Samantha McLeod

Bycatch: The Unseen Cost of Commercial Fishing Bycatch—the unintended capture of non-target marine life—remains a significant issue in global fisheries, leading to unnecessary waste and harm to ocean ecosystems. Canada …

Brian Kingzett, Executive Director of the B.C. Salmon Farmers Association, reflects on the challenges and achievements of 2024 while sharing the sector’s vision for the year ahead.

“We’re going to lose so much if there’s no proper Transition Plan… All the recreation amenities and community services that we have worked so hard to build over the past …

The Trudeau Liberals are risking billions in taxpayer dollars, thousands of jobs, and the livelihoods of First Nation communities with a reckless salmon farming ban that will devastate coastal economies, …

Years of continuous data collection near salmon farms show a pattern of exaggeration by anti-fish farming activists.

Coastal First Nations reliant on salmon farming are accusing the Union of British Columbia Indian Chiefs (UBCIC) of acting like colonial overlords.

Three candidates in B.C.’s election outline what their parties will do to support the salmon farming sector in the province.

Decision to ban net-pen salmon farms in BC does not align with the scientific findings of animal health experts says the Canadian Veterinary Medical Association.

Putting the evolution of BC’s salmon farming techniques in perspective so it makes sustainable sense on our dinner tables.

Making an eco-friendly food choice today is completely in our hands

Savouring the flavour whilst celebrating sustainable aquaculture

Good nutrition is essential to supporting a strong immune system, and if there is one food that packs a punch of a wide spectrum of vitamins and minerals, it is …

“Choose Canadian Seafood” campaign, is designed to cater to the growing demand among Canadian families for fresh, locally produced seafood products.

Mentorship and opportunities abound for women in the salmon farming industry in British Columbia.

“I think our young professional’s group is starting to become a great success story.”

The passion I see in these people is nothing I have experienced before. Salmon farmers are people who live in nature, they love nature, and the last thing they want …

“I think the fact that two-thirds of the sector being under 35 speaks volumes that salmon farming companies take their environmental stewardship seriously”

Behind the scenes in aquaculture, there is a significant amount of unseen work carried out by multiple experts from diverse fields, collaborating in remote areas, all deeply concerned about the …

“A big misconception I hear is that the people working in the fish farming industry don’t care about the ocean or the environment in general, which couldn’t be further from …

“I’m really proud of our salmon farming practices because they have the lowest carbon footprint among all protein production methods, with emissions reduced by an impressive 70% compared to other …

“I remain somewhat baffled by how much hate the poor little sea louse has been able to garner. People seem to view them as some horrible force of destruction created …

“I will strive to promote animal health and welfare, relieve animal suffering, protect the health of the public and environment.”

Future of the salmon aquaculture industry in British Columbia will likely only be determined sometime next year after more consultations

This was a time when the provincial and federal governments understood the immense potential that laid in creating a steady supply of food, and in turn was very involved in …

What I heard and learned from this Matriarch of Canadian Aquaculture, the one and only Ms. Linda Sams, Sustainable Development Director, Cermaq Canada

World Oceans Day message to develop aquaculture more effectively resonates with Canada’s First Nations, seafood farmers and coastal communities.

“This minister does not seem to grasp what real reconciliation means when it comes to aquaculture and salmon farming.”

“What are my people going to do? How are they going to work, cause there are no other jobs here too.“ Ruth Robinson, Elder – Kitasoo/Xai’xais Viewpoint By: Sam B …

The ‘mess’ Gen Z is inheriting includes a financial landscape that is more a yoyo than a landscape, climate change disasters, and the lingering effects of COVID 19