The great salmon gamble — how Canada’s push for land-based aquaculture foundered

Ottawa’s salmon policy overlooks scientific advice in favour of policies based on unproven assertions, writes Stewart Muir in the Financial Post.

First Nations fight BC fish farm closures

Wei Wai Kum and We Wai Kai Nations take the federal government to court while Ottawa delays a decision on their salmon farming operations.

Minister accused of ignoring First Nations voices

“This minister does not seem to grasp what real reconciliation means when it comes to aquaculture and salmon farming,” says Wei Wai Kum First Nation Chief.

Aquaculture: First Nations push for collaboration over conflict

First Nations summit aims to move decades-old aquaculture conflict to a new place of collaboration led by Indigenous seafood partnerships.

This First Nations fisheries discussion aims to cast a net around common ground

The 2023 Indigenous Partnerships Success Showcase runs June 1 and 2 at the Vancouver Convention Centre.

Do they just not care?

Ottawa’s discussion paper on BC salmon farms conveys insincere consultation, writes Margareta Dovgal.

Net-zero needs natural resource innovation

Margareta Dovgal: New innovations in mining, energy and aquaculture offer solutions to environmental and economic troubles.

Resource Works calls on the provincial government to champion BC’s responsible resource industries

By balancing environmental and social values, BC can improve residents’ quality of life, attract investment and pursue reconciliation opportunities.

Does Ottawa have selective hearing when it comes to salmon farming in BC?

Dallas Smith of the Coalition of First Nations for Finfish Stewardship says it’s time for Ottawa to listen.