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TELL THE CANADIAN GOVERNMENT TO REBUILD DEPLETED FISH POPULATIONS

Despite government commitments to sustainable fisheries, only a quarter of Canada’s fish populations are considered healthy.

Healthy oceans, the planet and our economy need abundant fish populations. Some of our most economically important fisheries, such as crab, are declining. As are forage fish – which form the basis of ocean food webs. Alarmingly, the government action needed to address this and prevent overfishing has stalled right when we need it most.

Tell the Canadian government to rebuild depleted fish populations for the health of the oceans and for everyone who relies on fishing for their livelihood.

Without wild fish, there is no blue economy. Add your name, before it’s too late.

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Mr.

Justin

Trudeau

Government of Canada

Ms.

Bernadette

Jordan

Department of Fisheries and Oceans

Dear the Minister of Fisheries and Oceans Canada,

The oceans are at great risk – including from overfishing and climate change – and there has never been more opportunity or urgency to stop decades of fisheries mismanagement in Canada and rebuild depleted populations back to healthy levels.  Right now, only a quarter of Canada’s fisheries are considered healthy, and our depleted fish populations have languished for decades without meaningful efforts to recover them. 
 
I support rebuilding depleted fish populations and call on the Canadian government to take the following actions:

•	Strengthen Fisheries Act rebuilding regulations, requiring high-quality rebuilding plans;  
•	Implement modern management approaches that prevent overfishing and ensure healthy fisheries;
•	Use an ecosystem-based approach that prioritizes the long-term health of the ocean.
 
Rebuilding fish populations is vital for a healthy ocean and a healthy economy. Please prioritize Canada’s oceans and the health of its fish populations and help ensure future generations inherit abundant marine ecosystems full of life.

Sincerely, 
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