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Canada First Nations sue over 5-year license renewals for Mowi, Grieg salmon farms

The First Nations have asked for the licensing decision to be either reversed or suspended to allow for more consultation.

In 2017, the ‘Namgis, the Mamalilikulla and other nations asked for salmon farms to be removed from Broughton Archipelago. The protest led to a first-of-its kind agreement between the Canadian government and First Nations over a transition plan.
In 2017, the ‘Namgis, the Mamalilikulla and other nations asked for salmon farms to be removed from Broughton Archipelago. The protest led to a first-of-its kind agreement between the Canadian government and First Nations over a transition plan.Photo: Swanson Occupation
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Published 30 July 2024, 16:27Updated 30 July 2024, 20:22
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