Canada’s support of UN’s aquaculture guidelines rings hollow in B.C.
Canada says new guidelines will be a tool to promote sustainable aquaculture domestically and abroad, even as it scales back salmon farming in British Columbia….
Seafood farmers call for a ‘new aquaculture era’ in Canada
Canada’s federal and provincial governments are being challenged by seafood farmers to develop a new vision to grow the nation’s aquaculture sector By Fabian DawsonSeaWestNews…
UN agency calls for more aquaculture, seafood farming
“Ensuring the expansion of sustainable aquaculture is of fundamental importance for consumers,” – Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO). By Fabian DawsonSeaWestNews…
National indigenous group wants a rethink on salmon farming ban in B.C.
National Circle for Indigenous Agriculture and Food decries hearsay, activism, and negative messaging about salmon farming in B.C. By Fabian DawsonSeaWestNews A national Indigenous organization…
Open-net fish farms can continue to operate in B.C.
Open-net aquaculture will continue in British Columbia for species other than salmon, such as sablefish states Department of Fisheries and Oceans By Fabian DawsonSeaWestNews Open-net…
Union slams plan to ban ocean salmon farms in BC
First Nations also denounce Canadian actors William Shatner and Ryan Reynolds for a video filled with profanity that attacks the salmon farming sector. By Fabian…
Open-net salmon farming ban in BC is illogical: The Food Prof.
“To me it doesn’t make any logical sense to do what the government is doing right now…from a food security perspective this decision is incredibly…
Ocean salmon farming ban in BC puts thousands of jobs at risk
“Many of us have recently bought houses and are starting families, and now we have no idea what our future holds…we as young people are…
Ban on ocean salmon farms in BC triggers fierce backlash
Liberal government’s decision to ban open-net salmon farming in British Columbia impacts thousands of jobs and makes a mockery of reconciliation pledges with First Nations…
Salmon farmers slam ‘unrealistic’ land-based transition news report
“The idea that 70,000 tonnes of BC salmon can be produced on land in five years is unrealistic and ignores the current capabilities of…
Aquaculture is growing rapidly everywhere except in Canada
“We need to produce more food, and improve access to food, and aquaculture offers a way to do this effectively.” – Food and Agriculture Organization…
Court rejects bid for judicial review of salmon farm closures
Ruling will not impact the future delivery of a responsible transition plan or the upcoming marine aquaculture licencing decision, states the BC Salmon Farmers Association. By Fabian DawsonSeaWestNews A Federal…
The price of shutting down salmon farms in BC
BC salmon farm closures will trigger substantial economic disruptions, massive job losses and heighten the nation’s food insecurity, states a new report By Fabian DawsonSeaWestNews…
“We protect wild salmon while farming salmon for Canadian families”
As the Federal cabinet meets to decide the future of aquaculture in BC, First Nations pen an open letter to Canadians on why salmon farming…
Aquaculture: activists push an imaginary problem with an imaginary disease
As the Federal cabinet meets to determine the future of salmon farming in British Columbia, anti-salmon farming activists are conjuring up more falsehoods to vilify…
First Nation develops ‘Innovation Plan’ for aquaculture in its traditional territory
First Nation’s plan is a pioneering framework for sustainable finfish aquaculture that integrates stewardship of natural resources with community-led economic development. By Fabian DawsonSeaWestNews Developed…
Support your salmon farmers, global seafood group tells Canada
“The salmon farming sector in BC is an invaluable contributor to local economies and provides a reliable source of healthy, responsible protein to Canada and…
Aquaculture: “Our people need hope for the future”
Aquaculture supply and support companies, which sustain the livelihoods of thousands of British Columbians, call for six-year salmon farm licence renewals. By Fabian DawsonSeaWestNews Aquaculture…
“We are wild salmon stewards and salmon farmers”
Aquaculture pioneers, the Kitasoo Xai’xais First Nation, is inviting the public to come see for themselves how modern salmon farming has transformed their remote community….
Anti-salmon farming activists pit First Nation against First Nation
Many First Nations, who supposedly have lent their support to an anti-fish farming lobby group, are themselves involved in projects that pose a myriad of…
New probe involves old claims by anti-salmon farming activists
Investigation pushed for by marine aquaculture opponents seen as a ploy to delay salmon farm licence renewals in British Columbia By Fabian DawsonSeaWestNews An investigation…
First Nation in BC earns prestigious Blue Park Award
This Earth Day, the Kitasoo Xai’xais First Nation in British Columbia is celebrating getting the prestigious Blue Park Award for exceptional marine biodiversity conservation. By…
Another study shows salmon farms pose low disease risk to wild fish
No apparent relationship between the prevalence of virus infection in wild salmon and fish farms states a new Norwegian study, reaffirming conclusions of Canadian and…
Mega science review showcases the realities of salmon farming in BC
“We are going to take back what is being taken from us,” say First Nations as a scientific review showcases the realities of salmon farming…
Top aquaculture advocate calls it a day with Mowi
“Aquaculture, in particular salmon farming has been my life and passion,” says Ian Roberts, who is departing Mowi after a three-decade career in the seafood…
Leonardo DiCaprio needs an education about salmon farming
BC’s salmon farmers and First Nations invite Hollywood star Leonardo DiCaprio to tour their operations after he repeats false information about salmon aquaculture. By Fabian…
Canada’s seafood farmers seek federal dollars to boost aquaculture
Budget 2024 – Canada’s seafood farmers are calling on Ottawa to support the growth of shellfish aquaculture and fund long-term domestic seafood marketing programs. By…
Poseidon reels in investments to boost aquaculture tech
Poseidon’s innovative aquaculture solutions are enabling fish farms to be more productive, sustainable and resilient, while meeting the increased global demand for sustainable protein. By…
No more salmon farm closures in BC pending transition plan
Fisheries Minister Diane Lebouthillier reiterates her stand on the aquaculture sector in BC as activists continue collecting donations to spread falsehoods about salmon farming. By…
Will a ban on sports fishing replenish wild salmon stocks?
“If they are claiming that the closure of our salmon farms will bring the wild fish back, then we should also be asking what a…