Cox & Palmer

United Fisheries Conservation Alliance continues to advocate on behalf of commercial fishermen and those that rely on a sustainable fishery and intend to bring our concerns forward to representatives of the Government of Canada. Clear rules, regulations, compliance, and enforcement are needed. We recognize and acknowledge the importance of cooperation with Indigenous communities, and that Indigenous fishermen have a right to fish for commercial, food, social, and ceremonial purposes. We expect the Fisheries Act will be applied to any pursuit of a Moderate Livelihood fishery. UFCA seeks to have the federal government, Department of Fisheries and the Department of Justice enforce existing rules and regulations under the Fisheries Act to ensure the safe and orderly pursuit of the commercial and Indigenous fisheries.

Exploring authorization to allow early offshore wind development in Nova Scotia via policy or regulatory approval, including any funding opportunities.