Oceana Canada seeks to make our oceans as rich, healthy and abundant as they once were. Canada has the world's longest coastline and is responsible for 2.76 million square kilometers of ocean. This real estate makes Canada one of the world’s major fishing nations, catching 1.1 million metric tons of fish each year, or 1.6 per cent of the world’s wild fish catch by weight, and consistently ranking within the top 25 fish-producing countries in the world. But even with these high yields, Canadian fisheries are performing below their full potential. Fortunately, we know how to fix things. Science-based fishery management – which establishes science-based catch limits, reduces bycatch and protects habitat — is helping the oceans rebound and recover where it is established. Oceana Canada campaigns for national policies that rebuild fisheries and return Canada’s formerly vibrant oceans to health; reduce the harvesting of depleted fisheries; and avoid impacts to other species. We also work to protect key habitat for fish to breed and grow to maturity. Our campaigns address increasing fisheries management transparency and paving the way to recovery for Canada’s depleted fish populations.
Redfish have made a remarkable comeback since 2011 and Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) recently announced an end to the…
Fisheries Analyst Preferred location: Halifax, NS or Vancouver, BC Period: January 9 to August 31, 2023, temporary full-time Reports to:…
Ottawa, ON – Today, the Monterey Bay Aquarium Seafood Watch program added over a dozen Canadian and U.S. fisheries, including lobster…
Oceana Canada supports the federal government’s announcement of $2 billion for Canada’s Ocean Protection Plan. The oceans are the life support system…
With even just a brief glance, you can quickly figure out how the Atlantic wolfish was named. Their large, canine-like…
For more than half a century, the plastics industry has deflected blame on to consumers or “litter bugs” for plastic…
This is a Mother’s Day for the books! This season, a total of 17 calves were born to the critically…
Narwhals are an Arctic whale species, commonly identified by their unique tusk which protrudes from their foreheads. This tusk has…
Is Canada contributing to a global web of illegal fishing? When Canadians order seafood at a restaurant in Toronto or…
Despite significant government commitments and investments in sustainable fisheries, only a quarter of Canada’s fish populations are considered healthy. Economically…
A report featuring new data from leading fisheries economists released today by Oceana Canada reveals that Canada’s weak seafood supply chain traceability…
Oceana Calls on NOAA Fisheries for Immediate Action to Save Whales from Extinction. A new estimate from NOAA Fisheries finds…
llegal, unreported and unregulated fishing is harming the world’s oceans – but what exactly is this phenomenon and what is Canada’s doing…
Humboldt squid are a large squid that lives throughout the eastern Pacific Ocean. They are part of the flying squid…
To slow down the ships, the governments in Canada and the U.S. have implemented voluntary and mandatory speed restriction zones for vessels.
That’s why Oceana is calling on governments in Canada and the U.S. to take immediate action to stop the killing and save these whales from extinction.
Alexandra Cousteau checks in with Fisheries and Oceans Canada’s Senior Oceans Biologist, Marie-Hélène Thériault to find out what we’ve discovered during the Gulf of St. Lawrence Expedition.
Alexandra Cousteau checks in with Fisheries and Oceans Canada’s Senior Oceans Biologist, Marie-Hélène Thériault to find out what we’ve discovered…
Throughout the Gulf of St. Lawrence Expedition, Oceana Canada and Fisheries and Oceans Canada have been living and working aboard the Canadian Coast Guard science vessel Martha L. Black. Follow Alexandra Cousteau for a tour of the vessel and see how scientists live when they are conducting research at sea.
In the coming weeks, The Scuba News Canada will be featuring videos by Oceana Canada on the exploration of the Gulf…
A report released 29 Novemember 2019 from Oceana Canada, Mystery Fish: Seafood Fraud in Canada and How to Stop It, revealed alarming results of seafood fraud in the nation’s capital. Almost half of the samples tested—45 out of 98—were mislabelled. One third (33) were considered species substitution, since the name on the menu or label did not match the type of fish being sold
A report released 29 Novemember 2019 from Oceana Canada, Mystery Fish: Seafood Fraud in Canada and How to Stop It, revealed…
Chefs, restaurant owners and sustainable seafood leaders from across the country have added their names to an open letter urging the government take action to stop seafood fraud. By improving boat-to-plate traceability, the government can help ensure that all fish sold in Canada is honestly labelled, legally caught and fully traceable.
