BC Salmon Forum Releases New Report on Lice
BRITISH COLUMBIA - To facilitate public understanding of the science concerning sea lice and Pacific salmon, the BC Pacific Salmon Forum has published a comprehensive review by independent biologist Dr. Brian Harvey, entitled 'Science and Sea Lice:...

Joint Initiative to Improve Habitat and Sustainability
CANADA - A Memorandum of Understanding has been agreed by the Canadian Government and the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) to protect and enhance fish and fish habitat throughout the country.

$24 Million to Boost Newfoundland Industry
CANADA - Around CAN$24 million will be ploughed into Newfoundland's aquaculture sector by federal government and private sector to advance the industry off the south coast.

BC Salmon Farmers Welcome Federal Commitment
BRITISH COLUMBIA - The CAN$70 million-worth of Government funding for Canada’s aquaculture industry has been welcomed wholeheartedly by industry stake holder.

Fisheries Policy to Benefit from Provincial Funding
CANADA- Newfoundland and Labrador's provincial government has announced a $10,000 contribution to the Municipalities fisheries committee. It will enable continued assistance and advisory work on the region's fisheries policy and the Fishing Industry Renewal...

Where Will the Meat Come From
CANADA - The world’s population is increasing by 78 million each year, and by 2030, more than eight billion people will inhabit the Earth.

QA Certification for Cooke Aquaculture
NEW BRUNSWICK - The freshwater division of Cooke Aquaculture has earned accreditation to the Seafood Trust's Certified Quality Salmon Eco - Label.

A Sea-friendly Way to Farm Fish
CANADA - Closed containers are the key to a successful future for farmed salmon enterprises, according to AgriMarine Industries. And it's poised to unveil its first full-size farm this spring.

Marine Harvest Canada publishes sea lice management plan
CANADA - In response to public concern over the impact of raised salmon on local wild populations, Marine Harvest Canada has issued a publication detailing its sea lice management plan for the Broughton Archipelago in British Columbia.

First Nation Frustration at Government Stance on Lice
BRITISH COLUMBIA - A meeting between First Nations chief Bob Chamberline and Agriculture Minister Pat Bell for action on sea lice, has deepened concerns about sea lice infestation on British Columbia's coast.

Federal Shellfish Program Poses Consumer Risks
OTTAWA - Canadian consumer health could be at risk from the inconsistencies of federal inspection policies. The regulations used to police the shellfish industry are fraught with problems there are concerns that consumers may suffer, says a newly released...

First Global Study Finds Fish Farms Detrimental to Wild Salmon Populations
HALIFAX - Wild salmon populations generally decline in rivers where fish farms exist, according to the first global assessment of how aquaculture impacts wild salmon.

Fishery Value Reaches High for 2007
CANADA - Newfoundland and Labrador fisheries were valued at almost CAN$1 billion last year - an historic high and due to increased landings and better returns for key species.

Foodservice Honours for BC's Salmon Industry
CANADA - British Columbia Salmon Farmers has received Special Recognition Award for their outstanding samples of farm-raised Atlantic salmon.

Leading the Field Through Dialogue and Co-operation
CANADA - New Brunswick's salmon farmers are creating local solutions to the global challenge of seafood sustainability.

Charr Partnership for First Nation and Top Producer
NOVA SCOTIA - Arctic Charr specialist Icy Waters has joined forces with the Millbrook First Nation to form an international partnership that will produce and market the premium quality freshwater finfish.

Shellfish Opportunity May at Last Bear Fruit
BRITISH COLUMBIA - Don Tillapaugh, Director of Nanaimo's Centre for Shellfish Research says greater investment in British Columbia's shellfish industry will help it realise its true potential.

Aquaculture: Mutual Interests for Atlantic Ministers
CANADA - Politicians representing Canada's Atlantic provinces have reached regional agreements in six key areas and four themes of importance - and one of them is aquaculture.

First Nation Wants Fish Farm Re-location
CANADA - Ahousaht First Nation will not support Mainstream Canada’s application to renew a fish-farm tenure at Dixon Bay.

Quality Focus For Cooke's New Salmon Plant
NEWFOUNDLAND - Cooke Aquaculture has started processing salmon at the refurbished Harbour Breton fish plant.

Green Denial: Malachite Traces in Clayoquot Fish
BRITISH COLUMBIA - A Tofino-area salmon farm has suspended operations after traces of Malachite Green were found in products bound for the US seafood market.

Government Reports Show High Compliance, But Critics Not Convinced
VICTORIA – Provincial reports on British Columbia's aquaculture sector show that the industry is committed to upholding a high level of environmental standards and is serious about co-existing with wild salmon stocks. However, critics have dubbed the...