Fisheries Council of Canada Supports Reopening of Northern Cod Commercial Fishery
OTTAWA, ON: Last week DFO announced the reopening of a commercial Northern Cod fishery.On the anniversary of the moratorium, 2 […]
Supporting Canada with Seafood
The voice of Canada’s fish and seafood industry, promoting a sustainable resource and prosperous industry playing a vital role in the Canadian economy.
FCC members take pride in being key employers in their communities, providing jobs and creating an economic base for other local businesses.
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Resource Highlight
2022 Year In Review
The Fisheries Council of Canada is pleased present our two-page 2022 Year In Review report that outlines the accomplishments of the association and the wider Canadian fisheries industry last year. Our industry is focused on science and innovation as we work to become a global leader in sustainable seafood.
Our Focus
Strategic Priorities
Canada has tremendous potential as a seafood producing nation with world-leading marine and water resources and a talented workforce. Our focus is on the following areas.
Regulations
Achieving a modern, effective and efficient regulatory environment that supports a competitive, innovative and sustainable sector
Market Access
Expanding market access to facilitate a robust export business for Canadian seafood
Food Production
Positioning and promoting fishing as food harvest and processors as food producers
Sustainability
Increasing domestic and international recognition of the sustainability of Canada’s fisheries
Competition
Creating stable and predictable access and allocation shares for Canadian fisheries that enable a competitive fisheries sector, fosters investment and sustainable growth
Strength
Ensuring the continued growth of FCC by creating and showcasing value to members and excellence in internal governance
Sustainable Development Goals
The Canadian fish and seafood industry plays an active role in creating a sustainable economic future both domestically and internationally, assisting in the realization of key United Nations Sustainable Development Goals:
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Fisheries Council of Canada Calls for Comprehensive Solutions to Labour Shortages Beyond Temporary Foreign Worker Program Adjustments
OTTAWA, ON: In response to the Government of Canada’s recently updated Temporary Foreign Worker (TFW) Program, the Fisheries Council of […]
Annual Report
The Fisheries Council of Canada is pleased to present our two-page 2023 Year In Review report that outlines the accomplishments of the association and the wider Canadian fisheries industry last year. Our industry is focused on science and innovation as we work to become a global leader in sustainable seafood.
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FCC Strategic Plan 2025-2027
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