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
- 2026-27 2J3KL Northern cod fishery management approachCanada.ca · Fisheries and Oceans Canada · Fisheries · Fisheries management decisions · Atlantic, Quebec and the Arctic - 2026. 2026-27 2J3KL Northern ... Read more »
- Dead humpback whale wrapped in rope washes ashore in eastern NewfoundlandFisheries and Oceans Canada said late Thursday that its staff would visit the site to gather more information. While whale entanglements in fishing ... Read more »
- Northern Cod and Capelin Quota Decisions Prioritize - GlobeNewswireDFO must adopt a precautionary, ecosystem-based approach that protects these critical small fish that drive an abundant, resilient ocean.” Canada has ... Read more »
- Northern Cod and Capelin Quota Decisions Prioritize Short-term Gains Over Long-term AbundanceBelow is the response to the northern cod decision from Oceana Canada Fishery Scientist Rebecca Schijns: ... By restoring Canada's oceans, we can ... Read more »
- Costa Rica Says Ocean Conservation Must Benefit Fishing Communities - The Tico TimesHealthy oceans, beaches, reefs, mangroves and fisheries are part of what sustains Costa Rica's tourist economy. For fishing communities, the challenge ... Read more »
- Trump attempts to allow commercial fishing in protected Pacific Ocean marine zonePresident Donald Trump signed a proclamation that would allow commercial fishing in several Pacific Ocean marine monuments that environmentalists say ... Read more »
- Canada increases Northern cod quota by 55 percent | SeafoodSourceCanada's Department of Fisheries and Oceans (DFO) has increased the Northern cod quota in the province of Newfoundland and Labrador by 55 percent. Read more »
- Dead humpback whale wrapped in rope washes ashore in eastern Newfoundland | Globalnews.caFisheries and Oceans Canada says staff will visit the site to gather more information. In a statement, a department spokesperson said officials ... Read more »
- Recreational fishers warn federal salmon decisions costing local fishing opportunities“It all contributes.” His comments came as MPs studied how DFO sets marine harvesting seasons, and amid a broader federal review of Canada's 1999 ... Read more »
- Federal oyster licence buyback for P.E.I. wild oyster fishers to start Sept. 1, MP says - CBCMorrissey said Fisheries and Oceans Canada is in charge of the program, which will be administered through the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency. Read more »
- Northern cod quota to increase 55 per cent: Minister Thompson announces 2026 ... - Canada.caCanada.ca · Fisheries and Oceans Canada. Northern cod quota to increase 55 per cent: Minister Thompson announces 2026 management decisions for ... Read more »
- Northern Cod: Socio-Economic Performance - Canada.caYou are here: Canada.ca · Fisheries and Oceans Canada. Northern Cod: Socio-Economic Performance. From: ... Read more »
- Northern Cod Quota Up 55%: 2026 Fisheries Plan Unveiled | Mirage NewsFisheries and Oceans Canada. St. John's, NL - Fishing is more than an ... fishery, along with the previously announced expansion of the Northern cod ... Read more »
- Supporting New Brunswick's oyster industry - Canada.caA one-time license buy-back for wild oyster harvesters. Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) is dedicating up to $6 million to support wild harvesters ... Read more »
- Four people face serious charges for illegal lobster fishing in Southwest N.S.... ocean near St. Mary's Bay. Although the Department of Fisheries and Oceans only released details on Thursday, the arrests were made back on May ... Read more »
- El Niño is back, and ocean temperatures are already near record highs - The ConversationEl Niño is back, and ocean temperatures are already near record highs – that can spell disaster for fish and corals. Published: June 12, 2026 8:23am ... Read more »
- Boost for New Brunswick Oyster Industry | Mirage NewsFisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) is dedicating up to $6 million to ... Canada, and Minister responsible for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency. Read more »
- Spaniard's Bay looking for direction to deal with dead beached whale | PNI Atlantic NewsThe department also pointed to its “whalesafe gear strategy,” which guides the use of what DFO calls “innovative fishing gear” for Canadian commercial ... Read more »
- Advice from an old codger on the food fishery | The Telegram (St. John's) | PressReaderAdvice from an old codger on the food fishery. 2026-06-12 - Fisheries and Oceans Canada · Ottawa · Loyola Hearn. The food fishery is in the news ... Read more »
- Transcript: Trump Signs Proclamation Opening More Protected Ocean Areas To Commercial FishingEditor's Note: President Trump hosted a signing event at the White House to formally reverse environmental restrictions on commercial fishing in ... Read more »
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