salmon farming

The risk of disease transmission from farmed to wild salmon has been greatly exaggerated, say a team of renowned fish pathology experts in a new study that also critiques the …

As trade tensions between Canada and the U.S. simmer, mounting fears over looming tariffs that will send food prices skyrocketing

This latest attack on DFO and salmon farmers is another example of anti-fish farming activists hypocritically demanding transparency while deliberately ignoring publicly available data and scientific evidence that debunks their …

The Trudeau government, by disregarding its own peer-reviewed science, has inflicted severe damage on the aquaculture sector – harm that must be stopped, especially in the face of looming U.S. …

By incentivizing seafood farmers instead of sidelining them, Canada could unlock its vast aquaculture potential, reduce U.S. dependency, and tap into new global markets. CommentaryBy Fabian DawsonSeaWestNews True political leadership …

Salmon-farming First Nations are calling on B.C. Premier David Eby to strengthen government-to-government relations to shape the future of aquaculture in the province

Washington State’s ban on marine fish farming is a blatant case of politicians ignoring science to get votes from activists — a troubling trend mirrored in British Columbia

Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland has resigned from cabinet with a stark warning to her boss to end “costly political gimmicks”— one of them is the decision to curtail salmon farming …

“The time has come for the Federal government to bring aquaculture growth and development under Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada.” – Joel Richardson, CAIA’s new Board Chair.

“Right now, we’re in a discussion about transitioning from this excellent aquaculture sector to exactly what, we don’t even know yet.” – Jennifer Woodland, chair of the B.C. Salmon Farmers …

Canada’s new greenwashing regulations should ensure that both corporations and environmental activist groups are held to the same truth-in-advertising standards. Commentary By Fabian DawsonSeaWestNews Canada’s recent efforts to address “greenwashing”— …

The Liberal caucus retreat in Nanaimo this week unfolds against a much-maligned decision to ban open-net salmon aquaculture in British Columbia, which will kill thousands of jobs.

An unhinged discourse on salmon that is both extremist and discriminatory is being perpetuated by environmental groups who misguide and misinform the public.

“We are truly honoured that so many came to support the Food Bank, learn more about us, and enjoy some delicious locally farmed salmon,” – Brian Kingzett, Executive Director of …

But will Canada undermine economic self-determination for First Nations by banning BC salmon farms that pose no more than a minimal risk to wild salmon? CommentaryBy Dr. Gary D. Marty …

British Columbia’s salmon farmers will hold an appreciation BBQ event this week in Campbell River to offer a heartfelt thank you to the community for its unwavering support of the …

New study and data counters the continued exaggeration by activists that wild fish populations are declining due to sea lice from salmon farms. By Fabian DawsonSeaWestNews A new and extensive …

Land-based fish farmers in British Columbia say their nascent industry will be adversely impacted by the government’s proposed ban on traditional ocean-based salmon farming on Canada’s west coast.

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 Canada’s seafood farmers are calling …

It’s time for our politicians to boldly defend the partnerships between BC’s salmon farmers and First Nations as a model of Indigenous reconciliation and environmental stewardship that the world can …

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 is urging the Canadian government …

On behalf of the Kitasoo Xai’xais (KX) Nation, I acknowledge the recent decision by the Canadian government to “ban” open-net fish farms in British Columbia waters and transition to land …

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 aquaculture will continue in British …

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 DawsonSeaWestNews A union representing aquaculture …

“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 dangerous,” Dr Sylvain Charlebois. By …

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 By Fabian DawsonSeaWestNews The Liberal …

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 Court has rejected the application …

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 is critical for their communities. …

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 the sector