Notice to Fish Harvesters

Gulf Region

2020 – LOBSTER FISHERY OPENING DATE IN LOBSTER FISHING AREA (LFA) 25

Moncton, NB – July 9th, 2020 – Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) is announcing that the lobster fishery in LFA 25 will open at 06:00 a.m. on Monday August 10, 2020, subject to weather conditions. The last day of fishing will be October 11, 2020.

DFO wishes to remind fish harvesters to take extra care when navigating on the opening day of the lobster fishery as vessels are loaded with gear and traps. Harvesters are encouraged to act diligently in setting their traps and should ensure that vessels are loaded safely by reducing the quantity of gear if necessary.

Furthermore, it is reminded that, during the period where fishing is authorized, it is the responsibility of the licence holder to take into account the marine safety notices issued, among others, by Environment and Climate Change Canada and Transport Canada, as well as the standards and best practices in marine safety, and to take all measures to ensure a safe fishery.

Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) - Information for industry

Canadian fisheries and aquaculture sectors provide the world with sustainably-sourced, high quality, high value, fish and seafood.

Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard is committed to supporting our fisheries and aquaculture industry during these difficult times. The Government of Canada is taking the necessary steps to ensure that you can continue to operate safely and effectively and we will continue to keep you informed of the latest developments.

Visit our website to find out more: http://dfo-mpo.gc.ca/covid19/industry-industrie/index-eng.html.FOR MORE INFORMATION:

Resource Management, Gulf Region Fisheries and Oceans Canada Moncton, NB
(506) 851-7290 Josiane.Massiera@dfo-mpo.gc.ca

EKME : 4158118 (EN) EKME : 4158120 (FR)

Sandra Comeau
Resource Management, Eastern NB Fisheries and Oceans Canada Tracadie, NB

(506) 395-7765 Sandra.Comeau@dfo-mpo.gc.ca