Canada - Responsible Seafood Advocate https://www.globalseafood.org/advocate/topic/canada/ An international non-profit organization committed to feeding the world through responsible, sustainable aquaculture. Mon, 01 Dec 2025 15:54:19 +0000 en-US hourly 1 Nova Scotia establishes compliance unit to tackle illegal seafood activity https://www.globalseafood.org/advocate/nova-scotia-establishes-compliance-unit-to-tackle-illegal-seafood-activity/ Mon, 01 Dec 2025 15:54:19 +0000 https://www.globalseafood.org/?post_type=advocate&p=69934 illegal seafood

Nova Scotia launches a compliance unit with new penalties, audits and enforcement tools to target illegal seafood activity.

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International review questions scientific basis for BC salmon farm ban https://www.globalseafood.org/advocate/international-review-questions-scientific-basis-for-bc-salmon-farm-ban/ Thu, 20 Nov 2025 16:48:26 +0000 https://www.globalseafood.org/?post_type=advocate&p=69906 salmon farms

Researchers say Canada’s ban on ocean-based BC salmon farms overlooks decades of science and offers limited gains for wild salmon.

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Cermaq Canada completes first salmon cycle with zero sea lice treatments https://www.globalseafood.org/advocate/cermaq-canada-completes-first-salmon-cycle-with-zero-sea-lice-treatments/ Wed, 10 Sep 2025 14:50:36 +0000 https://www.globalseafood.org/?post_type=advocate&p=69475

Cermaq Canada credits Ahousaht partnership after first salmon cycle with zero sea lice treatments and record-low lice levels.

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Study finds that acoustics are seldom considered when developing strategies to protect fish populations at risk from extinction https://www.globalseafood.org/advocate/study-finds-that-acoustics-are-seldom-considered-when-developing-strategies-to-protect-fish-populations-at-risk-from-extinction/ Mon, 18 Aug 2025 15:04:02 +0000 https://www.globalseafood.org/?post_type=advocate&p=69280 acoustics

Can integrating fish sonifery, soundscapes and noise pollution considerations into policy improve management, conservation and recovery?

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New virus linked to oyster die-off in B.C. raises concerns for shellfish aquaculture https://www.globalseafood.org/advocate/new-virus-linked-to-oyster-die-off-in-b-c-raises-concerns-for-shellfish-aquaculture/ Thu, 07 Aug 2025 13:54:41 +0000 https://www.globalseafood.org/?post_type=advocate&p=69205 shellfish aquaculture

Scientists identify a new virus in Pacific oysters after a mass die-off in B.C., raising concerns for shellfish aquaculture biosecurity.

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The relationship between American lobster landings and sea surface temperatures in Prince Edward Island, Canada https://www.globalseafood.org/advocate/the-relationship-between-american-lobster-landings-and-sea-surface-temperatures-in-prince-edward-island-canada/ Mon, 23 Jun 2025 13:20:49 +0000 https://www.globalseafood.org/?post_type=advocate&p=68853 lobster landings

How might future ocean warming impact a commercially important lobster fishery, given that ocean temperatures have an influence on landings?

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Eight-year study finds no clear link with B.C. salmon farms and sea lice https://www.globalseafood.org/advocate/eight-year-study-finds-no-clear-link-with-b-c-salmon-farms-and-sea-lice/ Thu, 05 Jun 2025 12:05:42 +0000 https://www.globalseafood.org/?post_type=advocate&p=68715 Salmon farm in British Columbia

Study finds no consistent drop in sea lice on wild salmon after B.C. closures, challenging claims about aquaculture impacts.

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Canada backs AI-enabled aquaculture technology project to grow $159B ocean economy https://www.globalseafood.org/advocate/canada-backs-ai-enabled-aquaculture-technology-project-to-grow-159b-ocean-economy/ Mon, 02 Jun 2025 17:03:29 +0000 https://www.globalseafood.org/?post_type=advocate&p=68716 aquaculture technology

New aquaculture technology project uses AI-powered cameras and advanced sensors to monitor fish health and improve farm efficiency.

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Canadian biotech company secures patent for in-feed treatment to combat sea lice https://www.globalseafood.org/advocate/canadian-biotech-company-secures-patent-for-in-feed-treatment-to-combat-sea-lice/ Thu, 24 Apr 2025 18:14:51 +0000 https://www.globalseafood.org/?post_type=advocate&p=68454

EVAH’s patented in-feed treatment targets sea lice with over 99 percent efficacy, aiming to cut costs and improve fish welfare.

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In Canada, the smolt wheel is proving to be a well-rounded solution for salmon migration and conservation https://www.globalseafood.org/advocate/in-canada-the-smolt-wheel-is-proving-to-be-a-well-rounded-solution-for-salmon-migration-and-conservation/ Mon, 31 Mar 2025 14:23:55 +0000 https://www.globalseafood.org/?post_type=advocate&p=68346 smolt wheel

Smolt wheels are helping scientists in Canada track salmon migration, assess river health and guide long-term conservation strategies.

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