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….
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…
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…
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…
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…
“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…
Cermaq Canada to trial algal oil in its salmon feed
The introduction of algal oil aims to significantly reduce Cermaq’s dependence on traditional marine fish oils in their salmon feed. By SeaWestNews In a ground-breaking…
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…
First Nations share their aquaculture success stories
“When you purchase seafood from us, you join our journey and become part of the circle. Every purchase breathes new life into your community and…
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…
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…
Mowi earns Good Housekeeping Seal for its delectable, healthy salmon
Recognition comes as a new report projects that the salmon fish market will be worth USD 35.5 billion by 2032 due to the growing popularity…
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…
Aquaculture top of mind at Seafood Expo North America
Fisheries Minister Diane Lebouthillier to lead Canadian delegation to Seafood Expo after meetings with US and UN officials to boost the ocean economy. By Fabian…
Investments in aquaculture and wild fisheries to drive Canada’s ocean economy
“I’m confident the investments will help the aquaculture and fisheries sectors to become even more sustainable and environmentally friendly” – Diane Lebouthillier, Minister of Fisheries….
Aquaculture jobs and vessels sail away from British Columbia
Aquaculture job losses mount as uncertainty grows over the future of salmon farming in British Columbia By Fabian DawsonSeaWestNews The uncertainty over the future of…
The world needs more aquaculture says the UN food agency
Canada’s seafood farmers urge Ottawa to take heed of the UN’s calls for 35% growth in aquaculture by 2030 to fight global hunger By Fabian…
Netflix series loaded with misinformation about farmed salmon
Global Salmon Initiative (GSI) states new Netflix series lacks factual and balanced information that helps people make educated decisions about seafood, aquaculture, and their health….
Why washing machines are endangering tiny ocean creatures
People can make a big impact by simply making changes to how they do laundry – study Rochelle Baker,Local Journalism Initiative Microscopic creatures vastly important…
Choosing farmed salmon at the grocery store
Making an eco-friendly food choice today is completely in our hands CommentaryBy Samantha Bacchus McLeod When standing in front of the seafood section at our…
Sockeye salmon are growing faster due to climate change
However, it’s not a given that bigger is always better states a new study from Simon Fraser University By Rochelle BakerLocal Journalism Initiative Reporter Climate change…