine, Que.) announced that the Government of Canada is investing $16 million in small craft harbour improvement projects across Quebec. The full release is available online. Call 613-992-3474. Fisheries and Oceans Canada has updated and improved its online aquatic species at risk mapping tool. The improved interactive mapping tool allows Canadians to … Read more
Minister of Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard Jonathan Wilkinson (North Vancouver, B.C.) announced six locations for the new radars and the expanded coverage they will provide as part of the Coast Guard’s Marine Communication and Traffic Services network. These areas were chosen based on existing gaps in radar coverage and prioritized based on traffic … Read more
Fisheries and Oceans Canada is specifically looking for Made-in-Canada innovations that will protect our marine environments and wildlife, and foster sustainable economic prosperity. The following challenges are now open to Canadian businesses for submissions: Remove and Manage Ghost Fishing Gear and Marine Debris (closes December 13, 2018); Sustainable Fishing and Aquaculture Gear (closes December 13, 2018); Recycling of Fiber-Reinforced … Read more
