Northumberland Fishermens Association

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DFO confirms that there will not be a Lobster Southern Gulf of St. Lawrence (sGSL) Advisory Committee prior to the 2021 lobster fishing seasons. However, you will find below answers to follow-up items asked by some members of the Advisory Committee and other documents of information. 1) Electronic Logbooks (ELOG): A notice to fishers (attached) was sent on January 12 on this subject. 2) Sciences: The latest lobster stock status update is available at this link: https://www.df...Continue reading

Notice to Fish Harvesters NEW VESSEL MONITOROING SYSTEM STANDARD Moncton, NB January 14, 2021 Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) Gulf Region wishes to inform industry, including First Nations, on developments with the Vessel Monitoring System (VMS) Standard....Continue reading

No charge to attend and lunch is included. Seating is limited due to covid so please RSVP to [email protected] or 902- 742-6167.

Honorable Minister Jordan & Honorable Chairman & Honorable Ministers of the Standing Committee, My name is John Collins and I am a concerned commercial fisherma...n in the Northern zone of Nova Scotia. I am not a representative of any organization and simply wanted to point out a few things with regards to the current situation regarding the Clearwater acquisition by Premium Brands Holdings Corporation and the Mi'kmaq First Nations Coalition. Here are a few reasons to 'pause' the current Clearwater acquisition: * The resource is owned by Canada, both inshore and offshore and is subject to 'Ministerial Discretion', as was made obvious by the Minister of Fisheries regarding allocation of the additional Surf Clam quota to a group of First Nations, a couple of years ago. *This current and present acquisition is limited to 6 Bands, but includes the transfer of Clearwaters licenses to these 6 First Nations. This could potentially 'tie your hands' with respect to 'Ministerial Discretion' in future consideration for numerous reasons, including public opinion regarding reconciliation with Indeginous Peoples, etc. * The majority of First Nations access to the fisheries to date has been from the inshore; the offshore should be included for various reasons including the limited access to date for the larger fishing community. * There are only 6 Mi'kmaq Bands involved in the deal, but there are 29 other bands including Mi'Kmaq, Maliseet and Passamaquoddy, in N.S., P.E.I., NewBrunswick, Quebec and Newfoundland, that could potentially be Treaty beneficiaries now and into the future with regards to Canada's, (monopoly by Clearwater at present), offshore fisheries resource. * Clearwater valuation of share price obviously includes the existing offshore licenses, but what is going unnoticed is it must include the catches, into the distant future of the First Nations Commercial/Communal licenses that are currently held by the existing six Bands. The public shareholders should be made aware of the fact, these and the offshore licenses are subject to Ministerial Discretion. Transparency of the Minister's authority needs to be explicit for a stable business model of the fisheries now, into the future, and the specific intent of the Minister, for the direction of the fishery. ( To either preserve a commercially prosperous inshore fleet of or to pursue a more centralized corporate model for East Coast fisheries). ** I know there was a major announcement today regarding the Fleet Separation, Owner/Operator Policy into law. Regardless, it must be realized, the Clearwater acquisition by a First Nations Coalition, as FN's currently do not have to adhere to this policy or new law, is opening the gateway of a publicly owned corporation into the inshore fishery via First Nations ownership. Depending on the desired direction of the Minister, Inshore Fishermen would hope the future negotiations would include the adherence of all Fisher's, with regards to the Fleet Separation, Owner/Operator Law. * At present, the major attention is with the lobster fishery. A moderate livelihood and Treaty Rights could successfully be realized with the addition of the expanding offshore fisheries, including the developing fisheries. ie (Red fish, whelk, surf clam, etc.) * A potential free trade agreement violation may exist if unmonitored and or government subsidies with regards to a moderate livelihood and related fish products, if made apparent to U.S Politicians/Fishermen. As per the illegal, unreported and unregulated, (IUU) and government subsidies restrictions & clauses; FNFA, DMI, etc., with regards to the current acquisition and the present laws as they pertain to the Fisheries Act and the USMCA agreement. There is a great deal more that could be included in this email, but I attempted to keep it brief. Thanks for you time and consideration and sorry for the Members of the Standing Committee that were omitted, I could not locate the address', Thoughtfully and without prejudice, John R. Collins Loch Broom, N.S. 902 485 9259 House 902 771 1003 Cell P.S. Discussion welcome.

