Salmon

'Grieg has been wise enough to see the writing on the wall': In landmark agreement, First Nation takes the lead on salmon farming lease

'We're trying to exercise our home authority and generate revenue from our territory, which we have been legislated out of,' First Nation official said.

Grieg Seafood’s Managing Director, Rocky Boschman (left) and Councillor Thomas Smith sign the net-cleaning contract between Grieg and the Tlowitsis Nation.
Grieg Seafood’s Managing Director, Rocky Boschman (left) and Councillor Thomas Smith sign the net-cleaning contract between Grieg and the Tlowitsis Nation.Photo: Grieg Seafood BC
Published 30 November 2021, 06:01Updated 30 November 2021, 14:23
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