CFN: Fisheries Resources Reconciliation Agreement means increased say in management of oceans
Press Release The historic Fisheries Resource Reconciliation Agreement will provide funding for access to commercial fishing opportunities for the eight Coastal First Nations member communities. The recently announced signing of…
National, Regional and Mi’kmaw Chiefs Met Today to Discuss Livelihood Fisheries
Press Release September 8, 2021 Today the Assembly of Nova Scotia Mi’kmaw Chiefs (Assembly) met with the Assembly of First Nations’ (AFN) National Chief RoseAnne Archibald and Nova Scotia and…
Assembly Supports Pictou Landing Netukulimk Harvesters
Press Release September 1, 2021 This morning, Pictou Landing’s netukulimk harvesters loaded their vessels to begin their first day of harvesting of the season. They were immediately approached by Conservation…
NFN: Commercial Fishery Seasonal Closure
Press Release Commercial Fishery Closes for the 2021 Season on September 15th August 27, 2021 – Nipissing First Nation’s Chief and Council have mandated the closure of the commercial fishery…
SCO Denounces Detainment of Sipenkne’katik First Nation Chief
Press Release August 17, 2021 ANISHINAABE AND DAKOTA TERRITORY, MB —The Southern Chief’s Organization (SCO) decries the detainment of Chief Mike Sack, of the Sipekne’katik First Nation. “I have stated…
Fisheries and Oceans Canada and Listuguj Mi’gmaq Government Reach Agreement on a Fall Commercial Lobster Season
Press Release From: Fisheries and Oceans Canada Ottawa, Ontario – The Government of Canada is committed to its relationship with Indigenous peoples and to honouring the Peace and Friendship Treaties between…
Funding announced for pilot Inuit Stewardship program in Sanikiluaq
Press Release From: Fisheries and Oceans Canada August 13, 2021 Iqaluit, Nunavut – Oceans are vital to the livelihoods of communities across Canada. We’ve made tremendous strides in protecting our…
Coastal First Nations sign Fisheries Resources Reconciliation Agreement with Canada
Press Release Vancouver, BC – The Government of Canada is committed to a renewed relationship with Indigenous Peoples based on the recognition of rights, respect, cooperation and partnership. Delivering on…
Atlantic Fisheries Fund Investing $11.2 Million in Newfoundland and Labrador’s Fishing Industry
Press Release August 12, 2021 The Governments of Newfoundland and Labrador and Canada today announced strategic investments through the Atlantic Fisheries Fund. A total contribution of $11.2 million is being invested…
Government of Canada taking next steps to develop wild Atlantic salmon conservation approach
Press Release From: Fisheries and Oceans Canada Le 12 août 2021 Ottawa, Canada – Wild Atlantic salmon is an iconic species that has special significance for Indigenous communities and the…