Chefs, restaurant owners and sustainable seafood leaders from across the country have added their names to an open letter urging…
Oceana Canada, leading scientists and Alexandra Cousteau, Senior Oceana Advisor and granddaughter of Jacques-Yves Cousteau, will set sail to explore never-before-seen parts of the Gulf of St. Lawrence
Exploring and Protecting Canada’s Oceans. Gulf of St. Lawrence Expedition, August 2017 Oceana Canada, leading scientists and Alexandra Cousteau, Senior Oceana…
Seafood harvested in Canada are caught by a wide variety of fishing gears. Some gear types are known to be harmful to the health of the ocean because they are non-selective, removing species indiscriminately and damaging habitat.
Seafood harvested in Canada are caught by a wide variety of fishing gears. Some gear types are known to be…
Up to 10.3 million tonnes of sea life is unintentionally caught each year around the world, captured in nets, lines and other gear. Some of this is kept and sold, or released safely; but far too much is put back in the ocean, either dead or dying. In Canada, this includes endangered and threatened species like whales, turtles, sharks and fish.
Up to 10.3 million tonnes of sea life is unintentionally caught each year around the world, captured in nets, lines…
Whether through following Oceana Canada or recent news stories, chances are you’ve heard about the problem of seafood fraud – the dishonest practice of swapping one type of fish for another species or mislabeling seafood products. Even more likely is that at one point or another, you’ve been the victim of a seafood scam.
Whether through following Oceana Canada or recent news stories, chances are you’ve heard about the problem of seafood fraud –…
Many people don’t really know what’s in our oceans. When asked to name a species, we’re likely to mention an adorable marine mammal, such as a whale. Whales are indeed amazing animals, but there are plenty of other species in the ocean that make up a diverse and fascinating ecosystem. Here are just some of the unique species found in Canada’s oceans that you likely haven’t heard of.
Many people don’t really know what’s in our oceans. When asked to name a species, we’re likely to mention an…
According to the most comprehensive and up-to-date public analysis ever conducted on the state of Canada’s fish, only 24 per cent of Canada’s fish stocks are considered healthy, and the health of 45 per cent cannot be determined due to a lack of data.
Canada’s fish populations, and the health of our oceans, are at risk. According to the most comprehensive and up-to-date public analysis ever…
Earlier this summer a great white shark sighting was reported off the Atlantic coast of Canada. Although these sightings are rare, white sharks do visit Canadian waters, in fact their range extends from sub-arctic to tropical waters. To help boost your shark smarts, we’re counting down five facts about white sharks.
Earlier this summer a great white shark sighting was reported off the Atlantic coast of Canada. Although these sightings are…
On the 26th October 2016 at Oceana Canada’s symposium, Rebuilding Abundance: Restoring Canada’s Fisheries for Long-Term Prosperity, the Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, Minister of Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard, announced that his department has released key information on the status of Canadian fish stocks, sharing the results of an annual Sustainability Survey for Fisheries, and investing additional funds to increase science capacity.
On the 26th October 2016 at Oceana Canada’s symposium, Rebuilding Abundance: Restoring Canada’s Fisheries for Long-Term Prosperity, the Honourable Dominic…
On October 26, 2016, Oceana Canada will bring together leading fisheries experts in Ottawa for the landmark science symposium, Rebuilding Abundance: Restoring Canada’s Fisheries for Long-Term Prosperity.
On October 26, 2016, Oceana Canada will bring together leading fisheries experts in Ottawa for the landmark science symposium, Rebuilding…
The Government of Canada is consulting with Canadians to hear their views on how to improve various environmental regulations, including the Fisheries Act, before August 31, 2016.
Take Action – Your Voice is Needed The Government of Canada is consulting with Canadians to hear their views on…
We’re excited to announce the launch of a new report on the state of Canada’s fisheries, called Here’s the Catch: How to Restore Abundance to Canada’s Oceans.