Help Shape Canada's Fisheries, Oceans, and Maritime Safety Policies

Official title: Examine and report on issues relating to the federal government’s current and evolving policy framework for managing Canada’s fisheries and oceans, including maritime safety

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The Senate's Fisheries and Oceans Committee is examining how Canada manages its fisheries, oceans, and maritime safety. This is a broad study that could influence future laws and regulations. Senators want to hear from Canadians about what's working and what needs to change.

Why This Matters

Do you fish commercially or recreationally? Live in a coastal community? Care about ocean health or marine wildlife? This study could shape the rules that affect all of it. Senate studies feed directly into legislation—your input matters here.

What Could Change

The committee's findings could lead to new laws on fishing quotas, marine protected areas, or vessel safety standards. Recommendations might push for stronger enforcement against illegal fishing or better support for coastal communities. The final report will be tabled in the Senate and could influence government policy.

Key Issues

  • How should Canada manage its fisheries sustainably?
  • What policies are needed to protect ocean ecosystems?
  • How can maritime safety be improved for vessels and crews?

How to Participate

  1. Visit the committee's briefs page to learn how to submit a written brief.
  2. Check the meeting schedule for upcoming hearings you can watch or potentially attend.
  3. Review the For Witnesses page if you want to appear before the committee.

Key Documents