Canada ends 32-year moratorium on cod fishing in Northern waters

Canada's Department of Fisheries and Oceans has issued a total allowable catch of 18,000 metric tons for the 2024 season in the Northern cod fishery.

Canadian Minister of Fisheries and Oceans Diane Lebouthillier says ending the Northern cod moratorium is "a historic milestone." — Canadian Minister of Fisheries and Oceans Diane Lebouthillier says ending the Northern cod moratorium is "a historic milestone."Photo: Diane Lebouthillier

Published 26 June 2024, 12:42Updated 27 June 2024, 13:02

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