Province, Ottawa back feasibility study of northern marine conservation area

The Manitoba government and Ottawa will partner with Indigenous leaders and environmental groups to assess whether the biodiverse expanse of the Hudson Bay coast is a good candidate for conservation amid the province’s push to expand the Port of Churchill. Read more here.

Almeria’s fishing fleet freeze supports marine conservation

Almeria’s trawling fleet came to a complete standstill on Tuesday, February 2, as it began its annual biological rest period which will continue until March 5. Read more here.

Protecting Africa’s Ocean Future and Why a Precautionary Pause on Deep-sea Mining Matters

The world is entering a decisive period for the future of the ocean. With the High Seas Treaty coming into force and meaningful progress being made on the World Trade Organization. Read more here.

Newfoundland pulls plug on proposed marine conservation area

The provincial government said it could not support the South Coast Fjords National Marine Conservation Area, citing potential risks to aquaculture and fishing. Read more here.

Manitoba to examine potential marine conservation area in Hudson Bay

The Manitoba government is putting up a quarter-million dollars to look at setting up a protected area in the waters of western Hudson Bay. Read more here.