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Government of Canada invests in further protecting Canada’s waters from aquatic invasive species
From: Fisheries and Oceans Canada Vancouver, British Columbia – Threats to biodiversity are being felt across Canada and the world. After habitat loss, invasive species are the second biggest threat to global biodiversity. Aquatic invasive species pose a serious threat to Canada’s waters, economy and society. They can grow quickly, compete with native species and […]
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UBCIC and BCAFN Support the First Nations Wild Salmon Alliance Call for Federal Action on Protecting Wild Salmon
(xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish) and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh)/Vancouver, B.C.)The Union of BC Indian Chiefs (UBCIC) and the BC Assembly of First Nations (BCAFN) welcome the recent advocacy to political leaders in Ottawa by the First Nations Wild Salmon Alliance (FNWSA) which calls for urgent action by federal leaders to protect wild salmon, a precious and vital […]
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Herring spawn brings wildlife show to Port McNeill – Victoria Times Colonist
Department of Fisheries and Oceans has no record of a spawn occurring in the location since it began keeping records in 1950, but the ‘Namgis First Nation’s history shows one in the area decades ago. A herring spawn never before recorded off Port McNeill is delighting residents as it attracts sea lions, bald eagles and […]
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Island First Nation, aquaculture companies challenge Discovery Island fish farm closures in court – Chemainus Valley Courier
Mar. 21, 2023 Feds made the announcement to close fish farms in Discovery Island region last month The We Wai Kai First Nation and seafood giants Cermaq, Grieg Seafood and MOWI Canada West have filed an application for a judicial review to the Department of Fisheries and Oceans (DFO) decision to close 15 fish farms […]
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Canada Celebrates the Successful Conclusion of the Leadership Forum at IMPAC5 – the Fifth International Marine Protected Areas Congress
From: Fisheries and Oceans Canada February 9, 2023 Vancouver, British Columbia – Oceans play an essential role in the lives of people around the world. To promote the long-term sustainability of the world ocean and ensure that future generations are able to benefit from our marine resources, the global community must work together to combat climate […]
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Marine Protected Area Network partners endorse plan to protect British Columbia’s North Coast
From: Fisheries and Oceans Canada February 5, 2023 Vancouver, British Columbia – The blueprint for a vast network of marine protected areas (MPAs) across the northern third of Canada’s West Coast is being unveiled after more than a decade of work. Today, 15 First Nations, the Government of Canada, and the Government of British Columbia (B.C.) […]
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Media advisory: Government of Canada Partners with Ocean Wise to Amplify the Voice of Young Professionals at IMPAC5
From: Fisheries and Oceans Canada Media advisory Vancouver, British Columbia – The Honourable Joyce Murray, Minister of Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard, will announce a partnership with Ocean Wise that will amplify youth voices at the Fifth International Marine Protected Areas Congress (IMPAC5) which takes place next month in Vancouver. Minister Murray will […]
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