Who We Are
The roles of the Centre are to report on stock status, evaluate stresses on fish populations and habitats, promote the use of state of the art science and technology, and to provide a forum for information sharing and participation with stakeholders. The Centre also plays an important role in offering management recommendations to promote sustainable fisheries and resolve conflict.
The A/OFRC has established a solid working relationship with First Nations, provincial agencies and community organizations by earning a reputation as a trusted independent source of fisheries information. We will continue to strive to maintain and strengthen these relationships in any future endeavours.

Fishy News
- Catch of the day? It might not be haddock in N.S. | CBC News... fishing during the early spring to protect spawning fish. Woman with ... Fisheries and Oceans Canada decreased the quota for haddock in areas ... Read more »
- Mia-yaltwa Ha'lidzogm hoon: A collaborative approach to marine protection announced for ...Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) continues to manage fisheries in NMCAs. The Canada National Marine Conservation Areas Act affirms that the ... Read more »
- Environmental Assessment Bulletin - News Releases - Government of Newfoundland and LabradorComments may be sent to: EAProjectComments@gov.nl.ca. Petty Harbour Breakwater (Reg. 2410) Proponent: Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Small Craft ... Read more »
- Canadian Coast Guard getting $816M to boost Arctic security, secure southern waters - CBCCanada will pump $816 million into maritime security ... The Liberal government removed the Canadian Coast Guard from Fisheries and Oceans Canada ... Read more »
- Canadian Coast Guard getting $816M to boost Arctic security, secure southern watersThe Liberal government removed the Canadian Coast Guard from Fisheries and Oceans Canada in September and folded it into the Department of ... Read more »
- Virtual Technical Briefing Hosted by Parks Canada and Fisheries and ... - Big News Network.comVirtual Technical Briefing Hosted by Parks Canada and Fisheries and Oceans Canada on Marine Protection in British Columbia. Read more »
- Canada requesting proposals for ghost gear cleanup | IntrafishMinister of Fisheries Joanne Thompson announced the request for proposals for Fisheries and Oceans Canada's (DFO) ghost gear fund on Wednesday. Read more »
- Former politician Gerry Byrne highlights east-west divide in NL with DFO's expanded food fishery... Fisheries and Oceans towards the West Coast. ... This year's Food Fishery season will run from Memorial Day/Canada Day to Labour Day each year. Read more »
- Indian Ocean tuna regulator eases yellowfin fishing curbs amid sustainability concernsThe easing of fishing curbs can be traced to the Indian Ocean Tuna Commission's (IOTC) scientific body finding that Thunnus albacares stocks aren't ... Read more »
- MEDIA ADVISORY - Virtual Technical Briefing Hosted by Parks Canada and Fisheries and ...MEDIA ADVISORY - Virtual Technical Briefing Hosted by Parks Canada and Fisheries and Oceans Canada on Marine Protection in British Columbia. Read more »
- Nova Scotias LFA 33 Lobster Harvesters Gain Jonah Crab Bait Access in Policy ShiftFisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) announced May 21 that lobster harvesters in Lobster Fishing Area (LFA) 33 can now retain Jonah crab bycatch for ... Read more »
- Chinook salmon put at risk by 'cocktail' of pills, caffeine: study | Times Colonist... fish themselves and is concerning for the endangered whales that eat them. Researchers, primarily from Fisheries and Oceans Canada and Simon ... Read more »
- North Coast Fishing: Holiday Weekend Brings Opportunity From Ocean to RiverFor North Coast anglers, Memorial Day weekend serves up no shortage of fishing opportunities. Whether you're targeting ocean species or heading inland ... Read more »
- Press Release - Mining.com... fish, fish habitat and birds. ... Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Environment and Climate Change Canada, Health Canada, Transport Canada and Parks Canada. Read more »
- The Government of Canada declares that the Timiskaming Dam-Bridge of Quebec ... - Newswire.caScientific advice and technical expertise were provided throughout the project assessment process by Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Environment and ... Read more »
- Atlantic Halibut Longline Survey in 3NOP - Newfoundland and Labrador RegionFisheries and Oceans Canada. NOTICE TO FISH HARVESTERS. Notice Number. nf.26.116. Read more »
- Fisheries minister allows new bait rules for Nova Scotia lobster harvesters in LFA 33 - CTV NewsLFA 33 brought in a total value of $175 million of lobster for the 2024 to 2025 fishing season, according to Fisheries and Oceans (DFO) Canada. Read more »
- CORRECTION – 3L Lobster Fishing Area 9B (St. Mary's Bay) - Newfoundland and Labrador RegionHarvesters are reminded to submit their completed Lobster logbooks as required. The Regional Director General, Fisheries and Oceans Canada, ... Read more »
- NL Atlantic Salmon Recreational FisheryThe Regional Director General, Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Newfoundland and Labrador Region gives notice that Variation Order 2026-009 has been ... Read more »
- Federal funding announced for upgrades at Port Mouton Harbour - Your Tri CountiesAccording to Fisheries and Oceans Canada, roughly 90 per cent of Canada's fish and shellfish harvest is landed through small craft harbours. Evan ... Read more »
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