Government of Canada Announces Science Investment to Protect Wild Pacific Salmon
2024-11-06, Ottawa, ON – The Government of Canada announced today a significant investment in science to help protect and restore wild Pacific salmon populations. The $60 million investment will support research on salmon biology, habitat, and ecosystem interactions, as well as the development of new tools and technologies to manage salmon fisheries.
“Wild Pacific salmon are an iconic species that are vital to the cultural, social, and economic fabric of British Columbia and the Pacific Northwest,” said the Honourable Joyce Murray, Minister of Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard. “This investment will help us to better understand and protect these important fish for future generations.”
The investment will be used to fund a variety of research projects, including:
- Studies on salmon migration patterns and habitat use
- Research on the impacts of climate change on salmon populations
- Development of new methods for assessing salmon stock health
- Development of new technologies for managing salmon fisheries
The Government of Canada is working with Indigenous communities, scientists, and stakeholders to develop a science-based approach to salmon management. This investment will help to ensure that we have the best possible information to make decisions about how to protect and restore wild Pacific salmon populations.
“This investment is a critical step towards ensuring the long-term sustainability of wild Pacific salmon populations,” said Chief Bob Chamberlin, President of the First Nations Leadership Council. “We are grateful to the Government of Canada for recognizing the importance of science in this effort.”
The investment in science is part of the Government of Canada’s $1.5 billion Oceans Protection Plan. The Oceans Protection Plan is a comprehensive plan to protect Canada’s oceans and coasts, including investing in science, protecting marine habitats, and supporting sustainable fisheries.
“Wild Pacific salmon are a national treasure,” said the Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Environment and Climate Change. “This investment will help us to protect these iconic fish and ensure that they continue to play a vital role in our ecosystems and economy.”
Government of Canada to announce science investment to help protect wild Pacific salmon
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