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Fish & Fishing

Oceans North Supports New Regulations on Possession and Export of Elvers

The upcoming measures should help curb illegal fishing and improve conservation ahead of the next fishing season.

Healthy Waters

Oceans North Welcomes Inclusion of Northern Peoples and Strong Environmental Protections in New Arctic Foreign Policy

The policy recognizes the complex threats facing the region, from climate change and a lack of local infrastructure to global security concerns.

Fish & Fishing

New Policy on Electronic Logbooks a Welcome Development for Fisheries Management

Oceans North applauds a new announcement that electronic logbooks will now be mandatory in some Atlantic Canadian fisheries.

Science & Monitoring

New Project Tracks Increased Shark Sightings in Nunatsiavut

There has been a significant increase in the number of sightings and interactions with sharks in Nunatsiavut waters.

Protected Areas

Protecting the Heart of the Arctic

At the very top of the world lies a place few have visited: the Central Arctic Ocean.

A North Atlantic swordfish swims near the surface of the water.

Fish & Fishing

International Fisheries Meeting Concludes with Important Wins for Sustainability

Measures adopted at ICCAT this year include improved management for swordfish and further integration of climate change considerations.

Science & Monitoring

How Climate Change is Affecting Ocean Currents in the North Water Polynya

Between Devon Island and Ellesmere Island, on the western edge of the North Water polynya, researchers are studying changes in deep ocean currents and how these waters may impact the melting of glaciers and the productivity of the marine ecosystem.

Healthy Waters

International Chorus Against Deep Seabed Mining Grows as Nordic Council Pass Landmark Resolution

On October 31st, 2024 the Nordic Council voted in favour of a resolution calling for a moratorium on deep-sea mining, joining a growing international movement to protect vulnerable marine ecosystems.

Indigenous-led Conservation

The Cree Nation Government Advances Marine Protection in Eeyou Istchee

26,000 square kilometres of important marine habitat could soon become the Wiinipaawk Indigenous Protected Area.

For the Climate

With Passage of Bill C-49, Winds of Change Are Blowing for Energy Production

The new legislation offers opportunities to create jobs, reduce emissions, and protect the marine environment.