Last chance to pick up crab cheques is today/Saturday - at Michelle's house. Or text, if you want me to hold on to it instead of mailing out.

Stop by Michelle's office to pick up your Crab cheques. After Friday, they will be mailed out. 9-5 (out for lunch between 12-1).

Antigonish, NS October 13, 2020 Fisheries and Oceans Canada announces that the Atlantic halibut fishery will open for Gulf Nova Scotia fixed-gear licence holders, using vessel class A146, in the portions of NAFO Division 4T known as 4T1, 4T8, 4T2a and 4T2b. This fishery will take place from 06:00 hrs Thursday, October 15 to 18:00 hrs Friday, October 16, 2020. There will be no further consideration of delaying this fishery due to inclement weather or other uncontrollable c...ircumstances. There is approximately 5.3 t of quota remaining for the 2020 GNS Atlantic halibut summer fishery. Should portions or all of 4T1, 4T8, 4T2a and 4T2b close due to the North Atlantic right whales dynamic closure protocol, Atlantic halibut fishing for the vessel class A146 will be permitted but it will be mandatory to closely attend fishing gear as identified in the conditions of licence. Fishers are reminded that during the period where fishing is authorized, it is the responsibility of the licence holder to take into account the marine safety notices issued, among others, by Environment and Climate Change Canada and Transport Canada, as well as the standards and best practices in marine safety, and to take all measures to ensure a safe fishery. Management measures to minimize interactions with North Atlantic right whales The management measures to protect the right whales are available at the following Internet address: http://dfo-mpo.gc.ca/fisheri/commercial-commerciale//narw- bnan/management-gestion-eng.html .../2 Notice to Fish Harvesters EKME-EN: 4200293 Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) - Information for industry Canadian fisheries and aquaculture sectors provide the world with sustainably-sourced, high quality, high value, fish and seafood. Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard is committed to supporting our fisheries and aquaculture industry during these difficult times. The Government of Canada is taking the necessary steps to ensure that you can continue to operate safely and effectively and we will continue to keep you informed of the latest developments. Visit our website to find out more: http://dfo-mpo.gc.ca/covi/industry-industrie/index-eng.html. FOR MORE INFORMATION: Alan Dwyer Area Manager, Resource Management Gulf Nova Scotia Fisheries and Oceans Canada Antigonish, NS (902) 735-7114 [email protected] -2- EKME-EN: 4200293

Reminder: There are 11 days to submit Membership Dues to the province. Use REGION 1 Form. If you have a post office box, please use it on your application. Anyone else, who has a PO box and submitted a civic address, please contact John Bueglas, Fish harvester Organization Advisor with your updated/correct mailing address.... https://novascotia.ca//commercial-f/organizing-harvesters/ They will want to use Region 1 form.

Good morning, members - I do still have crab logbooks available. Message my cell or FB to arrange a pick up. Thanks.

Quota for 2020 Spring Halibut Fishery 52.245 t First Opening for 2020 Spring Halibut Fishery... Started on June 22 at 05:00 hrs and ended on June 23 at 21:00 hrs Number of hours 40 Landings 17.7063 t Second Opening for 2020 Spring Halibut Fishery Started on June 27 at 05:00 hrs and ended on June 27 at 21:00 hrs. Number of Hours 16 Landings 3.5891 t TOTAL LANDINGS 2020 SPRING HALIBUT FISHERY 21.295 T Quota remaining 30.950 t

