Help Shape the Future of Great Slave Lake Commercial Fishing
Official title: Great Slave Lake Integrated Fisheries Management Plan
Fisheries and Oceans Canada is developing a long-term management plan for Great Slave Lake's commercial fishery. They held town halls in Hay River and Yellowknife to hear from commercial fishers about priorities, challenges, and the future of the fishery.
Why This Matters
Work as a commercial fisher on Great Slave Lake? This plan will shape how the fishery is managed for years to come. Your firsthand experience with catch limits, seasons, and market challenges matters. Even if you've left the industry, your insights could influence future rules.
What Could Change
New catch limits, fishing seasons, or gear restrictions could be introduced. The management plan may set long-term conservation targets that affect how many licences are issued. Processing and marketing support programs could also be revised.
Key Issues
- What should be the short and long-term priorities for the Great Slave Lake fishery?
- What management challenges are commercial fishers currently facing?
- What future management options should be considered?
How to Participate
- This consultation has closed. Town hall meetings were held in Hay River (November 25) and Yellowknife (November 27, 2025). A survey was also distributed to commercial fishers.
- Learn more about Integrated Fisheries Management Plans to understand how your input will be used.
Events
| Date | Event | Location | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 25, 2025 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM | Hay River Town Hall - Commercial Fishers Consultation | The Royal Canadian Legion, 7 Nahanni Rd, Hay River, NT X0E 1G4 | |
| November 27, 2025 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM | Yellowknife Town Hall - Commercial Fishers Consultation | Elks Lodge #314, 4919 49 St, Yellowknife, NT X1A 1C4 |