Salmon

First Nations criticize Canada government for stepping on their rights to operate fish farming sites

The nations stated in a court filing they have the right 'to determine whether, where and how finfish farming is to take place on their territories.'

Chris Roberts, chief council of BC's Wei Wai Kum First Nation (left) points out the increased cost of farmed salmon in Canada following Joyce Murray's decision to shutter 15 netpen farms in British Columbia's Discovery Islands.
Chris Roberts, chief council of BC's Wei Wai Kum First Nation (left) points out the increased cost of farmed salmon in Canada following Joyce Murray's decision to shutter 15 netpen farms in British Columbia's Discovery Islands.Photo: CPAC
First NationsBritish ColumbiaDiscovery IslandsLand-based salmonCanada
Published 19 April 2023, 22:38Updated 8 May 2023, 15:19