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
- New App Encourages Canadians to Explore Aquatic Barriers Blocking Fish MigrationThe development of this app was partially supported by financial contributions from Fisheries and Oceans Canada. It was also supported in part by ... Read more »
- Advancing Sustainable Fisheries and Resilient Aquatic Food Systems - Panda.orgNGOs call for urgent action to rebuild fisheries, strengthen ocean governance and support coastal communities. Read more »
- North Atlantic right whale population appears to be stabilizing after years of decline: DFOEvery year, Fisheries and Oceans Canada monitors key marine regions, including waters around Prince Edward Island and the Gulf of St. Lawrence, for ... Read more »
- North Atlantic right whale population appears to be stabilizing after years of decline - CBC... fishing area closures remain essential. Every year, Fisheries and Oceans Canada monitors key marine regions, including waters around Prince Edward ... Read more »
- Ancient Underwater Volcano Discovered Alive And Covered With Up To A Million Giant EggsThe expedition was led by Cherisse Du Preez, a deep-sea marine biologist with Fisheries and Oceans Canada. Speaking to Live Science, she described ... Read more »
- 30th anniversary Juan de Fuca fishing derby returns | Vancouver Island Free DailyThe project was cancelled by Fisheries and Oceans Canada in 2025. The coalition now directs tournament proceeds toward local salmon enhancement ... Read more »
- Peacekeeping on the river: RCMP monitor Fraser on Indigenous jet boat in Chilliwack... Fisheries and Oceans Canada officers at Island 22 on June 18, 2026. (Jenna Hauck/ Chilliwack Progress). 5/9. Swipe or click to see more. Const ... Read more »
- Water treatment plant's road repairs delayed by fish and rain - Athabasca, Barrhead & Westlock News“The (Department of Fisheries and Oceans Canada) prohibited any rehabilitation work on or near the riverbank from April 1 to July 1 due to the ... Read more »
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