Welcome  (en français)

Welcome to the website of the Department of Fisheries and Aquaculture. Here you will find online answers to all sorts of questions regarding the fishery and aquaculture in Newfoundland & Labrador. The fishery remains a dynamic industry in our province and has seen annual production values in recent years of over $1 billion. We are also home to a growing aquaculture industry filled with exciting economic opportunities.

Fishing for information? You’ll find all sorts of statistics and data in these pages, whether its aquaculture production, types of facilities, processing production reports, or a wide variety of studies. If you’re wondering what’s new, cast your eyes on our news releases.

Hungry for some high quality delicious Newfoundland & Labrador seafood? Choose from dozens of online recipes for sumptuous seafood meals, such as Newfoundland Shrimp and Pasta Salad, or delicious Poached Labrador Char. One taste and you’re sure to fall hook, line, and sinker.

Considering investing in the aquaculture industry? Our province’s primary aquaculture species are cod, salmon, steelhead, and mussels. You might want to become familiar with the strategic planning, regulatory processes, and marketing information available to assist you. Aquaculture operations in Newfoundland & Labrador have a number of competitive advantages and we’re open for business.

We hope that you find what you are looking for. We would be pleased to help if you would prefer to contact someone directly.