A violent group of commercial fishers mobbed two Mi'kmaq lobster compounds on Tuesday.

The assembly says the fishers plan to exercise their inherent right to fish for a moderate livelihood.

Hundreds of non-Indigenous commercial fishermen staged protests at two wharfs in southwestern Nova Scotia, alleging illegal fishing in St. Marys Bay.

The season is opening two weeks later than usual because of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau today announced the support, which will come in the form of an industry-specific benefit and a grant.

Federal Fisheries Minister has said the announcement of an aid package is "days away," and it would follow a $62.5-million package that was announced last month.

The owner of Labrador Gem Seafood had counted on attending Seafood Expo North America in Boston this month, but learned Tuesday the event is being postponed.

"The government needs to pay really close attention so that we don't lose the valuable resource that we have at hand."

Halifax Regional Fire and Emergency say its investigation of the incident has determined the fire was caused by a malfunctioning furnace in the facility.

"Northern Pulp's conclusion that there will be no significant lasting harm to the environment or human health is not credible or supported by science."