Fisheries Overview
Fisheries and Integrated Resources
The APC Fisheries and Integrated Resources Department is responsible for research, analysis, and development of policy alternatives and programs for all aspects of fisheries for our member communities. We support and work cooperatively with First Nation Leadership, Treaty Tables, Tribal Councils, AAROMs, Fisheries Directors, Academia, NGOs and Federal/Provincial Departments. Our work includes supporting the commercial communal fisheries operations of member communities and fostering long-term collaboration and management with communities and First Nation organizations on fisheries issues. We have a variety of projects and initiatives currently underway.
Current Projects & Initiatives
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- Atlantic First Nations Climate Change Leadership
- Ecosystem-Based Management
- Climate Change and Energy
- Fish and Fish Habitat
- Fisheries Conference and Awards Banquet
- Indigenous Knowledge Systems
- Ocean Frontier Institute
- Species At Risk
For more information about APC’s Fisheries work please contact: fisheries@apcfnc.ca
Latest News
APCFNC is Hiring a Fisheries Conference Coordinator
The Atlantic Policy Congress of First Nations Chiefs Secretariat (APCFNC) is seeking a qualified and experienced Conference Coordinator to help plan and execute our 2027 Fisheries Conference and Awards Banquet and Ceremony, taking place January 26–28, 2027 in Moncton, New Brunswick.
Governor General of Canada and Indigenous Representatives to Discuss Miramichi River Salmon Conservation and Research Activities
OTTAWA, Ontario—Their Excellencies the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada, and Mr. Whit Fraser will undertake their first...
The Wolastoqiyik Wahsipekuk First Nation acquires the first hybrid fishing vessel in Quebec
The Wolastogiyik Wahsipekuk First Nation, the only Maliseet community in Québec, has acquired an electric hybrid fishing vessel to enhance its commercial fishing activities.
Cutting-edge hybrid boat built by a P.E.I. company goes to its new home in New Brunswick
The Passamaquoddy First Nation’s newly developed hybrid lobster boat, called Hybrid One, has been created by P.E.I. engineering company Aspin Kemp & Associates.
First Nation calls on Ottawa to end fisheries dispute
Catching and selling lobster during the fall season is how some Mi’kmaw fishermen of Potlotek First Nation make a living. “We’re just trying to...
Wolastoqey youth learn about marine conservation research aboard science vessel
A four-day Bay of Fundy expedition earlier this month was life-changing for one Wolastoqey youth. "If I didn't get on that ship I wouldn't...