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Fishing for Climate Solutions: New Study Will Examine How Nova...

Recent research has shown the major impacts that climate change has had and will continue to have on the productive waters of Atlantic Canada.

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Oceans North says Baffinland mine decision reflects concerns for...

The decision comes amid serious concerns from nearby Inuit communities about the speed of the development and impacts on wildlife.

Credit - Nicolas Winkler

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New Regulations Bring Canada Closer to Rebuilding Depleted...

New regulations will set out for the first time what is required of fisheries rebuilding plans, including timelines, objectives, and updated guidance for fisheries managers.

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What the Path to Net-Zero Emissions Could Mean for the Lobster...

As the world moves away from fossil fuels, acting now will help ensure that Canada’s fisheries remain profitable and competitive.

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Oceans North Recognizes Importance of Difficult Decision on...

Herring and mackerel play a crucial role in Atlantic ecosystems and are commonly used as bait in the region's lucrative lobster fisheries.

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Oceans North Applauds Inclusion of Ocean-Based Solutions in New...

Today’s announcement marks welcome news as Canada moves to combat these trends by addressing ocean and climate holistically.

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Canadians Call for a Moratorium on Deep Seabed Mining

Deep seabed mining plans to target metals, such as cobalt, nickel, manganese, and copper, that are found in polymetallic nodules on the seafloor and on seamounts—both of which are crucial habitats for rich, biodiverse ecosystems.

Credit - Nicole Zanesco

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High Stakes for the High Seas as Treaty Negotiations Continue

Leadership from countries such as Canada will be needed to create a strong agreement that protects almost 50 percent of the planet.

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Condolences To Those Affected By Sinking Of Spanish Trawler

Oceans North sends its condolences to the crew and families of the Spanish fishing trawler Villa de Pitanxo that sunk earlier today in rough seas off the coast of Newfoundland.

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In the Ocean, the Fight to Protect “the Common Heritage of...

Oceans North is re-launching our parliamentary petition to establish a moratorium on deep seabed mining.