Good Afternoon, We have the Gulf Nova Scotia (GNS) halibut quota separated into two fisheries to try and best provide everyone access. However, fishing areas and productivity vary significantly within GNS that make it a challenge to satisfy all groups 100%. In 2019, the fishery was scheduled for two, four day openings beginning in late August but was closed at 2 pm on the second day of the 2nd opening as the quota was captured. There are some concerns of the quota being capt...ured too quickly by too few participants if 4T2a is left open. We propose the following changes to measures from 2019 to meet in the middle for everyone so all stakeholders who wish to, may participate in the fishery safely and productively: Ø Vessels As was implemented in the Spring fishery in 2020, replacement vessels or vessel transfers will only be authorized from another fisher whose homeport is in the GNS administrative area; Ø Number of Hooks Reduction in number of hooks from 1500 in 2019 to 1000 in 2020; Ø Fishing Areas Status quo 4T1, 4T8, 4T2b, and 4T2a ; Ø Openings Wednesday and Thursdays starting from 6 am Wednesday to 8 pm Thursday, starting on August 26, 2020. The length of opening and fishing areas may be modified due to quota remaining after each opening. Please provide your feedback to us on these proposed measures by July 24,2020. Barbara MacArthur A/Resource Management Officer/ Agent de gestion des ressources Telephone/ Téléphone: 902-863-7076 Cellular: 902-870-7320 [email protected] Fisheries and Oceans Canada/Peches et Oceans 2920 Highway 104, Antigonish County, NS B2G 2K6 Government of Canada/Gouvernement du Canada

Lobster Openings from DFO for May 13th, 2020: The LFA 26A and 26B weather call was held with industry representatives this morning, the season will open as recommended: - Friday, May 15, 2020 at 6:00 a.m. in LFA 26 A1, A2, A3 and LFA 26B South. - Saturday, May 16 at 6:00 a.m. in LFA 26B North.... Please see below a summary of the Search and Rescue (SAR) assets for the opening of the fishery: Vessels Area of Operation CCGS Cap Nord FRC May 15, FRC off Malpeque PEI 0900-1700 UTC May 16 , Back at base and on 30 minute standby CCGS Cape Spry May 15, Lifeboat Off Georgetown 0900 -1700 UTC May 16, Back at base and on 30 minute standby CCGS Corporal Teather C.V. Magdalen Islands May 15 and 16, On 30 minute primary SAR Standby CCGA Sir William Alexander May 15, Northern shore of PEI beginning at 0900 UTC Aircraft Area of Operation 413 Sqn 413 Squadron, May 15th Standby starting at 0900 UTC 30 Minute. May 16th Standby 2 hours.

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The NFA has been in contact with DFO. The catch limitations in lobster licence conditions in the Gulf will be removed Monday.

Notice to Members The spring lobster fishery in 26A will be delayed until May 15th.

Notice to Membership As of today Monday April 20th 2020 12:00 noon. The results of the vote have been counted. Of the membership of the association 83 members participated in the vote for the opening start date of the lobster season. Results of Vote: April 30th (42) 50.6% members voted in favour as the start date.... May 13th- (41) 49.3% members voted in favour as the start date.

Attention members If you have not received the email for the vote please call Ben Anderson at 1-902-754-0512.

Notice From Board of Directors NFA Attention members there will be a vote sent out overnight via email asking for you to vote on whether you would want the season to open on schedule or delay the season. The deadline for this vote is Monday April 20th,2020 at 12:00 noon. P.S - Please make sure to check you junk mail and spam files in case it got rerouted to it instead of your inbox!!

Gulf Region CORONAVIRUS DISEASE (COVID-19) INFORMATION FOR INDUSTRY Moncton (NB) March 30, 2019 Canadian fisheries and aquaculture sectors provide the world with sustainably-sourced, high quality, high value, fish and seafood. Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard is committed to supporting our fisheries and aquaculture industry during these difficult times. The Government of Canada is taking the necessary steps to ensure that you can continue to operate safely... and effectively and we will continue to keep you informed of the latest developments. Visit our website to find out more: http://dfo-mpo.gc.ca/covid19/industry-industrie/index- eng.html Notice to Fish Harvesters .../2 See more