Nova Scotia Fisheries
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DFO announces closures of Atlantic mackerel, bait fisheries to restore stocksFisheries Minister Joyce Murray says she recognizes many harvesters depend on the fisheries and promised to work with them and others in the industry to preserve the stocks.CanadaMar 30, 2022
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Seized traps returned to Sipekne’katik, which plans to launch ceremonial fishery next weekSipekne'katik First Nation plans to launch a Food, Social and Ceremonial Lobster Fishery on June 1, with a moderate livelihood fishery planned later this summer.CanadaMay 27, 2021
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Nova Scotia fisheries receive nearly $45 million in funding from federal, provincial governmentsThe $44.7 million announced on Thursday is being split between 11 different companies to assist the sector to be more effective and sustainable.PoliticsFeb 4, 2021
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Nova Scotia lobster fishery protest finds its way to HamiltonA caravan of about 40 vehicles is conducting a rolling blockade across Hamilton to protest violent disputes over an Indigenous-run lobster fishery in Nova Scotia.CanadaOct 20, 2020
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Blair defends RCMP’s handling of acts of violence in Nova Scotia despite criticismIn an interview with The West Block's Mercedes Stephenson, Blair said police have been "on scene right from the outset," and "in significant numbers."CanadaOct 18, 2020
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N.S. Mi’kmaq want more than words from Ottawa in ongoing lobster conflictTwo ministers say they plan to work with Mi'kmaq leaders on the implementation of the First Nation's treaty right.CanadaSep 22, 2020
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Lobster fishers who decline work due to COVID-19 are eligible for federal benefits: OttawaCalls to open, close and delay the spring lobster season in Nova Scotia are ongoing as the COVID-19 outbreak intensifies.HealthApr 17, 2020
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Nova Scotia community in shock over loss of ‘iconic’ Abriel FisheriesIn the small Eastern Shore community of Tangier, Abriel Fisheries was more than a place to work -- it was part of the region's identity.FeaturesDec 20, 2019
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Nova Scotia fisheries minister raises concerns about potential no-fish zonesKeith Colwell says he's particularly concerned about the area's lobster fishery because it provides good jobs in a low-employment zone.CanadaApr 19, 2018
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