Nova Scotia has an unprecedented opportunity to create jobs and economic growth in
its coastal communities by capitalising on aquacultures potential, says Pamela Parker,
Executive Director of the Atlantic Canada Fish Farmers Association (ACFFA). The
strategy released today will help guide the growth of our sector, and were really happy
to see the Nova Scotia government has a focused plan to do that.
Ms Parker says Atlantic salmon farmers look forward to working collaboratively with the
Nova Scotia government and other stakeholders as the strategy is implemented over the
next three years.
We just have to look to New Brunswick and Newfoundland to see the kind of results
that strategic planning can bring. Salmon farming has created 1,870 jobs in Charlotte
County, NB alone. An area once considered one of the poorest areas of the province is
now one of the most dynamic, says Ms Parker. Newfoundland has seen the value of its
industry rise by 50 per cent in one year from $60 million in 2009 to $90 million in 2010.
Ms Parker says coastal communities benefit from a diversified economic base that includes
aquaculture, traditional fisheries, the recreational fishery and tourism.
We are committed to a future where our three sectors remain healthy partners in the
regions working waterfront, says Ms Parker.
Samon Farmers Welcome Aquaculture Strategy
CANADA - Nova Scotias Aquaculture Strategy is an important stepin the development of the provinces sustainable salmon farming sector, says theAtlantic Canada Fish Farmers Association.
